SonicWALL Email Security Appliances EMAIL SECURITY ES 4300 Getting Started Guide
SonicWALL ESA 4300 Getting Started Guide This Getting Started Guide provides instructions for basic installation and configuration of the SonicWALL Email Security 4300 appliance into an existing or new network. SonicWALL ESA 4300 provides effective, high-performance, and easy-to-use inbound and outbound email threat protection. Ideal for any size business, this self-running, self-updating appliance delivers powerful protection.
Overview of the SonicWALL ESA 4300 The graphic below is an overview of the Front and Rear panels of the SonicWALL ESA 4300 appliance.
Pre-Configuration Tasks 1 In this Section: This chapter provides pre-configuration information. Review this section before setting up your SonicWALL ESA 4300.
Checking ESA 4300 Package Contents Any Items Missing? If any items are missing from your package, please contact SonicWALL support. Before setting up your SonicWALL ESA, verify that your package contains the following parts: • • • • • • A listing of the most current support documents are available online at:
What You Need to Begin Obtaining Configuration Information To configure a SonicWALL ESA 4300, you must have a computer that meets or exceeds the following requirements: Record the following configuration information to configure your SonicWALL ESA 4300: • • Networking Information • An Internet connection A computer to use as a management station for initial configuration of SonicWALL Email Security software A Web browser supporting Java Script and HTTP uploads.
LDAP Server IP __________________ Record the IP address or hostname of your directory services server, such as LDAP or Microsoft Active Directory. General Information Server Name: __________________ Password: __________________ Serial Number: __________________ Registration Code: __________________ Select a friendly name for your SonicWALL ESA 4300 (maximum 32 characters). Select a password for your SonicWALL ESA 4300 (default is password).
Setting Up the SonicWALL 2 In this Section: This chapter contains instructions for connecting and registering your SonicWALL ESA 4300 appliance. • • • Registering Your SonicWALL ESA 4300 Appliance - page 6 Connecting the SonicWALL ESA 4300 Appliance to Your Network - page 9 Activating Your SonicWALL ESA 4300 Appliance - page 10 Note: Registration is an important part of the setup process and is necessary to receive the benefits of SonicWALL security services, firmware updates, and technical support.
Registering Your SonicWALL ESA 4300 Appliance 5. The SonicWALL SonicWALL ESA 4300 appliance must be registered with the firmware license key before first use. Perform the following steps to register your SonicWALL appliance: 6. 1. 2. 3. 4. Supply power to your appliance by connecting the power cord into the back of the SonicWALL ESA 4300 and the other end into an appropriate power outlet. Turn on the power switch of the appliance.
Logging Into the Web Management Interface 2. The SonicWALL Email Security appliance comes preconfigured with an IP address of 192.168.168.169. Set the administration computer to have a static IP address on the 192.168.168.168.0/24 subnet. 3. To configure a static IP address on your computer, refer to Configuring a Static IP Address section, on page 18. Configuring Local Time Zone Settings 1. Connect the Ethernet cable from the LAN (eth 1) port on the SonicWALL to the Ethernet port of the computer.
Configure the following fields: 3. Field Description System date and time Select the date (year, month, day) and time (hours:minutes) in 24-hour format. Available Time Zones Select your local time zone. Automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time Select the checkbox if you would like to enable this feature. Click Submit to save changes. Your SonicWALL ESA 4300 appliance is now set to your local time. The Web management interface may log you out after the time is set.
Configuring Default Gateway Address Configure the static IP address before configuring the default gateway address settings to register and use your SonicWALL ESA 4300 appliance. Default Gateway: ______.______.______.______ 1. 2. 3. Navigate to Network > Settings in the left navigation menu. Click the Configure icon in the Network Routes table. Enter the IP address of your gateway device and click OK. 4. Click Accept at the top of the screen to save your settings.
Your SonicWALL Email Security Appliance will perform better if you follow proper shutdown procedures. To shut down your appliance, use the web interface, or press the power button on the front of the appliance once. Holding down the power button or unplugging your appliance does not give it time to write all the data from volatile memory in to stable memory, and you may lose settings or data.
Preparing for First Use 3 In this Section: This section provides instructions to configure your SonicWALL ESA 4300 appliance for first time use.
