Zserver® Storage Architecture

Architecture

Based on transparent encryption technology, Zserver^® Storage protects against all threats that involve physical access to the media. Encryption is performed at the storage media level, rather than at the application level, thereby facilitating a deeper level of security. The software is flexible, easy to deploy and cost-effective. It includes separate modules for disc storage, magnetic tapes and CD/DVD protection, operating either together on a single server or independently.

Zserver Storage Architecture Overview

Zserver Storage consists of three main components:

When Zserver Storage is installed on the server the following operations are completed:
 

• Management and storage of encryption keys
• Initial data encryption
• Ongoing data encryption in real-time

The Zconsole administration tool brings the following software management capabilities to administrators:

• Encryption key generation and management
• Smart card operations
• User administration
• Operational processes for the disks: opening/ closing, encryption/decryption

The Alarm Module provides the capabilities to send alarm signals to the server and remotely lock access to encrypted data or send the server a restart command