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CHAPTER 6 Using the WatchGuard
Control Center
The WatchGuard Control Center combines access to WatchGuard Firebox
System applications and tools in one intuitive interface. Control Center
also displays a real-time monitor of traffic through the firewall,
connection status, tunnel status, and recent log activity.
Starting Control Center and Connecting to a Firebox
From the Windows Desktop:
1 Select Start => Programs => WatchGuard => Control Center.
2 If you have not yet configured your Firebox, click QuickSetup to start
the QuickSetup Wizard, as explained in the QuickStart Guide included
with your Firebox. Otherwise, click Continue.
The Connect to Firebox dialog box appears. You can connect to a Firebox at this
point, or you can cancel the Connect to Firebox dialog box and connect to a
Firebox later.
3 Use the Firebox drop list to select a Firebox.
You can also type the IP address or DNS name of the Firebox. When typing IP
addresses, type the digits and periods in sequence. Do not use the TAB or arrow key
to jump past the periods. For more information on entering IP addresses, see
“Entering IP addresses” on page 38.
4 Enter the Firebox status (read-only) passphrase.