Installation manual
Chapter 5: Configuring the CopperJet
5.7.8.1 Configuring Triggers
A trigger allows an application to open a secondary port in order to transport packets. The
most common applications that require secondary ports are Messenger and NetMeeting.
Triggers are mandatory for these applications to work with NAT of other security options.
This section assumes that you have enabled Security and defined at least 1 security
interface.
To configure a trigger, go to the Policies, Triggers and Intrusion Detection section of the
Security Interface Configuration. Click on Security Trigger Configuration. The Security
Trigger Configuration page is displayed.
5.7.8.2 Adding Triggers
To add a trigger, click on the New Trigger link. The Security Add Trigger page is displayed.
A list of options is displayed for configuring the Trigger.
Transport Type: Select a transport type from the drop-down list, depending
on whether you are adding a trigger for a TCP or a UDP
application.
Port Number Start: Type the start of the trigger port range that the primary
session uses.
Port Number End: Type the end of the trigger port range that the primary
session uses.
Secondary Port Number Start: Type the start of the trigger port range that
the secondary session uses.
Secondary Port Number End: Type the end of the trigger port range that
the secondary session uses.
Allow Multiple Hosts: Select allow if you want a secondary session to be initiated
to/from different remote hosts. Select block if you want a
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