User guide

Cabling the Firebox
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more information on the WebBlocker databasem see Chapter 16,
“Controlling Web Site Access.”
Software encryption levels
The Management software is available in three encryption levels.
Base
Uses 40-bit encryption
Medium
Uses 56-bit DES encryption
Strong
Uses 128-bit 3DES encryption
The IPSec standard requires at least a 56-bit encryption. If you want to use
virtual private networking with IPSec, you must download the medium
or strong encryption software.
High encryption software is governed by strict export restrictions and
may not be available for download. For more information, see the online
support resources at:
https://support.watchguard.com/advancedfaqs/bovpn_ipsecgrey.asp
Cabling the Firebox
Cable the Firebox to the Management Station using a serial cable or over
a network using TCP/IP. The recommended way is using a serial
cable.
Using a serial cable
Refer to the Firebox Rear Panel and Cabling for Provisioning images on
the next page when cabling the Firebox.
• Use the blue serial cable to connect the Firebox Serial Port
(CONSOLE) to the Management Station COM port.
• Use the red crossover cable to connect the Firebox Trusted interface to
the Management Station Ethernet port.