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Which ONTAP image should I download? With or without Volume Encryption?

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  • ONTAP 9
  • DAR (Data At Rest Encryption)

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WARNING

Installing an incorrect ONTAP image may result in the failure to restore encryption keys. Review the following information carefully to prevent this issue.
  •  If you are upgrading ONTAP, or installing the ONTAP image in an existing cluster:
  1. Refer to this article to determine if a Data At Rest Encryption ONTAP image is installed on the ONTAP cluster
  2. If Data At Rest Encryption image is installed on the cluster, download the image with NetApp Volume Encryption
  3. If Data At Rest Encryption is not supported on the cluster, download the image without NetApp Volume Encryption

  • If you are installing the ONTAP image onto a new cluster:
    • Starting with ONTAP 9.1 and later, Data At Rest Encryption provides data-at-rest encryption that requires authorizations, permits, or licenses to import, export, re-export, or use this software in certain countries (the “Restricted Countries”).
    • For example, a state license for importing encryption equipment is required to import ONTAP 9.1 (or later) with Data At Rest Encryption into Member States of the Eurasian Economic Union: Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan.
    • In certain cases, an end-user customer must have a valid state encryption license to use this software.
Note: If you’re unsure about the laws in your country, consult your legal adviser on this matter.

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