Re: [cobalt-users] SSL CSR generation on a Cobalt RaQ3i..?

[John Bush <jbush@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I just installed one today.  You will need access to the server before you can
start the registration process.  Ignore whatever dN told you, you don't need to
contact cobalt. You can't start the process with Thawte until you generate a CSR
on the server.  Check out the Raq3i manual it explains how to generate the
request.

Once you've got the request you copy into Thawte's form, and fax them the
documents the request.  Once they approve everything they will send you the
certificate.  Again see the manual for installing it on the raq.

I used the Apache-SSL certificate and it works fine.

"Craig S. N." wrote:

> Greetings Group..
>
> I'm scheduled to receive my first Cobalt RaQ3i system Monday, and I'm trying
> to jump-start the SSL cert installation process.  This is the first time
> I've installed a certificate, and I'm a little confused about the process.
>
> The Thawte web site states: Follow the instructions that come with your
> secure server software, and  generate a private key and a certificate
> signing request (CSR).
>
> While I know the RaQ3i is running RedHat, and Apache, I know little about
> the secure server or the steps that follow.  dN told me after I received
> access to the box, to contact Cobalt and they'll supply a "key" to unlock
> the secure server..(?)  From my understanding, the RaQ3i already has a
> secure web server built-in.. correct..?  Why do I need a key from
> Cobalt...(and where do I go on their site to obtain it if it is necessary).
> Also, which setup procedure should I follow to generate the key and CSR?
> Thawte's web site contains info on the Apache-SSL setup, and the
> Apache+mod_ssl setup, and several dozen other servers...  But is this the
> information I should follow for my key and CSR generation with my Cobalt
> RaQ3i...?  Or is the process on a Cobalt RaQ3i server different from the
> info here..??
>
> Any input or direction from the group would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
> again!
>
> Regards,
> Craig Napier
>
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