3Install the power cord from the Firebox AC receptacle to a power source.

4When prompted to do so during the QuickSetup wizard (described in “Running the QuickSetup Wizard” on page 11), select Use Serial Cable to Assign IP Address as the configuration access method.

Initializing a Firebox using a modem

The following are required when using a modem:

•Management Station running Firebox System 4.6 or later and equipped with a modem, Dial-Up Networking software, and a working telephone line.

•Any Firebox III model, equipped with an external modem, a modem cable, and a working telephone line.

1Use the blue null serial cable and adaptors included with the Firebox to connect the Firebox CONSOLE port and external serial port in a loopback configuration.

2Turn the power on the Firebox off, then on. Confirm that the SysB

light is lit.

The Firebox is now ready to accept the out-of-band connection.

Initializing a Firebox using remote provisioning

Use remote provisioning to initialize a Firebox in the case where a router sits between the Management Station and the Firebox network connection. Because of the flexibility of being able to initialize a Firebox from virtually any location on a network, remote provisioning is a very versatile option. However, it has the following restrictions:

•During provisioning, the Firebox and the router should be the only devices on the network.

•You must be able to flush the local router’s ARP tables, preferably by rebooting the router.

•The Firebox must be initialized with Firebox System 4.6 or later.

Make sure the following conditions exist prior to using remote provisioning:

•The Firebox is attached as the only device behind a working router.

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500, 700, 4500, 2500, 1000 specifications

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