Installation; Installation Requirements; Package Contents - Watchguard Firebox X20E User Manual

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Installation

To install the WatchGuard® Firebox® X Edge e-Series in your network, you must complete these steps:
Register your Firebox and activate the LiveSecurity® Service.
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Identify and record the TCP/IP properties for your Internet connection.
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Disable the HTTP proxy properties of your web browser.
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Connect the Edge to your network.
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Connect your computer to the Edge.
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Use the Quick Setup Wizard to configure the Edge.
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Installation Requirements

To install the Firebox® X Edge e-Series, you must have:
A computer with a 10/100BaseT Ethernet network interface card to configure the Edge.
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A web browser. You can use Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, Netscape 7.0 or later, or an equivalent
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browser.
Serial number of the Edge.
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You can find the serial number on the bottom of the device. You use the serial number to register
the Edge.
Internet connection.
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The external network connection can be a cable or DSL modem with a 10/100BaseT port, an
ISDN router, or a direct LAN connection. If you have problems with your Internet connection, call
your ISP (Internet Service Provider) to correct the problem before you install the Firebox X Edge.

Package Contents

Make sure that the package for your Firebox® X Edge e-Series includes these items:
Firebox X Edge e-Series User Guide on CD-ROM
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Firebox X Edge e-Series Quick Start Guide
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User Guide 9