Checkpoint 5000 Series User manual

[Classification: Protected]
12 August 2021
INSTALLING AND
REPLACING LOMCARDS
IN CHECK POINT
APPLIANCES
5000, 6000, 7000, 15000, 23000

Check Point Copyright Notice
© 2021 Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.
All rights reserved. This product and related documentation are protected by copyright and distributed under
licensing restricting their use, copying, distribution, and decompilation. No part of this product or related
documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written authorization of Check
Point. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, Check Point assumes no
responsibility for errors or omissions. This publication and features described herein are subject to change
without notice.
RESTRICTED RIGHTS LEGEND:
Use, duplication, or disclosure by the government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)
(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 and FAR
52.227-19.
TRADEMARKS:
Refer to the Copyright page for a list of our trademarks.
Refer to the Third Party copyright notices for a list of relevant copyrights and third-party licenses.

Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |3
Important Information
Latest Software
We recommend that you install the most recent software release to stay up-to-date with the
latest functional improvements, stability fixes, security enhancements and protection against
new and evolving attacks.
Certifications
For third party independent certification of Check Point products, see the Check Point
Certifications page.
Latest Version of this Document in English
Download the latest version of this document in PDF format.
Feedback
Check Point is engaged in a continuous effort to improve its documentation.
Please help us by sending your comments.
Revision History
Date Description
12 August
2021
The new HTML5-based LOMCard is available for 6000 (excluding 6500 and 6800) and
7000 appliances
30 April 2020 Updated with 6400, 6700, and 7000 information
03 February
2020
First release of this document

Table of Contents
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |4
Table of Contents
Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances 5
Preparing the Appliance 5
Finding the LOMCard Socket 8
Removing the LOMCard 13
Installing the LOMCard 14
Initial Login to the LOMCard WebUI 16

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |5
Replacing a LOMCard in Security
Appliances
This document applies to these Check Point appliances:
n6000 and 7000 Appliances.
lThese appliances come with a LOMCard by default:
6200 Plus, 6200 Turbo, 6400 Plus, 6600 Plus, 6700 Plus, 6800, and 7000 Plus.
lIn these appliances, the LOMCard is an optional accessory:
6200 Base, 6400 Base, 6500, 6600 Base, 6700 Base, 6900 Base, and 7000 Base.
lThe new HTML5-based LOM card is available for 6000 (excluding 6500 and 6800) and 7000
appliances.
n5000 Appliances - By default, only the 5800 and 5900 Appliances come with a LOMCard.
In the 5100, 5200, 5400, and 5600 Appliances it is an optional accessory.
n15000 Appliances.
n23000 Appliances.
Important:
nRead the Health and Safety Information in the applicable Getting Started Guide:
6000 and 7000 Appliances Getting Started Guide
5000 Appliances Getting Started Guide
15000 and 23000 Appliances Getting Started Guide
nTo protect the appliance and LOMCard from electrostatic discharge, make sure
that you are grounded.
Preparing the Appliance
Before you start to install or remove the LOMCard, make sure that:
nThe appliance is shut down and you disconnect the power cables.
nThe appliance is in a clean environment and on a level surface.
nYou can physically access and open the cover of the appliance.
nYou have the Check Point LOMCard kit.
LOMCard Kit Contents
nFRU Installation Guide
nLOMCard
nScrewdriver
nESD grounding strap (anti-static)

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |6
To prepare the appliance:
1. Shut down the appliance from the WebUI, CLI, or by pressing and releasing the power switch quickly.
Note - Pressing and holding the power switch is not recommended as it results in
a forced and immediate shut down.
2. Remove the power cords from the appliance.
3. Remove the appliance from the rack and put it on a flat surface.
4. Put on the ESD strap and attach the other end:
nOn 5100, 5200, 5400, 5600, 5800, and 6500 appliances - To any unpainted point on the
appliance chassis.
nOn 5900, 6200, 6400, 6600, 6700, 6800, 6900, 7000, 15600, 23500, 23800, and 23900
appliances - To the ESD grounding plug on the rear panel of the appliance.
5. Remove the appliance top cover.
To remove the top cover:
1. Unscrew the cover screws (item 2).
2. Pull the top cover back in the direction of the arrows.
3. Pull the cover up to remove it fully.
5000, 6000, and 7000 Appliances
The 6800 appliance is shown in the previous illustration. Removal of the top cover is the same for all 5000,
6000, and 7000 appliances.

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |7
15000 and 23000 Appliances
Item Description
1 Appliance cover
2 Appliance cover screws
3 ESD grounding plug - Available in 6800, 5900, 15000, and 23000 appliances (location
changes according to model)

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |8
Finding the LOMCard Socket
These illustrations show the location of the LOMCard in the appliances.
The callouts in all of the illustrations reflect the below.
Item Description
1 Front panel
2 LOMCard (in socket)
3 Rear panel
5100, 5200, and 5400 Appliances

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |9
6200 and 6400 Appliances
Note - Appliance shown is 6200 Plus/Turbo. LOMCard placement is identical in all
models of 6200 and 6400 appliances.
5600 and 6500 Appliances

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |10
5800 Appliances
5900 and 6800 Appliances

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |11
6600 and 6700 Appliances
6900 and 7000 Appliances

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |12
15400 Appliance
15600, 23500, 23800, and 23900 Appliances

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |13
Removing the LOMCard
Make sure that you prepare the appliance before you remove the LOMCard.
To remove the LOMCard:
1. Remove the screw on the LOMCard.
2. Pull the socket locking levers OUT (away from the card edges).
3. Lift the front end of the card up and pull it out of the socket.

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |14
Installing the LOMCard
To install the LOMCard in the appliance:
1. Find the LOMCard socket on the system board.
Important - Be careful. There are sharp metal parts in the appliance, such as the
heat sink fins and bracket, which can cause injury and damage the LOMCard.
2. Hold the LOMCard at an angle to align it with receptacle in the socket.

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |15
3. Press down on the LOMCard until it lies flat.
4. Insert and tighten the screw at the bottom of the LOMCard.
5. Close the appliance.
To make sure the LOMCard is installed correctly:
Connect the power cords to the appliance.
The appliance turns on and the LCD screen shows the appliance model number when the OS is up (can
take a number of minutes).

Replacing a LOMCard in Security Appliances
Installing and Replacing LOMCards in Check Point Appliances |16
Initial Login to the LOMCard WebUI
To log in to the LOMCard WebUI:
1. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the LOM port to a computer.
2. On the computer, configure a static IP address from this subnet:
192.168.0.0 / 255.255.255.0
3. Open a web browser and enter the default IP address of the LOMCard:
https://192.168.0.100
The login window opens.
4. Enter the default user name (admin) and password (admin).
For more information:
nFor 6000 and 7000 appliances with the HTML5-based LOMCard, see the
Lights Out Management
(LOM) HTML5-based Card Administration Guide .
nFor appliances with the regular LOMCard, see the
Lights Out Management (LOM) Card
Administration Guide .