IBM Security Network Intrusion Prevention System Getting
Started Instructions for GX7000 Series Appliances
This document helps you do the following tasks:
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Connect the appliance
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Configure network settings
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Connect to IPS Local Management Interface
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Install the product license
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Update the appliance
After you finish these tasks:
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Use the applicable IBM
®
Security Network Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Installation Guide to
install specific firmware versions
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Use the applicable IBM Security Network Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Appliance User Guide or
Help system to
– Set up appliance management
– Configure your security policies, including specifying events and responses
– Create firewall rules to protect your network
– Track alerts
– Monitor important system information
Reference Key
GX7000 Series appliance forms may vary from the image below depending on the model.
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A
:
LCD Controller Module
- used for initial network configuration, restarting or shutting down the
appliance, and obtaining IPS version information. Also used to view the serial number of the
appliance, if desired.
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B
:
Management Ports -
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