8e6 Technologies TAR 1.0 Physically Connect the Unit to the Network, Bandwidth Management

Step 2: Physically Connect the Unit to the Network

After performing initial setup procedures for the Threat Analysis Reporter, the unit should be physically connected to the network. This step requires a standard CAT-5E cable to connect the unit to the network. An additional CAT-5E cable is required if the Ethernet Tap unit will be installed for bandwidth monitoring.

A.Plug one end of a standard CAT-5E cable into the Threat Analysis Reporter’s LAN 1 port, the port on the left.

Rear of the “S” and “MSA” chassis

Rear of the “H” chassis

B. Plug the other end of the CAT-5E cable into an open port on the network switch.

Bandwidth Management

If you choose to install the Ethernet Tap for bandwidth monitoring, you will need to con- nect it to the Threat Analysis Reporter at this point. Refer to Appendix A at the end of this document for instructions on how to connect the Ethernet Tap unit.

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