Download the USB image and write it to a USB drive................14 Re-image the appliance using a USB drive....................14 4 Diagnosing hardware problems........................16 Run hardware diagnostics.......................... 16 View the system event log.......................... 17 S1104 control panel indicator lights......................18 S2008 and S3008 control panel indicator lights..................19...
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Introducing the appliances The features and capabilities of models S1104, S2008, and S3008 allow you to plan and configure an appliance. Models and features Forcepoint ™ Sidewinder ® models S1104, S2008, and S3008 include the following features. Table 1: Model features...
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Model S2008 This figure shows the attributes of model S2008. Figure 2: Model S2008 front panel Number Description Network port 1-0 Network port 1-1 Network port 1-2 Network port 1-3 Network port 1-4 Network port 1-5 Network port 1-6 Network port 1-7 Dedicated management port VGA port USB ports...
• Network ports and NICs Sidewinder models S1104, S2008, and S3008 have multiple 1 gigabit RJ45 copper network ports, which are physically labeled. These port labels correspond to Sidewinder NIC (network interface card) names for software version 8.1.1 and later.
Models S2008 and S3008 include a single 10/100/1000 RJ45 copper dedicated management port, which provides additional network connection options for management traffic. Note: Model S1104 does not include a dedicated management port. Supported types of network traffic Dedicated management ports can be used for several types of network traffic.
Note: Models S1104 and S2008 do not include Remote Management Module ports. Features You can use the Remote Management Module web interface to perform several tasks. • View system information • View system health, including: • Sensor readings • Event log •...
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Contact information Use the following information to contact us. Forcepoint LLC 10900-A Stonelake Blvd Quarry Oaks 1, Ste 350 Austin TX 78759 +1-800-723-1166 Introducing the appliances |...
Configuring the management ports You need to enable the dedicated management ports for models S2008 and S3008, and Remote Management Module for model S3008 to manage network traffic. Configure a dedicated management port The dedicated management ports included with models S2008 and S3008 are disabled by default. To configure and enable a dedicated management port, perform these steps.
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BMC LAN Configuration. Select Configure the following options: • IP address • Subnet mask • Gateway IP address User configuration In the area, specify at least one user that will be allowed to access the appliance from a remote host. In the User ID field, select the user ID that you want to configure.
If you cannot find the USB drive, download the USB image and write it to a USB drive. • All S1104, S2008, and S3008 models can be re-imaged using an installation USB drive. • Some S2008 and S3008 models contain an integrated eUSB device that allows the appliances to be re- imaged without external media.
Press <F2> to enter SETUP, <F6> Boot Menu, <F12> for Network Boot When appears on the screen, press F6. Select the drive that the media is in. When prompted Would you like to update your eUSB image?, select Yes. The eUSB Flashing Utility opens and searches for the eUSB device. When the device is found, select to proceed.
If you do not have the installation USB drive that was included with the appliance, perform this procedure to create a new one. Download the USB image. In a web browser, navigate to https://support.forcepoint.com/Downloads. Enter your logon credentials, then navigate to the appropriate product and version. Download the USB image (.zip) file.
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• Insert a USB drive containing a disaster recovery backup into one of the appliance USB ports. • Use the Quick Start Wizard on a Windows-based computer to create an initial configuration file and save it to a USB drive, then insert the USB drive into the appliance. •...
Diagnosing hardware problems Sidewinder models S2008 and S3008 contain tools you can use to diagnose hardware problems. Run hardware diagnostics The diagnostics utility is independent of the appliance operating system, so the appliance must be restarted to run the diagnostics. •...
Some S2008 or S3008 models contain an integrated eUSB device that allows you to re-image the appliance or run hardware diagnostics without the use of external media. View the system event log You can view the system event log (SEL) by connecting to the Remote Management Module or by using the integrated system event log viewer.
S1104 control panel indicator lights The control panel of S1104 model has two status indicator lights. The control panel is found on the front of the chassis. Figure 4: S1104 control panel indicator lights Power button System power Hard drive activity The following table summarizes the indicator light states and the corresponding hardware component status.
S2008 and S3008 control panel indicator lights The control panel of S2008 and S3008 models has four status indicator lights. The control panel is found on the front of the chassis. Figure 5: S2008 and S3008 control panel indicator lights NIC 1 System power System status...
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