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Cisco Firepower 8000 Series Getting
Started Guide
For the 81xx, 82xx, and 83xx Firepower and AMP models
Updated: February 15, 2016
This guide is organized as follows:
Package Contents
Deploying the Appliance
Cabling the Device
Installing the Firepower 8000 Series Device
Initial Device Setup
Restoring a Device to Factory Defaults
Scrubbing the Hard Drive
Related Documentation
Package Contents
This section lists the items included with each model. Note that contents are subject to change, and your exact contents
might contain additional or fewer items.
Chassis Models
A Firepower 8000 Series device can be delivered on a variety of chassis:
The Firepower 8120/8130/8140 and the AMP8050/AMP8150 are available as 1U appliances and can contain
up to three sensing modules. The following illustration of the rear of the chassis indicates the location of the
management interface.
Figure 1
Firepower
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Management interface
Firepower 8130 (1U model), this chassis and can contain up to three sensing modules.
Firepower 8000 Series Getting Started Guide
81xx and AMP 8xxx Series Chassis and Management Interface
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Summarization of Contents
Package Contents
Chassis Models
Describes the different chassis models for Firepower 8000 Series devices and their management interfaces.
Included Items
Lists the items that are included with each Firepower 8000 Series chassis.
Network Modules
Details the sensing interfaces available for Firepower 8000 Series appliances, including copper and fiber.
Configurable Bypass Modules
Describes modules with configurable bypass sensing interfaces, specifying configurations and cable types.
Non-Bypass Network Modules
Details non-bypass sensing interfaces for Firepower 8000 Series appliances, including cable types and configurations.
Stacking Module
Explains the function and usage of stacking modules for increasing Firepower device power.
Device Stacks
Describes various configurations for stacking Firepower devices to create larger systems.
8000 Series Stacking Cable
Provides instructions on how to use the 8000 Series stacking cable for device connections.
Cabling Diagrams
Illustrates different cabling configurations for Firepower 8000 Series devices.
Cabling the Device
Connecting Sensing Interfaces
Describes the physical connection of sensing interfaces and their configuration.
Passive Interface Cabling
Explains how to connect cables for passive interface monitoring.
Inline Interface Cabling
Details how to connect cables for inline interface monitoring.
Installing the Firepower 8000 Series Device
Keyboard and Monitor/KVM Setup
Describes using a keyboard, monitor, or KVM for initial appliance setup.
Serial Connection Setup
Explains how to connect and configure the appliance using a serial port.
Ethernet Management Connection
Details network settings for connecting to the management interface via Ethernet.
Initial Device Setup
Appliance Access Methods
Describes how to connect to the appliance for initial setup (KVM, Ethernet).
Network and Deployment Information
Details network and deployment information required for initial setup.
Initial Setup Using the Web Interface
Guides users through the setup process via the device's web interface.
Initial Setup Using the CLI
Provides instructions for configuring the device using the Command Line Interface.
Restoring a Device to Factory Defaults
Before Restoring to Factory Defaults
Provides preliminary information and guidelines before starting the restore process.
Backup Guidelines for Restore
Recommends backing up data before restoring the appliance to factory defaults.
Traffic Flow During Restore
Discusses potential traffic disruptions during the restore process.
Understanding the Restore Process
Explains the overall steps and procedures for restoring a Firepower device.
Obtaining Restore ISO and Update Files
Guides on how to get the necessary ISO image and update files for restoration.
Beginning the Restore Process
Outlines the initial steps to start the factory restore procedure.
Restore Utility via KVM/Serial Port
Details how to start the restore utility using physical connections.
Restore Utility via Lights-Out Management
Explains how to start the restore utility using LOM for remote access.
Identifying Management Interface
Explains how to identify the management interface for the restore utility.
Specifying ISO Image Location and Transport
Guides on specifying the ISO image location and transport protocol.
Update System Software and Intrusion Rules
Details how to update software and rules during the restore process.
Download and Mount ISO Image
Instructions for downloading and mounting the ISO image for restoration.
Invoking the Restore Process
Explains how to start the actual restore process after downloading files.
Saving and Loading Restore Configurations
Describes how to save and load restore configurations for future use.
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