Display the operational statistics of each functional module of the firewall. The output is too much and omitted here.

<Sysname> display diagnostic-information

Save or display diagnostic information (Y=save, N=display)? [Y/N]:n

=================================================================

===============running CPU usage information===============

=================================================================

===== Current CPU usage info =====

CPU Usage Stat. Cycle:

25 (Second)

CPU Usage

:

10%

CPU Usage Stat. Time

:

2011-07-08 15:50:48

CPU Usage Stat. Tick

: 0xf(CPU Tick High) 0xaf1d7cba(CPU Tick Low)

Actual Stat. Cycle

: 0x0(CPU Tick High) 0x665cbd2a(CPU Tick Low)

Omitted

 

 

Saving the running configuration of the firewall

You can save the running configuration of the firewall in one of the following modes:

Fast saving: Executing the save command without the safely keyword. This mode saves the file more quickly but is likely to lose the existing configuration file if the device reboots or the power fails during the process. The fast saving mode is suitable for environments where the power supply is stable.

Safe saving: Executing the save command with the safely keyword. The mode saves the file more slowly but can retain the configuration file in the device even if the device reboots or the power fails during the process. The safe saving mode is preferred in environments where a stable power supply is unavailable or remote maintenance is involved.

Follow these steps to save the current configuration of the firewall:

To do…

Use the command…

Remarks

Save the current configuration to the

specified file, but the configuration file will save file-urlnot be set as the file for the next startup

Save the current configuration to the root directory of the storage medium and

specify the file as the startup configuration save [ safely ] file that will be used at the next system

startup

Use either command Available in any view

NOTE:

The configuration file must be with extension .cfg.

During the execution of the save command, the startup configuration file to be used at the next system startup may be lost if the device reboots or the power supply fails. In this case, the device will boot with the factory defaults, and after the device reboots, you need to re-specify a startup configuration file for the next system startup.

Rebooting the firewall

To reboot a firewall, use one of the following methods:

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Firewall specifications

HP Firewall, often positioned as a key component in enterprise network security, is designed to protect sensitive data and maintain secure communications across various environments. The primary role of a firewall is to monitor incoming and outgoing network traffic and make decisions based on a set of security rules. HP Firewalls utilize a combination of hardware and software to create a robust security framework that helps organizations manage their network perimeter effectively.

One of the main features of HP Firewall is its advanced security protocols that provide deep packet inspection. This technology scrutinizes packet contents beyond the header information, analyzing data flows for signs of malicious activity. By employing Stateful Inspection, HP Firewalls maintain a state table that logs active connections, allowing the firewall to evaluate packets in the context of established sessions. This helps optimize resource usage while delivering high-performance security.

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In summary, HP Firewalls deliver advanced security features, scalability, and seamless integration within the HP security ecosystem. Their emphasis on deep packet inspection, real-time monitoring, and user identity management make them a powerful asset in the defense against cyber threats, ensuring that organizations can protect their critical data and maintain the integrity of their network environments.