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SonicWall™ NSA 2600/3600/4600/5600/6600
Getting Started Guide 
Regulatory Model Numbers:
1RK29‐0A9 – NSA 2600
1RK26‐0A2 – NSA 3600
1RK26‐0A3 – NSA 4600
1RK26‐0A4 – NSA 5600
1RK27‐0A5 – NSA 6600

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In this Guide
Contents
Provides a list of the guide's sections and their page numbers for navigation.
Getting Started Task Overview
Illustrates the initial setup and deployment processes with a flowchart.
Hardware Overview
SonicWall NSA Package Contents
Lists all items included in the SonicWall NSA appliance package for verification.
NSA 2600 Front Panel
Illustrates and describes the front panel components of the NSA 2600 appliance.
NSA 2600 Back Panel
Illustrates and describes the back panel components of the NSA 2600 appliance.
NSA 3600/4600/5600 Front Panel
Illustrates and describes front panel components for NSA 3600, 4600, and 5600 appliances.
NSA 3600/4600/5600 Back Panel
Illustrates and describes back panel components for NSA 3600, 4600, and 5600 appliances.
NSA 6600 Front Panel
Illustrates and describes the front panel components of the NSA 6600 appliance.
NSA 6600 Back Panel
Illustrates and describes the back panel components of the NSA 6600 appliance.
Initial Setup
Determining the WAN Type
Explains WAN connection types: Static, DHCP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, Wire Mode, Tap Mode.
System Requirements
Lists prerequisites for setup, including hardware, software, and supported browsers.
Recording Configuration Information
Provides fields to record network and administrator details for future reference.
Initial Configuration
Illustrates connecting the management computer to the appliance for initial setup.
Connecting to the Internet
Details physical connections for NSA LAN and WAN interfaces to provide network access.
Troubleshooting Connections
Offers solutions for common MGMT and LAN connection issues encountered during setup.
Registering, Licensing, and Upgrading
Using MySonicWall
Explains MySonicWall account use for appliance configuration and license management.
Creating a MySonicWall Account
Provides step-by-step instructions on how to create a new MySonicWall account.
Registration Overview
Describes various appliance registration methods, recommending the SonicOS interface.
Registering in SonicOS
Details registering the appliance directly through the SonicOS management interface.
Alternative Registration Options
Outlines optional appliance registration methods via MySonicWall.
Licensing Security Services
Guides on licensing security services via MySonicWall, including free trials and purchases.
Activating Licenses Using a Key
Explains activating service licenses using an activation key from sales or online purchase.
Upgrading Firmware
Recommends running latest firmware and provides steps for upgrading the appliance's SonicOS.
Support and Training Options
Customer Support
Details SonicWall's telephone, email, and web-based support services, including 24x7 support.
Knowledge Base
Explains searching for solutions using keywords, symptoms, or details in the Knowledge Base.
User Forums
Describes SonicWall User Forums for peer collaboration and expert discussions on security topics.
Training
Outlines SonicWall's training curriculum: E-Training, instructor-led, and custom training.
Related Documentation
Lists technical documentation available on MySonicWall and the support portal.
Additionally Supported Languages
Informs users about the availability of guides, firmware, and client software in multiple languages.
Rail Assembly and Rack Mounting Instructions
Rail Assembly and Rack Mounting
Provides illustrated instructions for assembling slide rails for rack mounting SonicWall appliances.
Product Safety and Regulatory Information
Safety Instructions
Details essential safety guidelines for installing and operating the SonicWall appliance.
Declaration of Conformity
Provides information on compliance with directives and standards, with links to CE declarations.
Warranty Information
Outlines the 1-year Limited Hardware Warranty and provides a link for warranty details.

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