Configuring L2 Bridge Mode
This section provides instructions to configure the SonicWALL NSA E6500 appliance in tandem with an existing Internet gateway device. This section is relevant to users following deployment scenario C.
This section contains the following subsections:
•Connection Overview - page 39
•Configuring the Primary Bridge Interface - page 39
•Configuring the Secondary Bridge Interface - page 40
Connection Overview
Connect the X1 port on your SonicWALL NSA E6500 to the LAN port on your existing Internet gateway device. Then connect the X0 port on your SonicWALL to your LAN.
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Configuring the Primary Bridge Interface
The primary bridge interface is your existing Internet gateway device. The only step involved in setting up your primary bridge interface is to ensure that the WAN interface is configured for a static IP address. You will need this static IP address when configuring the secondary bridge.
Note: The primary bridge interface must have a static IP assignment.
