DNX–QKG–01
CHF 29’500 per unit
• 250 Mbit/s cryptographic entropy generation
• Secure enterprise provisioning
• Photonic quantum entropy sources
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Quantum entropy for resilient security
The DNX–QKG–01 PCI Quantum Key Appliance provides high-assurance key material for organizations strengthening cryptographic infrastructure against current and emerging threats. Its quantum entropy source is designed to support secure provisioning workflows where the quality, traceability, and operational availability of random key material are critical.
The platform can be introduced into enterprise security architectures as a dedicated source for key generation and distribution processes. Deployment guidance helps security teams define integration boundaries, operational controls, and lifecycle procedures while preserving compatibility with established cryptographic services and governance requirements.
The PCI Quantum Key Appliance is a high-throughput hardware entropy source designed for direct integration into servers, workstations and security appliances. Quantum entropy is generated optically by directing light through a beam splitter and measuring the fundamentally probabilistic distribution of the resulting optical signals with two high-speed photodiodes.
The detector outputs are sampled and processed in real time by an RFSoC FPGA, combining high-speed analogue acquisition, digital signal processing and entropy extraction on a single hardware platform. The system delivers quantum-derived random data at a sustained throughput of up to 250 Mbit/s.
Parameters
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Entropy source | Optical quantum entropy |
Quantum process | Probabilistic optical-path distribution at a beam splitter |
Optical architecture | Beam splitter with dual-detector readout |
Detectors | Two high-speed photodiodes |
Signal acquisition | High-speed differential photodiode sampling |
Processing platform | RFSoC FPGA |
Random-data throughput | Up to 250 Mbit/s |
Processing | Real-time FPGA-based acquisition and entropy extraction |
Output format | Continuous quantum-random bitstream |
Host integration | PCI Express |
Intended operation | Continuous server-integrated entropy generation |
Hardware
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Form factor | PCI Express expansion card |
Optical entropy module | Integrated light source, beam splitter and dual photodiode assembly |
Photodetection | Matched high-speed photodiode channels |
Digitisation | RFSoC-integrated high-speed analogue-to-digital converters |
Digital processing | Programmable FPGA fabric |
Maximum throughput | 250 Mbit/s |
Host communication | PCI Express interface |
Installation | Internal server or workstation expansion slot |
Operating mode | Continuous real-time random-data generation |
Enclosure | RF-shielded PCIe card housing |
Key Features
Optical quantum entropy generation
Randomness originates from the probabilistic behaviour of light at a beam splitter. The resulting optical signals are independently measured by two high-speed photodiodes.
Differential dual-detector architecture
The two photodiode outputs are evaluated against each other, reducing sensitivity to common-mode fluctuations in optical intensity, temperature and electronic operating conditions.
RFSoC-based signal processing
High-speed analogue converters and programmable FPGA logic are integrated within the RFSoC platform, enabling deterministic acquisition and processing without relying on the host CPU.
250 Mbit/s throughput
The generator delivers a continuous quantum-random bitstream at up to 250 Mbit/s, supporting demanding cryptographic, cybersecurity and scientific workloads.
Direct server integration
The PCI Express architecture provides an internal hardware entropy source for servers, security appliances and high-performance computing systems.
Programmable hardware platform
The FPGA processing chain can support device monitoring, calibration, entropy extraction, health testing and application-specific output interfaces.
Applications
The PCI Quantum Key Generator is designed for:
Cryptographic key generation
Hardware security modules
Data-centre and server entropy
Secure communications
Post-quantum cryptographic systems
Blockchain and digital-asset infrastructure
Scientific simulation and Monte Carlo workloads
Artificial intelligence and probabilistic computing