request security key-pair

Syntax

request security key-pair filename 

<size key-size> 

<type (rsa | dsa)>

Description

Generate a public and private key pair for a digital certificate.

Options

filename—Name of a file in which to store the key pair.

size key-size—(Optional) Key size, in bits.
Range: 512, 1024, or 2048
Default: 1024

type—(Optional) Algorithm used to encrypt the key:

• rsa—RSA algorithm. This is the default.
• dsa—Digital signature algorithm with secure hash algorithm (SHA).

Required Privilege Level

maintenance