Initializing A Firebox Using A Modem; Initializing Using Remote Provisioning - Watchguard Firebox X1000 Reference Manual

CHAPTER 8: Firebox Read-Only System Area

Initializing a Firebox Using a Modem

The WatchGuard Firebox can accept both external and PCMCIA modems.
Use a modem for out-of-band initialization and configuration in cases
where the Firebox is located remotely from the Management Station
Before starting this procedure, make sure you have:
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To initialize a Firebox via out-of-band over a modem, the Firebox must
first be prepared:
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Initializing using Remote Provisioning

Use remote provisioning to initialize a Firebox in the case where a router
sits between the Management Station and the Firebox network
connection. Because of the flexibility of being able to initialize a Firebox
from virtually any location on a network, it is a very versatile option.
However, remote provisioning has the following restrictions:
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Management Station running Firebox System 4.1 or later and
equipped with a modem, Dial-Up Networking software, and a
working telephone line
Any Firebox model, equipped with an external modem and modem
cable or PCMCIA modem and a working telephone line
Use the blue null serial cable and adaptors included with the Firebox
to connect the Firebox Console port and external serial port in a
loopback configuration. Connect the Firebox Console port and
external serial.
Turn the power on the Firebox off then on. Confirm that the Sys B
light is lit.
The Firebox is now ready to accept the out-of-band connection.
During provisioning, the Firebox and the router should be the only
devices on the network
You must be able to flush the local router's ARP tables, preferably by
rebooting
The Firebox must be running System 4.1 or later
The Firebox is the only device behind a working router
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