SonicWALL TZ 180 Getting Started Guide Thank you for your purchase of the SonicWALL TZ 180, the ultimate security platform for home and small office deployments. With integrated support for SonicWALL's Gateway Anti-Virus, the SonicWALL TZ 180 delivers powerful, yet easy-to-use protection against hackers and viruses.
Completing Pre-Configuration Tasks In this Section This section provides pre-configuration information. It is necessary to review this section before setting up your SonicWALL TZ 180. • System Requirements section, on page 4 • Check Package Contents section, on page 5 •...
LAN interface set to obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP addressing enabled) Note: In order to connect to the SonicWALL TZ 180, your computer must be set to obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP. For more information on configuring DHCP on your computer, turn to Appendix A: Configuring DHCP IP Addressing section, on page 25.
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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).
IP Address: Static broadband, Subnet Mask: Cable or DSL with Default Gateway a static IP (Router IP Address): Primary DNS: Secondary DNS (optional): Dial-in to a server PPTP Server Address: User Name: Password: SonicWALL TZ 180 Getting Started Guide Page 7...
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Page 8 Obtain Internet Service Provider (ISP) Information...
SonicWALL TZ 180. • Registering with MySonicWALL.com section, on page 10 Note: Product registration is an important part of the setup process, allowing you to enable product support, firmware updates and other key features. SonicWALL TZ 180 Getting Started Guide Page 9...
If you do not yet have a mysonicwall.com account, point your Web browser to <http://www.mysonicwall.com/> to register before continuing. Locate and record your SonicWALL TZ 180 Serial Number and Authentication Code. This information is printed on the bottom panel of your SonicWALL TZ 180.
Connect WAN Port to the Internet section, on page 13 • Connect your Computer to the LAN (1) Port section, on page 13 • Verify WAN / LAN Connection section, on page 14 SonicWALL TZ 180 Getting Started Guide Page 11...
Apply Power Connect the AC plug to the power supply. Plug one end of the power supply to the back of the SonicWALL TZ 180. Connect the AC plug to an appropriate power outlet. Power To AC power To SonicWALL TZ 180...
Connect WAN Port to the Internet Using a standard network cable, connect the WAN port of the SonicWALL TZ 180 to your gateway device (usually your cable/DSL modem or T1 router). Console Power SonicWALL TZ 180 Internet Router / Modem...
Verify WAN / LAN Connection Once the cables are correctly connected, the WAN and LAN (1) lights on the front panel of your SonicWALL TZ 180 illuminate as illustrated below: Link/ACT (WAN / LAN 1) - A solid light Indicates a network connection is present between the SonicWALL TZ 180 and another network appliance.
Running the Setup Wizard In this Section This section provides instructions to log in and configure your SonicWALL TZ 180 using the SonicWALL Setup Wizard. • Log into the SonicWALL TZ 180 section, on page 16 • SonicWALL TZ 180 Setup Wizard section, on page 18 •...
180 Web management interface. Choose to accept the certificates in order to log into the appliance. Log into the SonicWALL TZ 180 using “admin” as the user name and “password” as the password. The Setup Wizard screen displays. If you are having trouble getting the Login screen or Setup Wizard to appear, see page 17 for additional troubleshooting information.
Do you have the Ethernet cable connected between your computer and the LAN (1) port on your SonicWALL TZ 180? • Do you need to add the SonicWALL TZ 180 to your list of trusted sites? Use the default IP address (192.168.168.168) for this purpose. •...
SonicWALL TZ 180 Setup Wizard If the Setup Wizard does not display upon initial login to the SonicWALL TZ 180 management interface, click the Wizards button in the left-hand navigation panel of the interface. Select the Setup Wizard radio button and click the Next button to continue.
Using your new username and password, log into the appliance. The System > Security Dashboard page (shown below) displays. You have correctly configured the SonicWALL TZ 180 to work with the computer on your LAN. Complete the next section to verify WAN (Internet) connectivity.
Using a computer connected to the LAN (1) port, launch a new Web browser. Navigate to an Internet Web site such as <http://www.sonicwall.com>. If the Web site displays, your SonicWALL TZ 180 is configured correctly as your gateway device. SonicWALL TZ 180...
Connecting to Your Network In this Section This section provides SonicWALL TZ 180 basic network connectivity verification and examples. • Connect and Configure Your Network section, on page 22 • SonicWALL TZ 180 Front Panel section, on page 23 •...
TZ 180 Internet Local Clients Your SonicWALL TZ 180 is equipped with a DHCP server. If you enabled this feature in the Setup Wizard, your DHCP-enabled network clients are automatically provisioned by the SonicWALL. Setting up your network is as simple as: Setting your clients to obtain their IP address automatically.
Power LED Indicates the SonicWALL TZ 180 is powered on. Test LED Solid: Indicates that the SonicWALL TZ 180 is in test mode. Blinking: The unit is booting up, or restarting. This can also indicate that the unit is in safe mode.
SonicWALL TZ 180 and the devices on your network. These ports can be connected directly to a computer, or to a network switch or hub. Reset Button Provides the capability to reboot your SonicWALL TZ 180 to a special diagnostic “safe mode”. Power Provides a power connection using the supplied AC adaptor.
From the Start menu, highlight Settings and then select Control Panel. Open Network. Double-click TCP/IP in the TCP/IP Properties window. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Click OK, and then click OK again. Restart the computer for the changes to take effect. SonicWALL TZ 180 Getting Started Guide Page 25...
Lithium Battery Warning Mount in a location away from direct • The Lithium Battery used in the SonicWALL sunlight and sources of heat. A maximum security appliance may not be replaced by the ambient temperature of 104º F (40º C) is user.
Stellen Sie sicher, dass die Luft um das • Innenräumen. Schließen Sie an die Anschlüsse Gerät herum zirkulieren kann und die der SonicWALL keine Kabel an, die aus dem Lüftungsschlitze an der Seite des Gebäude herausgeführt werden, in dem sich Gehäuses frei sind. Hier ist ein das Gerät befindet.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the receiver connection. • Consult SonicWALL for assistance. Complies with EN55022 Class B and CISPR22 Class B. *Refer to the label on the bottom of the unit for device information including Class A or Class B FCC information.
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All products with country code “” (blank) and “A” are made in the USA. All products with country code “B” are made in China. All products with country code "C" or "D" are made in Taiwan R.O.C. SonicWALL TZ 180 Getting Started Guide Page 29...
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