SonicWALL TZ 170 SP User manual

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SonicWALL TZ 170 SP
Getting Started Guide

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SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Security Appliance
Getting Started Guide
The SonicWALL®TZ 170 SP security appliance is a total security platform that ensures
continuous network uptime for critical, secure data connectivity through integrated and
automated fail-over and fail-back. The SonicWALL TZ 170 SP delivers enterprise-class
layered security by integrating broadband to analog WAN redundancy, gateway anti-
virus, intrusion prevention and content filtering capabilities in an easy-to-use, low cost
platform.
This Getting Started Guide provides instructions for basic installation and configuration of
the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP. After you complete this guide, up to 10, 25, or an unlimited
number of computers, depending on your license, on your network will have secure
Internet access.
Note: For complete documentation, refer to the SonicOS Standard Administrator’s
Guide on the SonicWALL Resource CD or at:
<http://www.sonicwall.com/support/documentation.html>.
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Configuration Steps
1
Before You Begin page 2
2
Applying Power to the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP page 6
3
Connecting the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP page 6
4
Accessing the Management Interface page 8
5
Using the SonicWALL Setup Wizard page 10
6
Testing Your Connection page 16
7
Registering Your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP page 17
8
Activating SonicWALL Security Services page 20
9
Connecting Computers to Your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP page 23

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Before You Begin
Check Package Contents Any Items Missing?
If any items are missing from your package,
contact:
SonicWALL Support
Web: <http://www.sonicwall.com/support/>
1. One SonicWALL TZ 170 SP
security appliance
2. One Getting Started Guide
3. One Release Note
4. One straight-through Ethernet cable
5. One RJ45 CLI cable*
6. One 5 Volt DC power supply
7. One power cord**
8. One mounting kit (not pictured)
9. One SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Resource CD
*The RJ45 CLI cable is only included with the purchase of a SonicWALL TZ 170 SP with
SonicOS Enhanced.)
**A power cord is included only with units shipped to North America.
** Das eingeschlossene Netzkabel ist für Gebrauch in Nordamerikas nur vorgehabt.
Für Europaïsche Union (EU) Kunden, ist ein Netzkabel nicht eingeschlossen.

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SonicWALL TZ 170 SP Front and Back Panels Overview
Console Port
LAN Ports 1-5
WAN Port Power
Optional Port
Modem Port
Power Light
Optional Zone
LAN
Test Light
WAN
Modem

Front Panel Feature Description
Power Light Indicates the SonicWALL TZ 170 Series appliance is powered on.
LAN: Link, Activity Indicates a LAN link (green), or LAN activity (blinking) on the specified port.
Optional Zone Indicates a link (green), or LAN activity (blinking) on the opt port.
WAN Indicates a link (green), or LAN activity (blinking) on the WAN port.
Modem Indicates a link (green), or LAN activity (blinking) on the modem port.
Test Light Indicates the SonicWALL TZ 170 Series appliance is in test mode.
Rear Panel Feature
Console Port Provides access to command-line interface (only for use with
SonicOS Enhanced).
Modem Port Provides a primary or failover WAN connection using a modem.
WAN Port Provides a primary (Ethernet) connection to the Internet (WAN).
Optional Port Provides and optional configurable port.
LAN Ports 1-5 Provide multiple connections to your LAN.
Power Provides power connection using the supplied power cord and
power supply.
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Collecting Internet Service Provider (ISP) Information
Collect the following information about your Internet service:
If you connect via You probably use Please record
Cable modem,
DSL with a router
DHCP No Internet connection information usually required.*
*Some service providers require a host name. Check
with your ISP.
Host Name:
Home DSL PPPoE User Name:
Password:
Note: Your ISP may require your user name in the
format: [e-mail]
T1,
Static broadband,
Cable or DSL with
a static IP
Static IP IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default Gateway
(Router IP Address):
Primary DNS:
Secondary DNS (optional):
Dial in to a server PPTP Server Address:
User Name:
Password:
Note: If you are not using one of the network configurations above, refer to the
SonicOS Standard Administrator’s Guide.
Other Information
Use the following default login information to access the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.
(these settings can be changed at your first login):
User Name: admin
Password: (Default: password)
What You Need to Begin
• A computer to use as a management station for initial configuration of the
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP
• An Internet connection
• A Web browser supporting Java and HTTP uploads. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher,
Netscape Navigator 4.7 or higher, Mozilla 1.7 or higher, or Mozilla Firefox are
recommended

