Netscape Enterprise Server 3.6x Support

! It is highly recommended that you back up the Private Key and certificate for your Web Server and store the files in a secure location.

Backing up the Private Key will ensure the ability to restore the security for your Web Site in the event of a Backing Up your SSL Certificate and Private Key.

To back-up your Private Key and certificate:

  1. Launch Windows Explorer:

  2. Select Start > Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer

  3. Locate your Web site's Alias directory. By default, this directory may be found in c:\Netscape\Suitespot.

  4. Select and copy the relevant .db files for your Web Server. These files will have a naming convention that includes the alias that was defined when creating the key pair. Be sure to copy both the -cert.db, and the -key.db files.

You have successfully backed up your Web Server's private-key and certificate.

In the event of a Backing Up your SSL Certificate and Private Key, you may simply place these files back into the alias directory of your Web Server to recover your private-key and certificate.

SSL Certificates

Entrust SSL certificates inspire consumer trust by signifying a Web site's commitment to protecting the personal information of its visitors. By using SSL, companies help ease the security concerns of its customers, leading to a more engaging online experience. An SSL certificate is used to confirm that an SSL encryption algorithm is actively securing data being transmitted to a Web site. Digital certificates usually contain the SSL subscriber's information, the name of the certificate issuer, and the strength of the encryption in use. In addition to the "padlock" icon displayed in Web browsers and the https:// prefix, the SSL certificate is one more indicator customers look for as evidence that a Web site is serious about protecting their information.