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- Page 1 SonicPoint-Ne / SonicPoint-Ni Getting Started Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
SonicWALL SonicPoint-Ne / SonicPoint-Ni Getting Started Guide This Getting Started Guide provides instructions for basic installation and configuration of the SonicWALL SonicPoint-Ne / SonicPoint-Ni wireless appliances in single-unit or distributed wireless deployments. Setup Step Procedure Est. Time Before You Begin... - Page 3 Wireless Link Wireless Activity 1000mbps 100mbps 10Mbps Ethernet Activity Power Port (SonicPoint-Ne only) Provides 12VDC power connection Reset Button LAN/PoE Port Press and hold to manually reset Provides Power over Ethernet (PoE) Console Port and Ethernet connection Provides management connection using CLI->DB9 cable (for command line management only)
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Page 4: Before You Begin
In this Section: This section provides a basic checklist of materials and information you will need before you begin. • Check Package Contents - page 4 • What You Need to Begin - page 5 SonicWALL SonicPoint Getting Started Guide Page 3... -
Page 5: Check Package Contents
The included power cord is intended for use in North America only. Any Items Missing? If any of the items corresponding to your product are missing from the package, please contact SonicWALL support. A listing of the most current support documents are available online at: <http://www.sonicwall.com/us/support.html>... -
Page 6: What You Need To Begin
The SonicWALL SonicPoint-Ne/Ni security appliances are centrally managed by SonicWALL NSA E-Class appliances. For more information on deploying this SonicPoint with SonicWALL NSA series and TZ series platforms, contact your local SonicWALL sales representative for the supported SonicOS releases. SonicPoints receive auto-firmware updates from the central gateway SonicWALL, this device supports SonicOS 5.6.0.3 or higher releases. - Page 7 Page 6...
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Page 8: Introduction To Secure Wireless
Introduction to Secure Wireless In this Section: This section contains excerpts from the SonicWALL Secure Wireless Network Integrated Solutions Guide. The content is meant to provide a brief introduction to Radio Frequency (RF) technology as it pertains to different deployment scenarios. -
Page 9: Wireless Rf Introduction
14 overlapping channels. As a result of these For more information on this topic, refer to the overlapping channels, 2.4GHz technology provides only a total SonicWALL Secure Wireless Networking Integrated of three discrete channels. Solutions Guide. The newer 802.11n technology does not fit into either of these categories, as it is capable of using both 2.4GHz and 5GHz, but... - Page 10 Very High equipment concrete, water Off-network access Entire range Faraday cage Extremely High points RF reflective objects Long-range wireless bridging a. Most newer model microwave ovens have sufficient shielding to negate possible RF interference. SonicWALL SonicPoint Getting Started Guide Page 9...
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Page 11: Placing Access Points
Also consider where your key site survey, see the SonicWALL SonicPoint networking devices are deployed and how they will connect Deployment Best Practices Guide at: efficiently with your wireless appliances. - Page 12 • Solution – Give VoIP a try. VoIP will work in tandem with your wireless network, instead of against it. For more on SonicWALL VoIP implementation and capabilities, refer to the Configuring VoIP SonicOS feature module available at: http://www.sonicwall.com/us/support.html Location C – Off-network access points •...
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Page 13: Sonicwall Wireless Firewalling
SonicWALL addresses this security shortcoming by managing SonicWALL Wireless Firewalling the SonicPoint access points from the UTM appliance. This When a wireless device uses an access point to communicate allows complete control of the wireless space, including zone with a device on another subnet or on a completely different... -
Page 14: Registering Your Appliance
Using SonicWALL UTM Security Services for Wireless Clients - page 15 Note: Registration is an important part of the setup process and is necessary to receive the full benefits of SonicWALL security services, firmware updates, and technical support. SonicWALL SonicPoint Getting Started Guide... -
Page 15: Creating A Mysonicwall Account
MySonicWALL A MySonicWALL account is required for product registration. If you already have an account, continue to the Registering and You must register your SonicWALL security appliance on Licensing Your Appliance on MySonicWALL section. MySonicWALL to enable full functionality. - Page 16 Wireless Clients purchases, or is on the front of the certificate that was included with your purchase. Any security services you purchased for your SonicWALL UTM appliance can also be applied to wireless clients. Simply enable To activate existing licenses:...
