Introduction

This concepts section explains the components, deployment architecture, and technical background of building eIDAS trust services with Primus HSM. This section consists of the following articles:

1. eIDAS Definitions: Describes the abstract requirements that the various eIDAS-related standards define. Outlines the main components (CM, SAM) and how the standards require them to work.

2. Standards: Gives an overview and summary of the three main standards that are referenced in all other concept articles (EN 419221-5, EN 419241-1, EN 419241-2).

3. Securosys SAM: Describes how the "SAM mode" in Primus HSM works. Also explains how the Securosys SAM implementation satisfies the requirements of EN 419241-2.

Together, the information in this section helps TSP system architects make more informed decisions about the security requirements and design choices that come with deploying Primus HSM for qualified signatures.