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Connect Cables Turn On Power Verify Status for Versions 6.5 and Later
• Connect a local computer to the FMC serial port as described in Step 7. (To use this connection see
Up Serial Access, on page
• Connect the FMC CIMC port to a local network reachable from a local computer where you will run an
IPMI utility for Lights-Out Management, as described in Step 8. (To use this connection see
Lights-Out Management, on page
After rack-mounting the chassis, follow these steps to connect cables, turn on power, and verify connectivity.
Use the following figure to identify the rear panel ports.
Figure 4: Cable Connections
Before you begin
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• Rack-mount the appliance as described in the
4600 Hardware Installation
Procedure
Step 1 eth0 management interface (labeled "1" on the rear panel) — Using an Ethernet cable, connect the eth0
interface to the default management network reachable from your management PC. This interface is the default
management interface and is enabled by default. Confirm that the link LED is on for both the network interface
on the local computer and the FMC management interface.
You can use this connection to configure network settings and perform initial setup using HTTPS. You can
also use this connection to perform routine management, and to manage devices from the FMC web interface.
Step 2 (Optional) eth1 management interface (labeled "2" on the rear panel)—Connect this management interface
to the same or different network from your other management interfaces depending on your network needs.
For information about management interfaces and network topology, see the
Configuration Guide
Step 3
(Optional) eth2 management interface —Install any FMC-supported SFP+ transceiver and cable in this
10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ interface as needed. You can connect this interface to the same or different network
from your other management interfaces depending on your network needs. For more information about
management interfaces and network topology, see the
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Regulatory and Compliance Safety Information
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document before installing the FMC chassis.
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Firepower Management Center Configuration
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Firepower Management Center
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