User guide

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CHAPTER 3 Getting Started
The WatchGuard Firebox System acts as a barrier between your networks
and the public Internet, protecting them from security threats. This
chapter explains how to install the WatchGuard Firebox System into your
network. You must complete the following steps in the installation
process:
• Gathering network information
• Selecting a firewall configuration model
• Setting up the Management Station
• Cabling the Firebox
• Running the QuickSetup Wizard
• Deploying the Firebox into your network
For a quick summary of this information, see the WatchGuard Firebox
QuickStart Guide included with your Firebox.
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This chapter is intended for new WatchGuard Firebox System installations
only. If you have an existing configuration, open it with Policy Manager.
You will be prompted to convert to the new version.