User guide

Installing the management station software
12 WatchGuard System Manager
Installation requirements
Before you install WatchGuard System Manager, make sure that you have these items:
• WatchGuard Firebox security device
• WatchGuard System Manager CD-ROM
• A serial cable (blue)
• Three crossover Ethernet cables (red)
• Three straight Ethernet cables (green)
•Power cable
• LiveSecurity service license key
It is also good to restart your Firebox before you start the upgrade procedure. This clears the RAM compo-
nent and helps to prevent problems during the upgrade.
Software encryption
The management station software is available with three types of encryption.
Base
Uses 40-bit encryption
Medium
Uses 56-bit DES encryption
Strong
Uses 128-bit 3DES encryption
A minimum of 56-bit encryption is necessary for the IPSec standard. To use virtual private networking
with IPSec or PPTP, you must download the strong encryption software.
Strong export limits apply to the strong encryption software. It is possible that it is not available for
download. For more information, log in to the LiveSecurity Service and refer to the online resources at:
https://www.watchguard.com/support/AdvancedFaqs/bovpn_ipsecgrey.asp
Saving Your WFS Configuration
Before you upgrade to WatchGuard System Manager v8.0, save your current configuration file and appli-
ance software image.