SonicWALL TZ 170 SP User manual

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SonicWALL TZ 170 SP

Getting Started Guide

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Getting Started Guide Page 1

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Security Appliance

Getting Started Guide

The SonicWALL®TZ 170 SP security appliance is a total security platform that ensures

continuous network uptime for critical, secure data connectivity through integrated and

automated fail-over and fail-back. The SonicWALL TZ 170 SP delivers enterprise-class

layered security by integrating broadband to analog WAN redundancy, gateway anti-

virus, intrusion prevention and content filtering capabilities in an easy-to-use, low cost

platform.

This Getting Started Guide provides instructions for basic installation and configuration of

the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP. After you complete this guide, up to 10, 25, or an unlimited

number of computers, depending on your license, on your network will have secure

Internet access.

Note: For complete documentation, refer to the SonicOS Standard Administrator’s

Guide on the SonicWALL Resource CD or at:

<http://www.sonicwall.com/support/documentation.html>.

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Configuration Steps

Before You Begin page 2

Applying Power to the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP page 6

Connecting the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP page 6

Accessing the Management Interface page 8

Using the SonicWALL Setup Wizard page 10

Testing Your Connection page 16

Registering Your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP page 17

Activating SonicWALL Security Services page 20

Connecting Computers to Your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP page 23

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Before You Begin

Check Package Contents Any Items Missing?

If any items are missing from your package,

contact:

SonicWALL Support

Web: <http://www.sonicwall.com/support/>

1. One SonicWALL TZ 170 SP

security appliance

2. One Getting Started Guide

3. One Release Note

4. One straight-through Ethernet cable

5. One RJ45 CLI cable*

6. One 5 Volt DC power supply

7. One power cord**

8. One mounting kit (not pictured)

9. One SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Resource CD

*The RJ45 CLI cable is only included with the purchase of a SonicWALL TZ 170 SP with

SonicOS Enhanced.)

**A power cord is included only with units shipped to North America.

** Das eingeschlossene Netzkabel ist für Gebrauch in Nordamerikas nur vorgehabt.

Für Europaïsche Union (EU) Kunden, ist ein Netzkabel nicht eingeschlossen.

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Getting Started Guide Page 3

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Front and Back Panels Overview

Console Port

LAN Ports 1-5

WAN Port Power

Optional Port

Modem Port

Power Light

Optional Zone

LAN

Test Light

WAN

Modem

Front Panel Feature Description

Power Light Indicates the SonicWALL TZ 170 Series appliance is powered on.

LAN: Link, Activity Indicates a LAN link (green), or LAN activity (blinking) on the specified port.

Optional Zone Indicates a link (green), or LAN activity (blinking) on the opt port.

WAN Indicates a link (green), or LAN activity (blinking) on the WAN port.

Modem Indicates a link (green), or LAN activity (blinking) on the modem port.

Test Light Indicates the SonicWALL TZ 170 Series appliance is in test mode.

Rear Panel Feature

Console Port Provides access to command-line interface (only for use with

SonicOS Enhanced).

Modem Port Provides a primary or failover WAN connection using a modem.

WAN Port Provides a primary (Ethernet) connection to the Internet (WAN).

Optional Port Provides and optional configurable port.

LAN Ports 1-5 Provide multiple connections to your LAN.

Power Provides power connection using the supplied power cord and

power supply.

Page 4

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Getting Started Guide Page 5

Collecting Internet Service Provider (ISP) Information

Collect the following information about your Internet service:

If you connect via You probably use Please record

Cable modem,

DSL with a router

DHCP No Internet connection information usually required.*

*Some service providers require a host name. Check

with your ISP.

Host Name:

Home DSL PPPoE User Name:

Password:

Note: Your ISP may require your user name in the

format: name@ISP.com

T1,

Static broadband,

Cable or DSL with

a static IP

Static IP IP Address:

Subnet Mask:

Default Gateway

(Router IP Address):

Primary DNS:

Secondary DNS (optional):

Dial in to a server PPTP Server Address:

User Name:

Password:

Note: If you are not using one of the network configurations above, refer to the

SonicOS Standard Administrator’s Guide.