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Page 18: Configuring Your Utm Appliance For Wireless
Configuring Your UTM Appliance for Wireless In this Section: This section provides instructions for configuring the SonicWALL UTM appliance to connect with your SonicWALL SonicPoint. • An Introduction to Zones and Interfaces - page 18 • Configuring Wireless Access - page 18... -
Page 19: An Introduction To Zones And Interfaces
The security features and settings configured for the zones are enforced by binding a zone to one or more physical interfaces (such as, X0, X1, or X2) on the SonicWALL UTM appliance. Page 18 An Introduction to Zones and Interfaces... - Page 20 Under WEP/WPA Encryption, select the Authentication Navigate to the SonicPoint > SonicPoints page in the Type for your wireless network. SonicWALL recommends SonicOS interface. using WPA2 as the authentication type. Click Add SonicPoint below the list of SonicPoint Fill in the fields specific to the authentication type that you provisioning profiles.
- Page 21 Optionally, under ACL Enforcement, select Enable MAC Advanced Tab Filter List to enforce Access Control by allowing or Configure the advanced radio settings for the 802.11n radio. denying traffic from specific devices. Select a MAC For most 802.11n advanced options, the default settings give address object group from the Allow List or Deny List to automatically allow or deny traffic to and from all devices optimum performance.
- Page 22 Select Only allow traffic generated by a SonicPoint to On the Network > Zones page in the WLAN row, click the allow only traffic from SonicWALL SonicPoints to enter the icon in the Configure column. WLAN Zone interface, providing maximum security.
- Page 23 Configuring the Network Interface Each SonicPoint or group of SonicPoints must be connected to a physical network interface that is configured for Wireless. SonicOS by default provides a standard wireless zone (WLAN), which can be applied to any available interface. To configure a network interface using the standard wireless (WLAN) zone: Navigate to the Network >...
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Page 24: Setting Up Your Sonicpoint
Setting Up Your SonicPoint In this Section: This section describes how to connect and configure physical aspects of the SonicPoint including cabling and mounting. • Installing Antennas (SonicPoint-Ne Only) - page 24 • Connecting Ethernet Cable - page 24 •... -
Page 25: Installing Antennas (Sonicpoint-Ne Only)
The illustration on the following page depicts the SonicPoint within a typical network deployment. Ethernet Cabling: SonicPoint-Ne vs SonicPoint-Ni While the SonicPoint-Ne may be powered with either the included external power adaptor or through Power over Ethernet (PoE), the SonicPoint-Ni must be powered using Power over Ethernet (PoE). - Page 26 Using Ethernet cable, connect the Data and Power out X1 WAN port on the SonicWALL PoE injector to the LAN port on the back of your SonicPoint. Wait for the link LED to illuminate. This indicates an active X2 WLAN connection.
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Page 27: Mounting Using Ceiling Brackets
Mounting Using Ceiling Brackets To mount the SonicPoint to a crossbar between ceiling panels using included brackets: Using the 3/8” screws, screw in the brackets to the underside of the SonicPoint, making sure both brackets are parallel. (Optional) Attach the front LED/logo cover plate to the top of the SonicPoint and if necessary, rotate it to the desired Mounting Brackets position (See Mounting Using Anchor Screws section, on... -
Page 28: Mounting Using Anchor Screws
SonicPoint and if necessary, rotate it to the desired position. Supporting the SonicPoint in your hands, securely fit the underside slots of the SonicPoint onto the screw heads. See also, Product Safety and Regulatory Information - page 37 SonicWALL SonicPoint Getting Started Guide Page 27... -
Page 29: Verifying Operation
SSID. Launch your Web browser. Enter “http://www.sonicwall.com” in the address bar and press Enter on the keyboard. The SonicWALL website displays. If you are unable to browse to a website, see “Troubleshooting Tips” on page 29. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting Tips
Onboard Help System If the SonicPoint locates a peer SonicOS device, the two units All SonicWALL network security appliances include an onboard perform an encrypted exchange and the profile assigned to the help system with help topics that are relevant to each area of relevant wireless zone is used to automatically configure the management interface. - Page 31 Page 30...
