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SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Manual

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  • Page 1 Network Security Appliances SonicWALL NSA E7500 NETWORK SECURITY SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 2 The SonicWALL NSA E7500 is a high-performance, multi-service gigabit network security platform that protects users and critical network resources from dynamic network threats and attacks. The SonicWALL NSA E7500 is easy to deploy. It integrates SonicWALL’s Security Services for comprehensive Unified Threat Management, including: •...
  • Page 3 Completing Pre-Configuration Tasks - page 3 Connecting for Initial Setup - page 17 Initial Configuration - page 21 Registering Your SonicWALL - page 27 Appendix Appendix A: Configuring DHCP IP Addressing - page 31 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity - page 32...

  • Page 4: Completing Pre-Configuration Tasks

    EFT DRAFT Completing Pre-Configuration Tasks In this Section: This section provides pre-configuration information. Review this section before setting up your SonicWALL NSA E7500. • System Requirements, on page 4 • Check Package Contents, on page 5 • Obtain Configuration Information, on page 6 •...

  • Page 5: System Requirements

    Before you begin the setup process, check to ensure that you have: • A computer to use as a management station for initial configuration of the SonicWALL NSA E7500 • A Web browser supporting Java and HTTP uploads. Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Netscape Navigator 7.2 or higher, or Opera 8.54 or higher are...

  • Page 6: Check Package Contents

    *The included power cord is intended for use in North America only. For European Union Rack Mount** (EU) customers, a power cord is not included. Rail Kit** **Items not included in content graphic. DB9 -> RJ45 (CLI) Cable** SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 5...

  • Page 7: Obtain Configuration Information

    Record the authentication code found on the bottom panel of your SonicWALL appliance. Networking Information LAN IP Address: Select a static IP address for your SonicWALL appliance that is within the range of your local subnet. If you are unsure, you can use the default IP address (192.168.168.168).

  • Page 8: Obtain Internet Service Provider (Isp) Information

    Secondary DNS (optional): Note: If you are not using one of the network configurations above, refer to the SonicOS Enhanced Administrator’s Guide. You can locate this guide on your SonicWALL Resource CD. SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 7...

  • Page 9: The Front Panel

    DB9 -> RJ45 cable. USB Ports (2) Future extension. Power LED (2) Indicates the SonicWALL NSA E7500 is powered on. Test LED Flickering: Indicates the appliance is initializing. Steady blinking: Indicates the appliance is in safe mode. Solid: Indicates that the appliance is in test mode.

  • Page 10: The Back Panel

    Feature Description Expansion Bay Future extension. Fans (2) The SonicWALL NSA E7500 includes two fans for system temperature control. Power Supply (2) The SonicWALL NSA E7500 includes two power supplies for redundant AC power and added reliability. SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide...

  • Page 11: Front Bezel Control Features

    Used to navigate the front panel bezel interface. Note: Using the Front Bezel to configure any aspect of the SonicWALL NSA E7500 means the Setup Wizard will not automatically launch upon login. To manually launch the Setup Wizard, see If the SonicWALL Setup Wizard Does Not Appear, on page 24.
  • Page 12 • Status> • Configure> • Restart> • Safe Mode> Use the Up and Down button to select the option you wish to enter and click the Right button to enter it. SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 11...
  • Page 13 SonicWALL EFT DRAFT Status This option allows you to view specific aspects of the appliance. Once selected, the LCD will display the Status List. This list is navigated using the Up and Down buttons. • SonicWALL E7500 • Serial #: •...
  • Page 14 Saver Mode, whether from the sixty second time out or from pressing the Left button from the Main Menu, the PIN number will be forgotten and will have to be inputted again to access the Configuration Menu. SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 13...
  • Page 15 SonicWALL EFT DRAFT Configuration Options Configurable options include: • X0 IP> • X0 Subnet> • X1 Mode> • X1 IP> • X1 Subnet> • X1 Gateway> • X1 DNS1> • X1 DNS2> • X1 DNS3> • Set Defaults> The X1 Mode can be set to Static (default) or to DHCP.
  • Page 16 Status List will cycle, every entry being displayed for a few seconds. If the Up or Down button is pressed while in Screen-Saver mode, the appliance will display adjacent status entry. To exit Screen-Saver mode, press the Right button. SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 15...
  • Page 17 SonicWALL EFT DRAFT Page 16 Front Bezel Control Features...

  • Page 18: Connecting For Initial Setup

    Connecting the WAN Port to the Internet, on page 18 • Connecting the LAN Port to Your Management Station, on page 18 • Applying Power to the SonicWALL NSA E7500, on page 19 SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 17...

  • Page 19: Connecting The Wan Port To The Internet

    Connecting the LAN Port to Your Management Station Connect one end of the provided red Crossover cable to the computer you are using to manage the SonicWALL NSA E7500. Connect the other end of the cable to the X0 port on your SonicWALL NSA E7500.

  • Page 20: Applying Power To The Sonicwall Nsa E7500

    EFT DRAFT Applying Power to the SonicWALL NSA E7500 Plug both of the power cords into an appropriate power outlet. The SonicWALL NSA E7500 includes two power supplies for redundant AC power and added reliability. To power To power source 2...
  • Page 21 SonicWALL NSA E7500 is ready for configuration (this typically occurs within 90 seconds of applying power). If the Test or Alarm LEDs remain lit after the SonicWALL NSA E7500 has booted, restart the SonicWALL NSA E7500.

