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TippingPoint 110/330 Overview
Software Specifications
To run the TippingPoint Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), you must use one of the following:
•
A network-connected PC that supports Internet Explorer 7.
x
or higher or Mozilla Firefox 3.
x
or higher.
•
TippingPoint Security Management System (SMS) Software, Version 3.6 and above.
Hardware Installation and Configuration
Prior to installation, you should also obtain the
TippingPoint Command Line Interface Reference
. After
installation of the components, you will need to run through the TippingPoint Setup Wizard as part of the
installation and configuration procedures.
This chapter includes the following sections:
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Install the Chassis
The TippingPoint 110/330 comes with a pair of rack mount ears that enable you to attach the device to a
rack. Attach the ears to the side of the unit with the provided screws.
When you install the chassis in the rack, ensure that the vents on the side and rear of the unit are clear to
enable sufficient air circulation. The unit draws cool air in through the side vents by the rack mount ears.
Connect cables
This section describes the steps for connecting cables to the TippingPoint 110/330.
Console Connection
The initial configuration for the TippingPoint 110/330 is performed using the command line interface (CLI)
on a serial terminal client.
1.
Connect one end of the supplied serial cable to the Console port located on the front panel. The default
settings are:
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Baud rate
: 115200
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Character size
: 8 bits
•
Parity
: None
•
Stop Bits
: 1
•
Flow Control
: None
2.
Connect the other end of the cable to the terminal.
Management Port Connection
Use the 10/100/1000 management port to access the TippingPoint 110/330 CLI or LSM from another
computer on your network.
1.
Connect one end of a Category 5e Ethernet cable to the MGMT port located on the front panel.
2.
Connect the other end of the cable to an Ethernet port connected to your network.
Segment/Port Connections
The TippingPoint 110/330 has four segments comprising two ports each.
1.
Attach the Category 5e cable for incoming traffic to the A port on the segment.
2.
Attach the Category 5e cable for outgoing traffic to the B port on the segment.
3.
Connect the cables to the appropriate ports on your network router.
