Diagnostic Code Display

If the ETEP is discarding traffic, check the system log for temperature warning notices to confirm that a temperature error occurred. Reboot the ETEP to resume normal operation.

Diagnostic Code Display

ETEPs display self-test codes during boot up, in addition to operational status and error conditions. See the following sections for information about your appliance model:

“Status Codes: ET0010A” on page 63

“Diagnostic Codes: ET0100A and ET1000A” on page 64

Status Codes: ET0010A

The ET0010A status LEDs display self-test codes during boot up. After the ET0010A boots, the status LEDs reflect the operational state of the appliance.

When the appliance powers up, the Alarm LED illuminates briefly and the four status LEDs illuminate to verify that they are functioning. As the ET0010A cycles through its self-tests the status LEDs indicate the self-test that is in progress (see Table 25). After the tests execute successfully, the status LEDs turn off.

If the ET0010A fails to boot properly the illuminated status LEDs indicate the number of the last test that completed successfully, and a message describing the failure is displayed on the terminal. In addition, the Alarm light illuminates if any of the first four self-tests fail (status LEDs 1, 2, 1&2, or 3). In the event of a failure, make a note of the status code and of the error message on the console, and then contact Black Box customer support.

Table 25

ET0010A Self-Tests

 

 

 

 

Status LEDs Illuminated

 

Description

1, 2, 3, 4

 

 

LED display test.

1

 

 

Bootflash CRC test.

2

 

 

DRAM test #1.

1, 2

 

 

Initialize IO devices. DRAM test #2.

3

 

 

Initialize compact flash.

1,3

 

 

Complete bootloader initialization.

2,3

 

 

Download operating system.

1, 2, 3

 

 

Start operating system, IPSec dataplane code, and management

 

 

 

and control software.

All status LEDs off

 

Up and operational.

 

 

 

 

After the ET0010A boots up, the status LEDs reflect the operational state of the appliance.

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Table 26 ET0010A Operational Codes

Code

Description

All status LEDs off

Up and operational.

2, 3, 4

The ET0010A is in a shutdown state.

 

 

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EncrypTight Enforcement Point (ETEP) Installation Guide specifications

The Black Box EncrypTight Enforcement Point (ETEP) is a robust solution designed to enhance data security by ensuring that sensitive information is securely transmitted and stored. This article provides a comprehensive installation guide that highlights the main features, technologies, and characteristics of ETEP.

The EncrypTight ETEP operates by providing a secure gateway between different networks. It employs advanced encryption algorithms to safeguard data from potential threats, ensuring that unauthorized access is thwarted. A core feature of the ETEP is its ability to support a range of encryption standards, including AES, RSA, and ECC, thus allowing organizations to choose the most suitable protocols for their specific needs.

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