Other Information

Use the following default login information to access the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.

(these settings can be changed at your first login):

User Name: admin

Password: (Default: password)

What You Need to Begin

• A computer to use as a management station for initial configuration of the

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP

• An Internet connection

• A Web browser supporting Java and HTTP uploads. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher,

Netscape Navigator 4.7 or higher, Mozilla 1.7 or higher, or Mozilla Firefox are

recommended

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Applying Power to the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP

Plug the power supply into the back of the SonicWALL security appliance and into an

appropriate power outlet.

Alert: Only use a SonicWALL-approved 5V, 2.4A power supply.

The Power LED on the front panel lights up green when you plug in the

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP. The Test LED light up and may blink while the appliance

performs a series of diagnostic tests. When the Test light is no longer lit, the SonicWALL

security appliance is ready for configuration.

If the Test LED remains lit after the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP has booted, restart the

SonicWALL security appliance.

For more trouble shooting information, refer to the SonicOS Standard Administrator’s

Guide.

Connecting the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP

Connecting the WAN Cable to the Internet

WAN

DSL or Cable

Modem

Internet

1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your Internet connection, such as a DSL

modem or cable modem.

This cable may already be connected between your computer and your modem. If

so, disconnect it from your computer, and leave it connected to the Internet.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the WAN port on the back of your

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.

The WAN LEDs on the front panel light up indicating an active connection.

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Getting Started Guide Page 7

Connecting the LAN Cable to Your Management Station

Management

Station

LAN port #1

1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the computer you are using to manage the

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to port # 1on the back of your SonicWALL TZ 170

SP.

The port # 1LEDs on the front panel light up indicating an active connection.

Connecting the Modem (Optional)

Modem

Phone Line

Internet

If you are using a modem for your primary Internet connection or as a failover for your

WAN connection, connect one end of a standard phone cable to your telephone line jack.

Connect the other end of the cable to the Modem port of the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.

The modem LED lights up indicating a connection.

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Accessing the Management Interface

The computer you use to manage the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP must be set up to accept a

dynamic IP address, or have an unused IP address in the 192.168.168.x/24 subnet,

such as 192.168.168.20. For instructions on configuring your IP address, see

“Configuring Computers for Your Network with DHCP” on page 23.

To access the Web-based management interface of the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP:

1. On the computer you have connected to port # 1, start your Web browser.

Alert: Disable pop-up blocking software or add the management IP address of your

SonicWALL (192.168.168.168 by default) to your popup blocker's allow list

before accessing the SonicWALL management interface.

Your Web browser must support Java and HTTP uploads. Current versions of

Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator, Mozilla, and Firefox are recommended.

2. Enter 192.168.168.168 (the default LAN management IP address) in the Location

or Address field.

3. The SonicWALL Setup Wizard launches and guides you through the configuration

and setup of your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.

SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Getting Started Guide Page 9

If the SonicWALL Setup Wizard Does Not Appear

If you cannot connect to the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP appliance or the Setup Wizard

does not display, verify the following configurations:

• Did you correctly enter the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP management IP address,

192.168.168.168, in your Web browser?

• Is your computer running pop-up blocking software?

• Are the Local Area Connection settings on your computer set to obtain an IP

address dynamically (DHCP) or set to a static IP of 192.168.168.20? See

“Configuring Computers for Your Network with DHCP” on page 23 for

instructions on changing your Local Area Connection settings.

• Do you have the Ethernet cable connected to your computer and to one of the

LAN ports (1through 5) on your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP?

• Some browsers may not launch the Setup Wizard automatically. In this case, log

into SonicWALL TZ 170 SP using “admin” as the user name and “password” as

the password. After you log in, click the Wizards button on the System > Status

page. Select Setup to begin configuring your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.

• Some popup blockers may prevent the launch of the setup wizard. You can

temporarily disable your popup blocker, or add the management IP address of

your SonicWALL (192.168.168.168 by default) to your popup blocker's allow list

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