4 IBM Eserver zSeries 990 (z990) Cryptography Implementation
Under a special contract with IBM, PCIX Cryptographic Coprocessor
customers will gain the flexibility to define and load custom cryptographic
functions themselves. This service offering can be requested via the IBM
Cryptocards Web site by selecting the Custom
Programming option.
Additional support for 4753 Network Security Processor migration
1.2 z990 Cryptographic processors
Three types of cryptographic hardware features are available on z990. The
cryptographic features are usable only when explicitly enabled through IBM.
1.2.1 CP Assist for Cryptographic Function (CPACF)
Each CP has an assist processor on the chip in support of cryptography. The CP
Assist for Cryptographic Function ...