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Getting Started

Model MX3006

Internal Interface (LAN)

Connects to an internal network. Also connects to a 

computer for initial setup.

External Interface (WAN)

Connects to an external network. Supports static IP 

addresses, DHCP, or PPPoE.

Additional Network Interfaces

Connect to additional networks. The number of ports 

varies by model.

Serial Console Port

Used for optional terminal-based setup and recovery.

MX3006 – Reference Key

LCD Controller Module

Used for initial network configuration, 

restarting or shutting down the appliance 

and obtaining MFS version information.

Power Connection
Power Switch
USB Ports

A

A

E

F

G

H

B

C

D

B

C

D

G

F

E

H

IBM Proventia

®

 Network Multi-Function Security

Welcome

This card will help you set up the Proventia Network MFS.

Note:

 

If you are installing the Proventia Network MFS with an IBM Smart Cube, 

please install the Proventia Network MFS first and then install the Smart Cube 

system.  For further information refer to the IBM Smart Business User's Guide.

Requirements

• Computer with Internet Explorer and an Internet connection

• Red Ethernet crossover cable included with the appliance

Connect to the Setup Utility

1.

 Make sure the appliance is turned off.

2.

 Connect the Ethernet cable, red crossover cable, and 

  power cord as shown in the “Troubleshooting My 

  Connection” diagram.

 

The Proventia Network MFS needs Internet connectivity to download the

  latest security and firmware updates.

3.

 Turn on the Proventia Network MFS and wait until it fully 

  boots. Models with LCD screens will show “ISS Proventia” 

  when the appliance is fully booted. 

4.

 Open Internet Explorer and go to https://192.168.200.1:8001. 

  If the setup utility does not start, see "Troubleshooting 

  My Connection."

5.

 Click “Yes” when the security alert window appears.

6.

 Type admin for the username and admin for the password, 

  and click “Next.” The Proventia Setup Assistant starts.

7.

 Follow the prompts in the setup utility to configure the 

  Proventia Network MFS.

The last step in the setup utility provides a printable checklist of 

additional settings you may still need to configure.

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