Initial Configuration Settings The first time you log in to the SonicWALL Email Security appliance, you are directed to the system configuration page. Configure your settings as follows: Hostname and Networking Hostname Enter a hostname you can use within your network to address the SonicWALL Email Security appliance. Enter a fully qualified domain name. For example, emailsecurity.example.
Date and Time System Date and Time Select the current year, month, day, hour, and minute. Current Time Zone Displays the currently configured time zone. Available Time Zones Select the time zone for your area. Automatically Adjust for Daylight Savings Time Select this if your area observes Daylight Saving Time. Select the proper time zone to ensure optimal network performance of your SonicWALL Email Security appliance. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
The SonicWALL Email Security Interface This section describes the SonicWALL ESA 4300 administrator’s interface.For a detailed SonicWALL Email Security user interface overview, refer to the SonicWALL Email Security Administrator’s Guide.
Changing the Default Administrator Password To protect your appliance, change the password from its default. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Log in to the SonicWALL Email Security appliance using the IP address you entered in Hostname and Networking page 12. Enter a new management password. Navigate to the System > Administration page. Enter it again in the Confirm Password field. Click Apply Changes.
4. 5. 6. For Inbound SMTP setup, select one of the following: • Allow SMTP recipient addresses to all domains on inbound path or... This option does not restrict incoming email to any domain. • Only allow SMTP recipient addresses to these domains on inbound path This option allows you to specify the domains to which incoming email will be delivered. In the text box, type the allowed domains one per line.
13. Under Junk Box Summary, select Send daily summaries to receive daily summary messages about junk mail caught by SonicWALL Email Security,. 14. To allow users to preview their junk mail messages without unjunking them, select Users can preview their own quarantined junk mail. Summaries will contain a preview link for each junk email. 15. Type the URL where users can view their email junk boxes in the URL for user view field. Click Test this Link to verify connectivity. 16.
Configuring a Static IP Address Complete the following section based on your operating system in order to configure your management computer with a static IP address: Windows XP 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. From the Start menu, highlight Connect To and then select Show All Connections. Open the Local Area Connection Properties window. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) to open the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. Select Use the following IP address and type 192.168.168.50 in the IP address field.
Support and Training Options 4 In this Section: This chapter provides an overview of customer support and training options for the SonicWALL ESA 4300.
Customer Support Knowledge Base SonicWALL offers Web-based and telephone support to customers who have a valid Warranty or who purchased a Support Contract. Please review our Warranty Support Policy for product coverage. SonicWALL also offers a full range of consulting services to meet your needs, from our innovative implementation services to traditional statement of work-based services.
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Training SonicWALL offers an extensive sales and technical training curriculum for Network Administrators, Security Experts and SonicWALL Medallion Partners who need to enhance their knowledge and maximize their investment in SonicWALL Products and Security Applications. SonicWALL Training provides the following resources for its customers: • • • • • E-Training Instructor-Led Training Custom Training Technical Certification Authorized Training Partners For further information, visit:
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Safety and Regulatory Information 5 In this Section: This chapter provides regulatory, trademark, and copyright information.
Mounting the SonicWALL ESA 4300 When mounting your SonicWALL ESA 4300: • • • • • • • • • • • Use the mounting hardware recommended by the rack manufacturer and ensure that the rack is adequate for the application. Four mounting screws, compatible with the rack design, must be used and hand tightened to ensure secure installation. Choose a mounting location where all four mounting holes line up with those of the mounting bars of the 19-inch, rack mount cabinet.
Safety and Regulatory Information Regulatory Model/Type 1RK24-07D Product Name SonicWALL ESA 4300 Unauthorized Ports Do not plug devices into any ports (other than those indicated) unless explicitly instructed to do so by a SonicWALL technical support representative; doing so may void your warranty.
FCC Part 15 Class A Notice This equipment was tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
CISPR 22 (EN 55022) Class A Complies with EN 55022 Class A and CISPR22 Class A. This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Cable Connections Copyright Notice All Ethernet and RS232 (Console) cables are designed for intra-building connection to other equipment. Do not connect these ports directly to communication wiring or other wiring that exits the building where the SonicWALL is located. © 2010 SonicWALL, Inc. Regulatory and Safety Instructions in German Hinweis zur Lithiumbatterie Die in der Internet Security Appliance von SonicWALL verwendete Lithiumbatterie darf nicht vom Benutzer ausgetauscht werden.
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