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2 SonicWALL Installation
This chapter describes the procedure used to install your SonicWALL and perform the initial
configuration.
Inspecting the Package
The following items should be included in the package:
• One SonicWALL Internet security appliance
• One power supply (not included with International SonicWALL PRO 200 or PRO 300)
• One Category 5 Ethernet crossover cable (labeled "Crossover")
• One Category 5 Ethernet standard cable
• One SonicWALL Quickstart Guide
• One Companion CD
• One SonicWALL Internet Security Appliance User's Guide
If an item is missing from the package, you can contact SonicWALL, Inc. by phone at
[phone] or submit a Web Support Form at <http://techsupport.sonicwall.com/
swtech.html>.
Overview
Here are a few helpful guidelines for installing the SonicWALL appliance.
•The WAN Ethernet port should be connected to the Internet router or modem.
•The LAN Ethernet port should be connected to a network hub or switch on the internal,
protected network.
•The DMZ Ethernet port, included with the SonicWALL PRO 100, the SonicWALL PRO
200 and the SonicWALL PRO 300, should be connected to publicly accessible servers,
such as Web and Mail servers.
• A crossover cable should be used when connecting the SonicWALL directly to another
machine or router.
• A standard Ethernet cable should be used when connecting the SonicWALL to a
network hub, switch, or modem.
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