Getting Started - Watchguard Firebox X55e Quick Start Manual

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the WatchGuard®Firebox®X Edge e-Series to protect your data, networks, and
computers. This Quick Start Guide gives you an overview of how to install and configure your new
Edge. See the Firebox X Edge e-Series User Guide for other installation and configuration information.
1
Activate Your Firebox
You must register the product and get a feature key to use the Firebox X Edge. If you do not
install your feature key, only one user can connect to the Internet or WAN. You must have a
functional Internet connection to register your Firebox X Edge. You will configure the Edge
from a computer on your network with a web browser.
Your Firebox X Edge e-Series includes a 90-day subscription to WatchGuard's award-winning
LiveSecurity®Service. LiveSecurity extends your protection with software updates, emerging threat
alerts, and expert security articles.
To activate your Firebox X Edge:
1. Use your web browser and go to http://www.watchguard.com/activate/
2. If you are a new customer, click Create a User Profile. If you are an existing customer, log in
with your LiveSecurity Service user name and passphrase.
3. After you log in, use the instructions on the screen to
register your Firebox X Edge. To find your serial number,
look on the bottom of your Edge. Write the serial number
here for reference.
4. Save a copy of your feature key. You will need it when you complete the Quick Setup Wizard.
5. Download and save the most current Edge software and release notes. You will install the latest
software when you get to section 5 of this guide. There are two installation choices for each
Edge release. Windows users should choose the automatic installation option.
2
Gather Network Information
You must gather information about your network before you connect your Firebox X Edge.
Select the method that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) uses to give you an IP address:
If your ISP uses DHCP to give you an IP address, skip to section 3.
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If your ISP uses PPPoE, you must find your TCP/IP and PPPoE settings.
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If your ISP gives you a static IP address, you must find your TCP/IP settings.
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1. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt.
(The Command Prompt window appears.)
2. At the command prompt, type ipconfig/all and press Enter.
3. Record the values in the table on the next page.
X Edge
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Firebox X Edge Serial Number