The advantages of the secunet data centre connector
The secunet konnektor with the e-health firmware (PTV3) is approved by gematik and certified by the BSI in accordance with the protection profiles BSI-CC-PP-0097-V2-2020 and BSI-CC-PP-0098-V2-2020. The conformity of the secunet connector's specialist modules with the technical guidelines BSI TR-03155 (specialist module AMTS) and BSI TR-03154 (specialist module NFDM) has been confirmed by the BSI.
The 19" rack-mountable housing of the data centre connector allows it to be mounted in a rack.
The data centre connector is scalable according to the performance requirements of gematik (LE-U4). It is approved for a total of 100 card terminals. An extension of the licence is possible. With regard to the performance level, we recommend the use of 50 card readers.
The central management interface is available in a basic and an advanced version. This allows the data centre connector to be administered easily and comfortably.
New specialist applications and versions of the connector software can be easily installed via software updates.
Technical data
- Working memory: 2x 8 GB
- Hard disk SSD: 2x 16 GB
- Processor: 2x Intel® N4200
- Processor cores: 2x 4 cores
- Passive cooling without fan
- Dimensions (length x width x height in mm): approx. 480 x 190 x 44
- Weight: approx. 3 kg
Scope of delivery:
- Modular connector
- 2 x mains cable cold-device plug
- Safety supplement Reception and testing
- Safety information sheet Installation and commissioning
- CD/DVD operating manual as PDF

Tools, instructions and test points
Operating instructions
Here you can download the operating instructions version 4.1 for the connector according to gematik product type description PTV4 Plus (ePA connector + convenience signature).
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
D12B8F1BCC045463D0FCD57E95C4B656
D1C70400C189AB88F3079D2909C70744
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Here you can download the operating instructions version 3.0 for the connector according to gematik product type description PTV4 (ePA connector).
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
9AEE60E0BDEBAF0F74ACE6B9959BC1F
64278443FC8A97E8304A7F12CBD413331
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Here you can download the errata to the operating instructions version 3.0.
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
97565D0419FA4A9679C82868CD067967A
CE35AFC9D1A4B98CBDDBDF52A9358EC
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Here you can download the operating instructions version 2.3 for the connector according to gematik product type description PTV3 (eHealth connector, FW 3.5.3).
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
E287E1733C14D998AB3C0B08EE3194AE
83756A6DE35E5EF6697D9C46885FF156
Notes and test points connector end user version 1.7
Here you can download the Notes and Checkpoints for End Users version 1.7.
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
6A36278EB9E99C4266E030CC607894E1
2F30E81B049975C78C266577FC14A615
connector response generator version 1.0.0
Below we provide you with tools for administrative support. Please refer to the operating manual as well as the current errata of the operating instructions.
Here you can download the response generator in version 1.0.0.
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
377A2E8CDE900F6C42BFB8303EA88264
CCBC88255BBBA3D4835E51263A771953
Data centre connector CE declaration
Here you can download the CE declaration of the data center connector.
Current firmware and release notes
In addition to the provision and distribution via the KSR service of the telematics infrastructure, the latest version of the approved firmware versions of the secunet konnektor 2.0.0 is provided below for direct update via the management interface of the product. The firmware version provided in this section for an offline update is encrypted. Retrieve the key required to decrypt the update from your contract partner.
Please refer to the operating manual as well as the current errata of the operating instructions.
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Here you can download the firmware 4.10.1 for a manual update of the secunet konnektor 2.1.0.
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
31CBED9D9385F5B62EBD0F5BA63F98EA
C2907F72B0EF5F7A132CA4F7B508D7B6
Here you can download the release notes for firmware 4.10.1.
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
0BB7C2A04A7880FCFFEEB0D88A56E11E
A6A438F98A057EDB0E3C08B59F7B985D
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Here you can download the firmware 4.1.3 for a manual update of the secunet konnektor 2.1.0.
Der SHA-256 Hashwert zum Prüfen der Integrität lautet:
FA68E586440A13989794DD8D61478B1B
2E5097721218EBF82094F93B4D047DFA
Here you can download the release notes for firmware 4.1.3.
