Sentinel Hardware Keys (SHK)

Minimum System Requirements

• Pentium II or above (450 MHz or above)
• VGA Monitor with 024 x 768 resolution (1152 x 868 recommended)
• 280 MB free hard disk space
• 128MB RAM (256 MB recommended)
• Java 2 Runtime Environment version 1.6
• Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher
• Adobe Reader 4.0 or higher

Supported Compilers

• Microsoft Visual C++
• Microsoft Visual Basic
• Microsoft Visual C#.NET
• Microsoft Visual Basic .NET
• Borland C
• Borland C++ Builder
• Borland Delphi (5.0, 6.0, 7.0)
• Java (1.5, 1.6)
• AutoCAD (14, 2000, 2004, 2005, 2007)

Supported Networks

• TCP/IP
• IPX
• NetBEUI
• HTTP (only for License Monitoring tool)

Certifications

• Windows Hardware Quality Labs certified for Windows 2003 and Windows XP (32-bit & 64 bit))

Operating Systems

Linux

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux ES/AS version 3.0 and 4.0
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS/ Desktop version 3.0 and 4.0
• Fedora Core 4 and 5
• SuSe 9.3 and 10.0

Macintosh

• Macintosh 10.3.9 and 10.4.x for PowerPC
• Macintosh 10.4.x for Intel

Windows

• 98 (client only)
• ME (client only)
• NT (network clients only)
• 2000, 2003, 2008
• Win 7
• XP (32-bit & 64-bit)
• Vista (32-bit & 64-bit)

Secure Communications – World’s Most Secure Hardware Key

• Public key cryptography and 128-bit AES encryption secure communications between the key and the protected application
• Middle layer attacks such as record and playback, and driver emulation are effectively stopped
• A unique encryption key is used for every communication session between the application and the hardware key

Speed Implementation - Business Layer APIs™

• Pre-configured, higher level APIs for popular license models
• Obtain the highest level of security and control over sophisticated license designs without spending time on lower level programming
• Reduce implementation time by up to 60% or more compared to other hardware key solutions

Quickly Add Protection and Obfuscation - Sentinel Shell

• Enhances overall security by adding multiple layers in addition to preventing memory dumping and protecting against debuggers
• No alteration to the source code required
• Sentinel Hardware Keys are the first to enable wrapping protection for Microsoft .NET framework version 2.0, in addition to the most commonly used platforms.

Simplify Updates and Activation

• Send updates or additional licenses to keys in the field in a secure, controlled manner
• Updates are sent using the same high level of security as communications between the hardware token and the software application

Secure Time-Based Licensing

• Sentinel V-ClockTM prevents time tampering without added costs
• Sentinel Hardware Keys are also available with a Real Time Clock (RTC) for added security

Secure Distribution Channels - Sentinel Distributor Hardware Keys

• Carefully control and regulate the creation of licenses through distribution channels

Multiple Development Environments and Platforms

• Sample code for the most popular environments is provided
• Support applications on multiple operating platforms with a single development effort
• Protect multiple applications with a single hardware key
• License across networks

Obtain Superior Technical Support

• The Thales Technical Services organization provides worldwide telephone, email and Internet-based support to our customers. Our Thales Service Guarantee ensures the highest level of service. The Sentinel Integration Center provides online resources to assist developers through the implementation process.