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COMPREHENSIVE INTERNET SECURITY ™ SonicWALL Internet Security Appliances SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Getting Started Guide...
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SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Getting Started Guide Thank you for your purchase of the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless, the ultimate security platform for home and small office deployments. With integrated support for SonicWALL's Gateway Anti-Virus, the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless delivers powerful, yet easy-to-use protection against hackers and viruses.
Completing Pre-Configuration Tasks In this Section This section provides pre-configuration information. It is necessary to review this section before setting up your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless. • System Requirements section, on page 4 • Check Package Contents section, on page 5 •...
LAN interface set to obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP addressing enabled) Note: In order to connect to the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless, your computer must be set to obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP. For more information on configuring DHCP on your computer, turn to Appendix A: Configuring DHCP IP Addressing section, on page 27.
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SonicWALL appliance. Networking Information LAN IP Address: Select a static IP address for your SonicWALL appliance that is within the range of your local subnet. If you are unsure, you can use the default IP address (192.168.168.168).
Static broadband, Subnet Mask: Cable or DSL with Default Gateway a static IP (Router IP Address): Primary DNS: Secondary DNS (optional): Dial-in to a server PPTP Server Address: User Name: Password: SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Getting Started Guide Page 7...
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Page 8 Obtain Internet Service Provider (ISP) Information...
• Registering with MySonicWALL.com section, on page 10 Note: Product registration is an important part of the setup process, allowing you to enable product support, firmware updates and other key features. SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Getting Started Guide Page 9...
If you do not yet have a mysonicwall.com account, point your Web browser to <http://www.mysonicwall.com/> to register before continuing. Locate and record your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Serial Number and Authentication Code. This information is printed on the bottom panel of the appliance.
Connect WAN Port to the Internet section, on page 14 • Connect the Computer to the LAN (1) Port section, on page 14 • Verify WAN / LAN / WLAN Connection section, on page 15 SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Getting Started Guide Page 11...
Adjust the antennas to meet your space / signal requirements. Console Power Apply Power Connect the AC plug to the power supply. Plug one end of the power supply to the back of the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless. Page 12 Connect Antennas...
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When the Test LED is no longer lit, the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless is ready for configuration. If the Test LED stays lit for more than a few minutes, cycle power to the appliance.
Connect WAN Port to the Internet Using a standard network cable, connect the WAN port of the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless to your gateway device (usually your cable/DSL modem or T1 router). Console Power SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Internet Router / Modem...
Verify WAN / LAN / WLAN Connection Once the cables are correctly connected, the WAN, LAN (1) and WLAN lights on the front panel of your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless illuminate as illustrated below: Link/ACT (WAN / LAN 1) - A solid light...
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Page 16 Verify WAN / LAN / WLAN Connection...
Running the Setup Wizard In this Section This section provides instructions to log in and configure your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless using the SonicWALL Setup Wizard. • Log into the Web Management Interface section, on page 18 • SonicWALL Setup Wizard section, on page 20 •...
Choose to accept the certificates in order to log into the appliance. Log into the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless using “admin” as the user name and “password” as the password. The Setup Wizard screen displays. If you are having trouble getting the login screen or Setup Wizard to appear, see page 19 for additional troubleshooting information.
Do you have the Ethernet cable connected between your computer and the LAN (1) port on your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless? • Do you need to add the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless to your list of trusted sites? Use the default IP address (192.168.168.168) for this purpose.
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SonicWALL Setup Wizard If the Setup Wizard does not display upon initial login to the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless management interface, click the Wizards button in the left-hand navigation panel of the interface. Select the Setup Wizard radio button and click the Next button to continue.
Wait for the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless to reboot. When the Test is no longer lit, the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless is ready for login. If the login page does not display after reboot, open a Web browser on the computer and manually navigate to the LAN IP address of your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless.
Using a computer connected to the LAN (1) port, launch a new Web browser. Navigate to an Internet Web site such as <http://www.sonicwall.com>. If the Web site displays, your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless is configured correctly as your gateway device. SonicWALL...
Connecting to Your Network In this Section This section provides SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless basic network connectivity verification and examples. • Connect and Configure Your Network section, on page 24 • The Front Panel section, on page 25 • The Back Panel section, on page 26...
Internet Local Wired Clients Your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless is equipped with a DHCP server. If you enabled this feature in the Setup Wizard, your DHCP-enabled network clients are automatically provisioned by the SonicWALL. Setting up your network is as simple as: Setting your clients to obtain their IP address automatically.
(on/act) Solid indicates the wireless radio is powered on, blinking indicates wireless activity. (WiFiSec) Indicates WiFiSec wireless security is operational. The OPT Port is not a supported feature on the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless. Indicates a device link, activity and connection speed on your WAN port.
Provides a connection between your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless and the Internet, usually connecting through a modem or router. OPT Port The OPT Port is not a supported feature on the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless. LAN Ports Provides 5 fully-configurable ports for connection between your (1-5) SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless and the devices on your network.
Open Network. Double-click TCP/IP in the TCP/IP Properties window. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Click OK, and then click OK again. Restart the computer for the changes to take effect. SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Getting Started Guide Page 27...
Lithium Battery Warning Mount in a location away from direct • The Lithium Battery used in the SonicWALL sunlight and sources of heat. A maximum security appliance may not be replaced by the ambient temperature of 104º F (40º C) is user.
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*Refer to the label on the bottom of the unit for device information including Class A or Class B FCC information. North American Authorized Channels SonicWALL declares that the APL17-049 (FCC ID: QWU-049) (IC: 4408A-049) when sold in US or Canada is limited to CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the USA. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
All products with country code “” (blank) and “A” are made in the USA. All products with country code “B” are made in China. All products with country code "C" or "D" are made in Taiwan R.O.C. SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Getting Started Guide Page 31...
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