Rubicon netgate XG-1541 User manual

Secure Router Manual
XG-1541
© Copyright 2022 Rubicon Communications LLC
Mar 16, 2022

OUT OF THE BOX
1 Getting Started 2
2 Input and Output Ports 3
3 Connecting to the Console Port 9
4 Additional Resources 10
5 Warranty and Support 11
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This Quick Start Guide covers the first time connection procedures for the Netgate 1541 1U Secure Router and also
provides information needed to stay up and running.
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GETTING STARTED
Use the following steps to configure the TNSR Secure Router.
1. To configure the Network Interfaces and gaining access to the Internet, follow the instructions provided in the
Zero-to-Ping documentation.
Note: Not all steps in the Zero-to-Ping documentation will be necessary for every configuration scenario.
2. Once the Host OS is capable of reaching the Internet, check for updates (Updating TNSR) before proceeding.
This ensures the security and integrity of the router before TNSR interfaces are exposed to the Internet.
3. Finally, configure the TNSR instance to meet the specific use case. The topics are listed on the left column of
the TNSR Documentation site. There are also TNSR Configuration Example Recipes that might be of assistance
when configuring TNSR.
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CHAPTER
TWO
INPUT AND OUTPUT PORTS
Contents
•Input and Output Ports
–Default Configuration
*Network Ports
*Other I/O
*Status LEDs
–With CPIC-8955 Accelerator Card with Intel® QuickAssist Technology
–With 2 Port Intel 1 Gbps Ethernet Expansion Card
–With 2 Port Intel 10 Gbps X710 SFP+ Expansion Card
–With 4 Port Intel 1 Gbps Ethernet Expansion Card
–With 4 Port Intel 10 Gbps X710 SFP+ Expansion Card
2.1 Default Configuration
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2.1.1 Network Ports
Port Linux Label TNSR Label Port Type Port Speed
1 eno1 GigabitEthernet6/0/0 RJ-45 1 Gbps
2 eno2 GigabitEthernet6/0/1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
3 eno3 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/0 RJ-45 10 Gbps
4 eno4 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/1 RJ-45 10 Gbps
Note: Default Host OS Interface is eno1. The Host OS Interface is one network interface that is only available to the
host OS and not available in TNSR. Though optional, we strongly recommend having one for accessing and updating
the host OS.
2.1.2 Other I/O
Port I/O Type
5 IPMI
6 2x USB 3.0
7 VGA
8 Reset & Power buttons
9 Status LEDs (see table below)
2.1.3 Status LEDs
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LED State Description
9a
Continuously on and red An overheat condition has
occurred.
(This may be caused by cable
congestion.)
Blinking red (1Hz) Fan failure, check for an
inoperative fan.
Blinking red (0.25Hz) Power failure, check for a
non-operational power supply.
Solid blue Local UID has been activated. Use
this function through
IPMI to locate the server in a rack
mount environment.
Blinking blue Remote UID is on. Use this
function through IPMI to
identify the server from a remote
location.
9b
Flashing Indicates network activity on igb1
(upper left port).
9c
Flashing Indicates network activity on igb0
(lower left port).
9d
Flashing Indicates IDE channel activity on
the hard drive.
9e
Illuminated Indicates power is being supplied to
the system power supply
units. This LED should normally be
illuminated when the
system is operating.
Off Indicates no power is being
supplied to the system power
supply. System is powered off.
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2.2 With CPIC-8955 Accelerator Card with Intel® QuickAssist Tech-
nology
Port Linux Label TNSR Label Port Type Port Speed
1 eno1 GigabitEthernet6/0/0 RJ-45 1 Gbps
2 eno2 GigabitEthernet6/0/1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
3 eno3 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/0 RJ-45 10 Gbps
4 eno4 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/1 RJ-45 10 Gbps
Note: Default Host OS Interface is eno1. The Host OS Interface is one network interface that is only available to the
host OS and not available in TNSR. Though technically optional, we strongly recommend having one for accessing
and updating the host OS.
