FAQs: Hyper Protect Crypto Services Standard Plan
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How many keys can be stored in a Standard Plan instance of Hyper Protect Crypto Services?
A Standard Plan instance of Hyper Protect Crypto Services can hold a maximum of 50,000 root keys and standard keys, and 20,000 EP11 keys.
How many key rings can be created for a Hyper Protect Crypto Services service instance?
There is a KMS key ring limit of 50, but there is no GREP11 keystore limit. However, you can create as many as five keystores, including KMS key rings and EP11 keystores, free of charge. Each additional key ring or EP11 keystore is charged with a tiered pricing starting at $225 USD per month. For more information about pricing, see the pricing sample.
Can I add or remove crypto units after I provision a service instance?
Yes, you can request to add or remove crypto units by raising support tickets in the IBM Cloud® Support Center. For detailed instructions, see Adding or removing crypto units.
Is there a Service Level Agreement (SLA) specifically for Hyper Protect Crypto Services?
Yes, you can find the SLA for detailed terms.