Issue
- You want to add or locate encryption keys in a stand-alone ESET Endpoint Encryption client
- Method 1: Initial set up
- Method 2: Generate a new key
- Method 3: Share a key
- Serial numbers
Details
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Encryption keys are used to encrypt data and are stored in the Key-File. Below are types of data that are encrypted using encryption keys:
- Files
- Folders
- Removable Media
- Emails
- Archives
- Virtual Disks
Encryption keys are unique keys that typically exist on your unique machine. We recommend backing up the key-file in the event of a failure.
Solution
Encryption keys are added to the Key-File in three different ways:
Method 1: Initial set up
- During the initial setup, select the check box next to Generate default encryption key, then enter a name for the key and click Next.
Method 2: Generate a new key
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Click the arrow in the system tray to show hidden icons.
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Right-click the ESET Endpoint Encryption (EEE) icon.
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Click Key Manager.
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Click on an empty line.
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Click Generate.
Figure 2-1 - Click Next.
Figure 2-2 - Enter Key Name.
- Click Next.
- Select Algorithm Type.
- Click Finish.
Method 3: Share a key
Share an encryption key via email or network drive/removable memory device with another ESET Endpoint Encryption user. Keys that are shared will maintain the same serial number as the original key.
Serial Numbers
Each user has a unique Key-File serial number that is tied to their license. When an encryption key is generated, it is given a serial number and index number. The index number increases each time an encryption key is generated.
You can view the serial number of an encryption key in Key Manager.
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Click the arrow in the system tray to show hidden icons.
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Right-click the ESET Endpoint Encryption (EEE) icon.
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Click Key Manager.
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Select Key-File.
Figure 3-1
