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Performing the Initial
Configuration
The first time you turn on power to a Nokia IP2255 appliance, the initial
configuration process begins. This process enables you to configure the
network settings and provides access to the admin account.
You can perform the initial configuration in two ways:
This chapter describes how to perform the initial configuration manually by
using a console connection. It includes the following sections:
For information about how to use the DHCP client for the initial
configuration, see the Read Me First document, Using DHCP to Configure
Your Appliance, included with the security platform.
Nokia IP2255 Security Platform Installation Guide
Configure a DHCP server to provide the initial configuration information
the first time the appliance is started.
Perform the initial configuration manually by using a console connection.
Using a Console Connection
Connecting Power and Turning the Power On
Performing the Initial Configuration
Connecting Network Interfaces
Using Nokia Network Voyager
Using the Command-Line Interface
Using Nokia Horizon Manager
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