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Page 32: Support And Training Options
Support and Training Options In this Section: This section provides overviews of customer support and training options for SonicWALL appliances. • Customer Support - page 32 • Knowledge Base - page 32 • User Forums - page 33 • Training - page 34 •... -
Page 33: Customer Support
Support Contract. Please review our Warranty Support Policy • Browse for product coverage. SonicWALL also offers a full range of • Search for keywords consulting services to meet your needs, from our innovative •... -
Page 34: User Forums
User Forums The SonicWALL User Forums are a resource that provide users the ability to communicate and discuss a variety of security and appliance subject matters. The following categories are available for users: • Content Security Manager topics • Continuous Data Protection topics •... -
Page 35: Training
Training SonicWALL offers an extensive sales and technical training curriculum for Network Administrators, Security Experts, and SonicWALL Medallion Partners who need to enhance their knowledge and maximize their investment in SonicWALL Products and Security Applications. SonicWALL Training provides the following resources for its customers: •... -
Page 36: Related Documentation
SonicWALL GVC Administrator’s Guide • SonicWALL ViewPoint Administrator’s Guide • SonicWALL GAV Administrator’s Guide • SonicWALL IPS Administrator’s Guide • SonicWALL Anti-Spyware Administrator’s Guide • SonicWALL CFS Administrator’s Guide For further information, visit: <http://www.sonicwall.com/us/support.html> SonicWALL SonicPoint Getting Started Guide Page 35... -
Page 37: Sonicwall Secure Wireless Network Integrated Solutions Guide
“secure” wireless network? Check out the SonicWALL Secure Wireless Network Integrated Solutions Guide. This book is the official guide to SonicWALL’s market- leading wireless networking and security devices. This title is available in hardcopy at fine book retailers everywhere, or by ordering directly from Elsevier Publishing at: <http://www.elsevier.com>... -
Page 38: Product Safety And Regulatory Information
Product Safety and Regulatory Information In this Section: This section provides regulatory, trademark, and copyright information. • Safety and Regulatory Information for the SonicWALL SonicPoint Wireless Appliance - page 38 • SonicWALL SonicPoint Wireless Appliance Sicherheit und gesetzliche Vorschriften - page 39 •... -
Page 39: Safety And Regulatory Information For The Sonicwall Sonicpoint Wireless Appliance
Power Supply Information for APL21-083 APL21-083 SonicPoint-Ni If the power supply is missing from your SonicWALL product package, please contact SonicWALL Technical Support at 408- 752-7819 for a replacement. This product should only be used with a UL listed power supply marked “Class 2” or “LPS”, with an Mounting the SonicWALL output rated 48 VDC, minimum 0.35 A, Tma: minimum 40... -
Page 40: Sonicwall Sonicpoint Wireless Appliance Sicherheit Und Gesetzliche Vorschriften
Appliance Sicherheit und gesetzliche Verbindung von Geräten in Innenräumen. Schließen Sie an die Vorschriften Anschlüsse der SonicWALL keine Kabel an, die aus dem Gebäude herausgeführt werden, in dem sich das Gerät befindet. Weitere Hinweise zur Montage Wählen Sie für die Montage einen Ort, der keinem direkten •... -
Page 41: Fcc Part 15 Notice For The Sonicwall Sonicpoint Wireless Appliance
Detailed current and background information can be found at inches) between the radiator (antenna) and your body. This transmitter http://www.wispa.org/?page_id=2341 < >. must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Page 40 FCC Part 15 Notice for the SonicWALL SonicPoint Wireless Appliance... -
Page 42: Industry Canada Notices
(i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and Authorized Channels 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or SonicWALL declares that the APL23-06E (IC: 4408A-06E) and APL23- damage to LE-LAN devices. 083 (IC: 4408A-083) when sold in Canada is limited to CH1~CH11 byspecified firmware controlled in the USA. -
Page 43: Ncc Statement
Attention: (utilisation de bande DFS) NCC Statement (i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5 150-5 250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux; (ii) le gain maximal d’antenne permis pour les dispositifs utilisant les bandes 5 250-5 350 MHz et 5 470-5 725 MHz doit se conformer à... - Page 44 I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and Standards. Quality control procedures will ensure series production of equipment will be compliant. Signature /s/ Larry Wagner_________ Date 05/30/10 Sr. Engineering Director SonicWALL SonicPoint Getting Started Guide Page 43...
- Page 45 Directiva 1999/5/CE. essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. SonicWALL izjavlja, da je ta APL21-083 / APL21-06E v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in Por medio de la presente SonicWALL declara que el APL21-083 / APL21-06E cumple con ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
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Page 46: Copyright Notice
Specifications and descriptions subject to change without notice. Trademarks SonicWALL is a registered trademark of SonicWALL, Inc. Microsoft Windows, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows Server, Internet Explorer, and Active Directory are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. - Page 47 Page 46 Trademarks...
- Page 48 F +1 408.745.9300 P/N 232-001795-50 Rev A 06/10 ©2010 SonicWALL, Inc. is a registered trademark of SonicWALL, Inc. Other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Specifications and descriptions subject to change without notice.