Issue a User Template with Key Archival Enabled

  1. Open the command prompt and run the certmgr.msc command.

  2. Right-click Personal node. Select All Tasks and select Request New Certificate. Click Next for the next two windows.

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"Certificate Manager" Window

If you are using smartcard authentication, the prompt will appear on the PIN Pad device to insert the smartcard and enter the PIN. Then, press the OK button on the PIN Pad.

  1. Select the checkbox for New template for key archival and click Enroll.

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"Certificate Templates" Window

  1. The Enrollment Wizard displays. Verify the enrollment is successful and click Finish.

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"Certificate Enrollment" Window