2.3 With 2 Port Intel 1 Gbps Ethernet Expansion Card
Port Linux Label TNSR Label Port Type Port Speed
1 ens2f0 GigabitEthernet5/0/0 RJ-45 1 Gbps
2 ens2f1 GigabitEthernet5/0/1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
3 eno1 GigabitEthernet7/0/0 RJ-45 1 Gbps
4 eno2 GigabitEthernet7/0/1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
5 eno3 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/0 RJ-45 10 Gbps
6 eno4 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/1 RJ-45 10 Gbps
Note: Default Host OS Interface is eno1. The Host OS Interface is one network interface that is only available to the
host OS and not available in TNSR. Though technically optional, we strongly recommend having one for accessing
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and updating the host OS.
2.4 With 2 Port Intel 10 Gbps X710 SFP+ Expansion Card
Port TNSR Label Port Type Port Speed
1 TenGigabitEthernet5/0/1 SFP+ 10 Gbps
2 TenGigabitEthernet5/0/0 SFP+ 10 Gbps
3 GigabitEthernet7/0/0 RJ-45 1 Gbps
4 GigabitEthernet7/0/1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
5 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/0 RJ-45 10 Gbps
6 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/1 RJ-45 10 Gbps
Note: Default Host OS Interface is eno1. The Host OS Interface is one network interface that is only available to the
host OS and not available in TNSR. Though technically optional, we strongly recommend having one for accessing
and updating the host OS.
2.5 With 4 Port Intel 1 Gbps Ethernet Expansion Card
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Port Linux Label TNSR Label Port Type Port Speed
1 ens2f0 GigabitEthernet5/0/0 RJ-45 1 Gbps
2 ens2f1 GigabitEthernet5/0/1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
3 ens2f2 GigabitEthernet5/0/2 RJ-45 1 Gbps
4 ens2f3 GigabitEthernet5/0/3 RJ-45 1 Gbps
5 eno1 GigabitEthernet7/0/0 RJ-45 1 Gbps
6 eno2 GigabitEthernet7/0/1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
7 eno3 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/0 RJ-45 10 Gbps
8 eno4 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/1 RJ-45 10 Gbps
Note: Default Host OS Interface is eno1. The Host OS Interface is one network interface that is only available to the
host OS and not available in TNSR. Though technically optional, we strongly recommend having one for accessing
and updating the host OS.
2.6 With 4 Port Intel 10 Gbps X710 SFP+ Expansion Card
Port TNSR Label Port Type Port Speed
1 TenGigabitEthernet5/0/3 SFP+ 10 Gbps
2 TenGigabitEthernet5/0/2 SFP+ 10 Gbps
3 TenGigabitEthernet5/0/1 SFP+ 10 Gbps
4 TenGigabitEthernet5/0/0 SFP+ 10 Gbps
5 GigabitEthernet7/0/0 RJ-45 1 Gbps
6 GigabitEthernet7/0/1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
7 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/0 RJ-45 10 Gbps
8 TenGigabitEthernet3/0/1 RJ-45 10 Gbps
Note: Default Host OS Interface is eno1. The Host OS Interface is one network interface that is only available to the
host OS and not available in TNSR. Though technically optional, we strongly recommend having one for accessing
and updating the host OS.
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THREE
CONNECTING TO THE CONSOLE PORT
Connecting to the VGA console is identical to connecting any computer to a monitor. Just connect the VGA cable
(DB-15) between the Netgate appliance and the monitor. Use USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse as applicable to your
hardware.
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FOUR
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
4.1 Professional Services
Support does not cover more complex tasks such as network design and conversion from other firewalls. These items
are offered as professional services and can be purchased and scheduled accordingly.
https://www.netgate.com/our-services/professional-services.html
4.2 Netgate Training
Netgate training offers training courses for increasing your knowledge of Netgate products and services. Whether
you need to maintain or improve the security skills of your staff or offer highly specialized support and improve your
customer satisfaction; Netgate training has got you covered.
https://www.netgate.com/training/
4.3 Resource Library
To learn more about how to use your Netgate appliance and for other helpful resources, make sure to browse our
Resource Library.
https://www.netgate.com/resources/
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FIVE
WARRANTY AND SUPPORT
• One year manufacturer’s warranty.
• Please contact Netgate for warranty information or view our Product Lifecycle page.
• All Specifications subject to change without notice.
Enterprise Support is included with an active software subscription, for more information view our Netgate Global
Support page.
See also:
For more information on how to use pfSense® software, see the TNSR Documentation and Resource Library.
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