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Applying Power to the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP
Plug the power supply into the back of the SonicWALL security appliance and into an
appropriate power outlet.
Alert: Only use a SonicWALL-approved 5V, 2.4A power supply.
The Power LED on the front panel lights up green when you plug in the
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP. The Test LED light up and may blink while the appliance
performs a series of diagnostic tests. When the Test light is no longer lit, the SonicWALL
security appliance is ready for configuration.
If the Test LED remains lit after the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP has booted, restart the
SonicWALL security appliance.
For more trouble shooting information, refer to the SonicOS Standard Administrator’s
Guide.
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Connecting the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP
Connecting the WAN Cable to the Internet
WAN
DSL or Cable
Modem
Internet
1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your Internet connection, such as a DSL
modem or cable modem.
This cable may already be connected between your computer and your modem. If
so, disconnect it from your computer, and leave it connected to the Internet.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the WAN port on the back of your
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.
The WAN LEDs on the front panel light up indicating an active connection.

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Connecting the LAN Cable to Your Management Station
Management
Station
LAN port #1
1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the computer you are using to manage the
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to port # 1on the back of your SonicWALL TZ 170
SP.
The port # 1LEDs on the front panel light up indicating an active connection.
Connecting the Modem (Optional)
Modem
Phone Line
Internet
If you are using a modem for your primary Internet connection or as a failover for your
WAN connection, connect one end of a standard phone cable to your telephone line jack.
Connect the other end of the cable to the Modem port of the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.
The modem LED lights up indicating a connection.

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Accessing the Management Interface
The computer you use to manage the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP must be set up to accept a
dynamic IP address, or have an unused IP address in the 192.168.168.x/24 subnet,
such as 192.168.168.20. For instructions on configuring your IP address, see
“Configuring Computers for Your Network with DHCP” on page 23.
To access the Web-based management interface of the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP:
1. On the computer you have connected to port # 1, start your Web browser.
Alert: Disable pop-up blocking software or add the management IP address of your
SonicWALL (192.168.168.168 by default) to your popup blocker's allow list
before accessing the SonicWALL management interface.
Your Web browser must support Java and HTTP uploads. Current versions of
Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator, Mozilla, and Firefox are recommended.
2. Enter 192.168.168.168 (the default LAN management IP address) in the Location
or Address field.
3. The SonicWALL Setup Wizard launches and guides you through the configuration
and setup of your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.

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If the SonicWALL Setup Wizard Does Not Appear
If you cannot connect to the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP appliance or the Setup Wizard
does not display, verify the following configurations:
• Did you correctly enter the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP management IP address,
192.168.168.168, in your Web browser?
• Is your computer running pop-up blocking software?
• Are the Local Area Connection settings on your computer set to obtain an IP
address dynamically (DHCP) or set to a static IP of 192.168.168.20? See
“Configuring Computers for Your Network with DHCP” on page 23 for
instructions on changing your Local Area Connection settings.
• Do you have the Ethernet cable connected to your computer and to one of the
LAN ports (1through 5) on your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP?
• Some browsers may not launch the Setup Wizard automatically. In this case, log
into SonicWALL TZ 170 SP using “admin” as the user name and “password” as
the password. After you log in, click the Wizards button on the System > Status
page. Select Setup to begin configuring your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.
• Some popup blockers may prevent the launch of the setup wizard. You can
temporarily disable your popup blocker, or add the management IP address of
your SonicWALL (192.168.168.168 by default) to your popup blocker's allow list

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Using the SonicWALL Setup Wizard
The SonicWALL Setup Wizard provides user-guided instructions for configuring your
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.
Note: It is important that you have collected any required ISP information before using
the Setup Wizard. See the list in Procedure 1, “Before You Begin” on page 2.
Tip: If you do not know what type of Internet connection you have, contact your ISP. In
addition, the SonicWALL Setup Wizard will attempt to detect your connection
settings.
Configuring the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP
Welcome - Click Next to begin.
1. Change Password - Change the administrative password. This is the password for
the admin account.
Old Password Should be populated with the default password, password.
New Password Enter your new password.
Confirm Re-enter your new password.
Note: Keep your new password in a safe place. If you lose your password, you will
have to reset the SonicWALL security appliance to factory settings and lose your
configuration. For instructions on resetting your SonicWALL security appliance,
refer to the SonicOS Standard Administrator’s Guide.
Click Next.
2. Change Time Zone - Change the Time Zone setting to your local time zone.
Time Zone Select the time zone for your location from the list.
Automatically
adjust clock for
daylight saving time
Check this setting if you live in an area that observes Daylight
Saving Time.

