Make sure that you keep the key ring file in a secure location, especially if you copy it to a shared location. To prevent unauthorized access, only the administrators that you specify should have access to the CA's key ring file and password.
To create a CA key ring file and certificate
1. Make sure you created the Domino Certificate Authority application.
2. From the Domino Administrator, click Files, and open the Domino Certificate Authority application.
3. Click Create Certificate Authority Key Ring & Certificate.
4. Complete these fields:
6. After you review the information about the key ring file and CA name, click OK.
7. Make a backup copy of the Certificate Authority key ring file, and store it in a secure location.
8. Configure the Domino Certificate Authority application profile.
To change the password for the CA key ring file
To ensure the continued security of the CA key ring file, periodically change its password.
1. From the Domino Administrator, click Files, and open the Domino Certificate Authority application.
2. Click View Certificate Authority Key Ring, and then click Change CA Key Ring Password.
3. Enter the old password, and then click OK.
4. Enter a new password, and then click OK.
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