Generating a key

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To generate a private key open the Key Manager by selecting the Keys option from the main menu.  The Server Keys panel will be displayed.  Click on the Generate button. The Generate Key dialog is displayed.

 

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Alias - Alias you wish to assign to the key.

 

Algorithm - The algorithm used in generating this key.  Valid options are RSA and DSA.

 

Length - The length of the key in bytes.  Valid options are 1024 and 2048.

 

Validity - The number of days this key is valid.

 

Common name - The name you wish to assign this key.  Typically the domain name this key will server e.g. ftps.domain.com

 

Organization unit - The unit within your organization that this key will be used for e.g. IT.

 

Organization - Your organization name.

 

Locality - Your city.

 

State/Province - Your state or province.

 

Country - Your 2 character country code e.g. "US".

 

Email - Your email address.