Virtual MachineVM SecurityConfigure and Manage a Native Key Provider

Add a Native Key Provider

ZSvirt provides a native key provider that allows you to enable encryption-related features without a third-party KMS.

  1. In the navigation pane, select Inventory > VM and Host.

  2. Select the root node.

  3. On the root node details page, click Key Providers.

  4. On the Key Providers tab, click Add Key Provider.

  5. In the Add Key Provider dialog, set the following parameters:

    • Name: Enter a name for the key provider.

      The name of each key provider serves as its identifier. Ensure the name is globally unique.

    • Description: Enter a brief description for the key provider.

    • Type: Select native Key Provider.

  6. Click OK.

    After the key provider is added successfully, its status shows as "Not Backed Up".

After you add a native key provider, you must back it up before use. For more information, see Back Up the Native Key Provider.