Configuring Interfaces - SonicWALL TZ 100 Series Getting Started Manual

Configuring Interfaces

Interfaces, also known as ports, are physical network
connections that can be configured to provide different
networking and security features based on your network needs.
Note:
For more information on Zone types, see "An
Introduction to Zones and Interfaces" on page 22.
This section contains the following sub-sections:
Configuring an Interface
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PortShield Wizard
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Manual PortShield Configuration
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Configuring an Interface
The SonicOS Enhanced Web-based management interface
allows you to configure each individual Ethernet port (from X2-
X5) with its own security settings through the use of zones.
To configure a network interface:
1. In the Network > Interfaces panel, click the Configure
button for the interface you wish to configure. The Edit
Interface window displays.
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Note:
If only X0 and X1 interfaces are displayed in the
Interfaces list, click the Show PortShield Interfaces
button to show all interfaces.
2. Select a Zone Type for this interface.
3. Select an IP assignment for this interface. If you intend to
create a new network segment on this interface such as a
DMZ or secondary LAN, this value should be set to Static.
4. Enter a static IP Address for the interface. For private and
semi-private network segments, any private static IP
address such as 10.10.20.1 is appropriate. Ensure that the
static IP address you choose does not conflict with any
currently existing interfaces. The newly created interface
appears in the Interfaces list. You may now connect the
appropriate network resources to this interface.