User guide

Chapter 2: Installation
12 WatchGuard Firebox SOHO 6
Before you Begin
Before you install the SOHO 6, you must have the following:
• A computer with a 10/100BaseT Ethernet I/O card installed
and a Web browser, such as Netscape or Internet Explorer.
• A functional Internet connection–this connection must be a
cable or DSL modem with a 10/100BaseT port, an ISDN router,
or a direct LAN connection. If the Internet connection is not
functional, call your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
• Two straight-through Ethernet network cables with RJ45
connectors. Crossover cables, which are often red or orange in
color, are not satisfactory. The SOHO 6 package includes one
cable–a second cable may have been supplied with your
modem; if not, you will need to purchase a second cable. Make
sure that the cables are of sufficient length to connect the
modem or router to the SOHO 6 and the SOHO 6 to your
computer.
• The method of network address assignment used by your ISP.
The possible methods are static addressing, DHCP, or PPPoE.
Call your ISP to determine the method used, if necessary.
• The SOHO 6 serial number–found on the bottom of the
appliance.
Examining and recording the current TCP/IP
settings
Examine the current TCP/IP settings of your computer, and record
the settings in the table “TCP/IP Settings” on page 14. Follow the
instructions for the operating system that is installed on your
computer.