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Note: It is important that you set the time zone correctly before you register your
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP.
Click Next.
3. Configure Modem - Select how you will use the built-in modem.
Yes - I will use a dialup account as a backup for the WAN Ethernet connection.
Select this option to configure automatic WAN failover to the modem.
Yes - Dialup up is my only connection to the Internet.
If you select this option, you will not be prompted to configure your WAN settings.
No - I will not use the modem at this time.
Click Next.
4. WAN Failover Dialup Connection - Enter the information for your dial-up Internet
account.
Phone Number Enter the phone number for your dial-up Internet access.
User Name Enter the user name for your dial-up Internet account.
Password Enter the password for your dial-up Internet account.
Confirm Password Re-enter the password.

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5. WAN Network Mode - The Setup Wizard automatically detects most networking
modes. If it does not detect a networking mode, you may have a static IP address.
See Procedure 1, “Before You Begin” on page 2.
Confirm the selection or select the correct type of network connection for your
network.
Static IP Select Static IP if you want to give the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP a
specific, unchanging IP address.
DHCP Select DHCP if your ISP assigns your computer a dynamic IP
address. DHCP is commonly used with cable modems.
PPPoE Select PPPoE if your ISP requires a username and password to
establish a connection and assign a dynamic address. PPPoE is
commonly used with DSL modems.
PPTP Select PPTP if you dial into a specific server and log into a VPN
to establish a connection. With PPTP, you can have either a
static or dynamic IP Address.
Click on the yellow link for a networking type to see a definition.
Click Next.
6. WAN Network Mode - The second WAN network mode screen configures your
WAN settings for the selection you made in the previous screen.
Static IP
The Setup Wizard screen should display:
WAN Network Mode: NAT Enabled (Static IP)
SonicWALL WAN IP
Address
Enter a single, static IP address. This must be in the address
range assigned to you by your ISP.
WAN Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask for your network, provided by your ISP.
For example, 255.255.255.0.
Gateway (Router)
Address
Enter the IP address of your Internet gateway, provided by your
ISP.
DNS Server Address Enter the IP address of the DNS server for your network,
provided by your ISP.
DNS Server Address
#2 (optional)
You can enter a secondary, back-up DNS server to use if the
first one fails.
Click Next.

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DHCP
The Setup Wizard screen should display:
WAN Network Mode: NAT with DHCP Client
If you selected DHCP, you do not need to enter any WAN networking settings. The
network settings are provisioned automatically from a DHCP server.
Click Next.
PPPoE
The Setup Wizard screen should display:
WAN Network Mode - NAT with PPPoE Client
Obtain an IP Address
Automatically
Select this if your ISP assigns you a dynamic IP address.
Use the following
IP Address
Select this if your ISP has assigned you a static IP address, and
enter the address.
PPPoE User Name Enter the user name for your Internet account. Your ISP may
require you to enter your username in e-mail address format,
including “@” and the domain name, for example,
[email protected].
PPPoE Password Enter the password for your Internet account.
Inactivity Disconnect
(minutes)
Check this box if you want the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP to
disconnect from the Internet if there is no traffic for the number
of minutes you enter.
Click Next.
PPTP
The Setup Wizard screen should display:
WAN Network Mode - NAT with PPTP Client
PPTP Server IP
Address
Enter the address of the PPTP server.
PPTP User Name Enter your network user name.
PPTP Password Enter your network password.
Obtain an IP Address
Automatically
Select this if the server assigns you a dynamic IP address.
Use the following
IP Address
Check this if you have been given a static IP address, and fill in
the following three fields.
SonicWALL WAN
IP Address
Enter the static IP address for your connection.