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
0972F695F3435FF63C15B8CEBAD91CE1
67CA43ED0BEC625A78A0A61D51E52099
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Here you can download the firmware 3.5.3 for a manual update of the secunet konnektor 2.1.0..
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
B8104AC6857259EE712FB0302F192E7D
61B0D7EEAD701344B3FD8B0E691B9A11
Here you can download the release notes for firmware 3.5.3.
The SHA-256 hash value to check the integrity is:
823537FE9C82F188FF12D8AE6B1FFE0F
BFAAE575995D1EDC602D5E03B090D5BB
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The standard application of an Apple operating system may not be able to unpack and decrypt the offline update. In this case, please use alternative software solutions such as "The Unarchiver" or "KeKa".
History: Firmware and Release Notes
The firmware versions provided in this section for an offline update are encrypted. Retrieve the key required to decrypt the update from your contract partner. With the standard application of an Apple operating system, the offline update may not be unpacked and decrypted. In this case, please use alternative software solutions such as "The Unarchiver" or "KeKa".
UPDATE NOTE
Here you will find important information about the firmware update 2.0.47.
FIRMWARE
Here you can download the firmware 2.0.47 for the secunet konnektor 2.0.0.
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
A58463D8526D781F8855DFE748F50A95
D17039DD581A5E1C0E3F84E1FA91566D
Here you can download the release notes for firmware 2.0.47.
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
27A9C846A7651FC5170A17C296B183FB
F18B72A954354B86712E9ED2500EA94B
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Here you can download the operating instructions version 1.09 for the connector according to gematik product type description PTV1 (VSDM connector).
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
CD984013CF190968B472FECD41CF28B1
F24422F76904320744B3A9D6B6C3FFB6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Here you can download the current operating instructions in addition to the operating instructions 1.09.
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
F9ED482B293727D8DD8DB4CBEF15580
A8D441544F3658D2F4D4036F353944A5B
VERSION 3.5.0
FIRMWARE
Here you can download the firmware 3.5.0 for the secunet konnektor 2.0.0.
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
999BE01A233F25DB81DD7E702AB23F74
F7F1B96718511F23835F3875B8F5DDCD
Here you can download the release notes for firmware 3.5.0.
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
927160D14996745F010D6B54675525FE
5CD574931B0FA21FFFBC9BF62F2E25F6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Here you can download the operating instructions version 2.00 for the connector according to gematik product type description PTV3 (eHealth connector).
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
3400265241C4760BDB088F16104C383A
0A309A8838B4337E6CBF4C374E040346
Here you can download the errata for the operating instructions version 2.00.
The SHA-256 hash value for checking the integrity is:
E1ADAD4A7F6BD2AEF2B470FEA97B2FD3
0C23AEBB39AB5C822FC3768C396EA3C4
Open source software
Upon request to the following address, we will send the complete versions of the source codes of the included open source software components to the desired delivery address:
secunet Security Networks AG
Project Connector
Kurfürstenstrasse 58
45138 Essen
E-mail: project.connector(at)secunet.com
This offer is valid for 3 years from receipt.
In the case of postal delivery, shipping costs may apply.
How are the auto-update parameters of the respective releases set?
As of the release of product type version 4.1.3 (ePA connector), the "auto updates" function is supported. If this function is activated in the connector, any software updates that are available are automatically downloaded from the connector and installed automatically.
For more information about the Auto Update function, refer to the manual.
Below you will find the auto-update parameters defined for the releases:
Which firmware versions are permitted?
Which firmware versions are approved for productive use on the secunet konnektor 2.1.0 (data centre connector)?
The manufacturer recommends updating the data centre connectors to the current firmware (see table).
Further details on the approvals for online productive operation can be found on the gematik specialist portal at fachportal.gematik.de/zulassungen/online-produktivbetrieb/.
Which firmware versions are intended for the PTV3 field test?
Where are the ventilation openings?
The RZ connector is passively cooled. The waste heat from the computing units is led out via ventilation openings on the front, the rear next to the power supply slots in the area of the heat sink and on the right-hand outer wall. Due to the position and cross-sections of the ventilation openings, an air flow from the front to the back as well as to the side is recommended.