  • Page 22: Initial Configuration

    EFT DRAFT Initial Configuration In this Section: This section provides instructions to login and configure your SonicWALL NSA E7500 using the SonicWALL Setup Wizard. • Accessing the Management Interface, on page 22 • If the SonicWALL Setup Wizard Does Not Appear, on page 24 •...

  • Page 23: Accessing The Management Interface

    SonicWALL EFT DRAFT Accessing the Management Interface The computer you use to manage the SonicWALL NSA E7500 must be set up to accept a dynamic IP address, or have an unused IP address on the 192.168.168.x/24 subnet, such as 192.168.168.20. For instructions on configuring your IP address, see Appendix A: Configuring DHCP IP Addressing, on page 31.
  • Page 24 Obtain Configuration Information, on page 6 • Obtain Internet Service Provider (ISP) Information, on page 7 Refer to these sections to complete the wizard. Depending on the changes made during your setup configuration, the SonicWALL may restart. SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 23...

  • Page 25: If The Sonicwall Setup Wizard Does Not Appear

    SonicWALL EFT DRAFT If the SonicWALL Setup Wizard Does Not Appear If you cannot connect to the SonicWALL NSA E7500 or the Setup Wizard does not display, verify the following configurations: • Did you correctly enter the SonicWALL NSA E7500 management IP address in your Web browser? •...

  • Page 26: Connecting The Sonicwall Nsa E7500 To Your Network

    Connecting The SonicWALL NSA E7500 to your Network The SonicWALL NSA E7500 can act as a local DHCP server. It will only attempt to do so if it does not detect existing DHCP servers to avoid disruptions. The ports can be configured to accept various zones. In the above example, the zones are: •...

  • Page 27: Testing Your Connection

    Management Interface and verify your IP and WAN connection. Open another Web browser and navigate to: <http://www.sonicwall.com>. If you can view the SonicWALL home page, you have configured your SonicWALL NSA E7500 correctly. If you cannot view the SonicWALL home page, renew your management station DHCP address.

  • Page 28: Registering Your Sonicwall

    • Before You Register, on page 28 • Registering Your SonicWALL NSA E7500, on page 29 Once you have established your Internet connection, it is recommended you register your SonicWALL security appliance at mySonicWALL.com. Registering your SonicWALL security appliance provides the following benefits: •...

  • Page 29: Before You Register

    SonicWALL EFT DRAFT Before You Register Make sure the DNS and Time settings on your SonicWALL NSA E7500 are correct when you register the device. Configure Time settings in the System > Time page. Configure DNS settings in the Edit Interface window from the Network >...

  • Page 30: Registering Your Sonicwall Nsa E7500

    EFT DRAFT Registering Your SonicWALL NSA E7500 If you are not logged into the SonicWALL NSA E7500 management interface, log in with the username admin and the administrative password you set in the Setup Wizard. If the System > Status page is not displaying in the management interface, click System in the left-navigation menu, and then click Status.
  • Page 31 Click Submit. When the Mysonicwall.com server has finished processing your registration, you will see a page informing you that your SonicWALL NSA E7500 appliance is registered. Click Continue, and the System > Licenses page is displayed showing you all your activated services.

  • Page 32: Appendix A: Configuring Dhcp Ip Addressing

    Open Network and Dial-up Connections. Click Properties. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain a DNS address automatically. Click OK for the settings to take effect. SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 31...

  • Page 33: Appendix B: Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity

    • Is your computer set to accept DHCP addressing or, if using static IP addressing, is your IP address set to a range within the SonicWALL’s LAN subnet? • Has your IP address renewed from the setting changes? Manually refresh them or reboot your computer.

  • Page 34: Appendix C: Safety Instructions And Regulatory Information

    Product Name 1RK11-04e E7500 Rack Mounting the SonicWALL Lithium Battery The above SonicWALL appliances are designed to be mounted in a Warning standard 19-inch rack mount cabinet. The following conditions are The Lithium Battery used in required for proper installation: the SonicWALL Internet •...
  • Page 35 Hier ist ein Belüftungsabstand von mindestens 26 mm Alle Ethernet- und RS232-C- einzuhalten. Kabel eignen sich für die • Bringen Sie die SonicWALL gerade im Rack an, um mögliche Verbindung von Geräten in Gefahren durch ungleiche mechanische Belastung zu Innenräumen. Schließen Sie vermeiden.
  • Page 36 Complies with EN 55022 Class A and CISPR22 Class A. Caution: Modifying this equipment or using this equipment for purposes not shown in this manual without the written consent of SonicWALL, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 37 SonicWALL EFT DRAFT Canadian Radio Frequency Emissions Statement This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à toutes la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CISPR 22 (EN 55022) Class A Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

  • Page 38: Copyright Notice

    Specifications and descriptions subject to change without notice. Trademarks SonicWALL is a registered trademark of SonicWALL, Inc. Microsoft Windows 98, Windows Vista, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Internet Explorer, and Active Directory are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
  • Page 39 SonicWALL EFT DRAFT Page 38 Trademarks...
  • Page 40 EFT DRAFT SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 39...
  • Page 41 SonicWALL EFT DRAFT Notes Page 40 Notes...
  • Page 42 EFT DRAFT SonicWALL NSA E7500 Getting Started Guide Page 41...
  • Page 43 F +1 408.745.9300 PN: 232-001050-50 Rev 00 ©2007 SonicWALL, Inc. is a registered trademark of SonicWALL, Inc. Other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Specifications and descriptions subject to change without notice.

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