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Chapter 4 - Firewall Software
Configuration Port Setup
The Configuration Port Setup program allows you to set up and configure the configuration port
on your Firewall. This dialog is included in the initial installation process. Although parameters
can be changed, be sure to note the current status of the software before making any alterations.
When you installed the Firewall software, you selected to configure the port as either an IP or
COM Port. When COM Port is selected, you can assign the proper COM Port and define the
modem Init String, Dial String, and various responses. If IP is selected, you can assign a static IP
address or select one from the drop down list. For more information on each individual
parameter, refer to the online Help provided with the software.
Download Firmware Update
This application allows you to update the firmware of the Firewall. This may be necessary in the
case of repair or upgrade. To download the firmware update, choose Download Firmware
Update from the Firewall Program Group, and the Open dialog box is displayed (if the Firewall
is running, you will be queried to reboot to update firmware; click OK to proceed and the Open
dialog will be displayed).
By default, the Firewall software will display the proper firmware from the Firewall folder. Double
click on this file in the File Name list.
The Downloading Code dialog is displayed, which includes a status bar to monitor the download.
When the download is complete the Firewall will reboot. This process will take several minutes.
After rebooting, you will be returned to Windows.
Uninstall Firewall Configuration
Selecting Uninstall Firewall Configuration will allow you to completely remove all the components
of the Firewall Program Group. Upon selecting this option your will be queried for confirmation.
Click Yes to continue with the uninstall, or click No to abort.
Note: You will not be able to use the Firewall without Firewall Configuration. If you remove the
components, you will need to reinstall the software. Refer to your Firewall Quick Start Guide for
installation instructions.
Upgrade Firewall
The Upgrade Firewall utility allows you to upgrade your Firewall without losing the default
settings. Use this utility to update the firmware and software of a pre-configured Firewall running
older software. When you run Upgrade Firewall, from the Firewall program group, or from the
Start menu, Firewall will reboot and your configuration settings will be checked. The necessary
information will be updated, while the settings you have configured will be preserved. To perform
a fresh installation, choose Download Firmware, and then run the Wizard Setup to configure the
Firewall.
WAN Device Configuration
If you have an external WAN device connected to the WAN port of the Firewall, this application
will open the Firewall Print Console, a terminal emulation program, that will allow configuration of
the external device.
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