websense V5000 G2 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide
Websense V5000 G2
Web Security

Before you begin...

Plan your deployment before setting up the appliance. See the
back of this guide for a deployment overview and reference sheet.
1

Verify Contents

Accessory Kit
Recovery Disk Documentation Disk Ethernet Cables (4)
Power Cable Null Modem Cable
Bezel (faceplate)
2

Rack Installation

To rack the V5000 G2 appliance, use a rack tray (not included).
1. Obtain a rack tray and install into desired server rack.
2. Place appliance on tray
and secure to server rack
using mounting screws on
front of appliance.

Connect Network Cables

3
Cat 5E cables (or better) are required. Do not use crossover network cables.

Connect Input Device

4
OR
Serial Port Connection
Connect a computer to serial port using null
modem cable (provided). Or, connect a terminal
server to serial port using a straight-through
cable (not provided).
Serial port settings: 9600 baud, 8 bits, no parity
5

Power On Appliance

1. Plug power cable into an appropriate power source.
2. Press power button on front of appliance (a).
3. Check the following indicators:
a) Power button is illuminated (front).
b) System status indicator is solid blue (front).
c) LEDs for connected interfaces (NICs) are illuminated (back).
Contact Websense Technical Support if any indicators are not illuminated correctly.
Keyboard/Monitor Connection
Connect a monitor and keyboard to appliance,
either directly or through a KVM (keyboard/
video/mouse) switch.
a
b
c

Install Bezel (optional)

6
1. Insert right tab into slot on appliance.
2. Press left tab in firmly until bezel snaps into place.
3. Appliance can be locked using keys included with bezel.
(optional)
7

Configuration Overview

1. Appliance Command Line: Configure the integration method
and Appliance Controller interface (C) via firstboot script.
2. Logon Portal: Access Logon Portal via browser to perform
remaining tasks.
3. Appliance Manager: Configure NTP servers/system time,
Network Agent interface (N), and all other necessary
settings.
4. TRITON TM - Web Security: Enter subscription key, update
Master URL Database, configure Network Agent and
customize policies. Windows Server® 2003/2008 required
for Log Server and optional components.
See the V5000 G2 Web Security Getting Started guide online
for detailed instructions.
Support & Resources
Getting Started Guide
www.websense.com/library/
Also available on the Documentation disk.
Online Support and Contact Information
www.websense.com/support/