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Click Next.
7. LAN Settings - The LAN Settings screen configures your LAN interface.
SonicWALL LAN
IP Address
Accept the default IP address or enter a new IP address of the
LAN interface. Record the address: .
LAN Subnet Mask Accept the default, or enter a subnet mask for your LAN.
Enable Windows Net-
working Support
Leave this option checked if you plan to have more than one
Windows computer on your network. Windows Networking has
no effect on computers with other operating systems.
By default, your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP is configured with a LAN network IP
address, 192.168.168.168, and subnet mask, 255.255.255.0, which will work well for
most installations. In most cases, leave the default LAN IP address and subnet mask
unchanged.
Note: The LAN IP address is the address you will use to access the
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP management interface.
Click Next.
8. LAN DHCP Settings - The LAN DHCP Settings screen allows you to select whether
or not to use the DHCP server in the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP to automatically
distribute IP addressing information to computers and other network devices on your
LAN.
Enable DHCP Server
on LAN
Leave this checkbox checked to use the DHCP server in the
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP security appliance.
Do not select this option if you already have a DHCP server on
your network, or if you want to require your network clients to
have static IP addresses.
LAN Address Range If you enabled the DHCP Server, enter a range of IP addresses in
the same subnet as the LAN IP address, or leave the default
range unchanged. The default DHCP range will work for most
installations.
Click Next.
WAN Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask for your connection.
Gateway (Router)
Address
Enter the address of your Internet Gateway.

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9. SonicWALL Configuration Summary - Displays your network configuration
information. Confirm that the displayed settings match the information you collected
in Procedure 1: “Before You Begin” on page 2.
Click Apply to apply your settings to the SonicWALL security appliance. If you click
Cancel, no settings will be applied to the SonicWALL security appliance.
The Storing SonicWALL Configuration screen displays during this process.
Setup Wizard Complete - Your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP is now successfully configured
for LAN and Internet access.
Click Restart to complete the configuration process. The SonicWALL security appliance
will reboot, which will take approximately one minute. When the Test LED is no longer lit,
the SonicWALL security appliance is ready for network traffic.

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Testing Your Connection
1. After the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP reboots and the login page reappears, open
another Web browser and navigate to: <http://www.sonicwall.com>.
If you can view the SonicWALL home page, you have configured your
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP correctly.
2. If you cannot view the SonicWALL home page, try a second URL.
3. If you still cannot view a Web page, try one of these solutions:
Restart your Management Station
Your management station may need to restart to accept new network settings
from the DHCP server in the SonicWALL security appliance.
Restart your DSL Modem
Your DSL Modem may need to restart to communicate with the DHCP Client in
the SonicWALL security appliance.
Enter a Host Name in your WAN DHCP Settings
If you selected DHCP for your WAN settings, you may need to specify a host
name for your connection:
a. Check with your ISP to see if a host name is required.
b. Go to Procedure 4, “Accessing the Management Interface” on page 8, and
use the LAN IP address you set in Procedure 5, Step 6: “LAN Settings” on
page 14.
c. Log in as “admin” with your administrative password.
d. In the menu on the left, click .
e. In the Interfaces table, click the configure icon in the WAN line.
f. In the WAN Properties window, enter the host name and click OK.
Run the Setup Wizard
Use the Setup Wizard again to reconfigure your network settings:
a. Go to Procedure 4, “Accessing the Management Interface” on page 8, and
use the LAN IP address you set in Procedure 5, Step 6: “LAN Settings” on
page 14.
b. Log in as “admin” with your administrative password.
c. Click the Wizards button in the top, right corner of the management
interface to restart the wizard.
d. Select Setup and click Next to start the Setup Wizard.

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Registering Your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP
Once you have established your Internet connection, it is recommended you register
your SonicWALL security appliance at mySonicWALL.com. Registering your SonicWALL
security appliance provides the following benefits:
• Activate 30-day subscriptions to SonicWALL's
- Gateway Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware, and Intrusion Prevention Service
- Content Filtering Service
- Network Anti-Virus Service
• Activate SonicWALL security service licenses
• Access SonicOS firmware updates
• Obtain SonicWALL technical support
Before You Register
Verify that the time and DNS settings on your SonicWALL security appliance are correct
when you register the device. You should have set these settings in Procedure 5: Using
the SonicWALL Setup Wizard, Step 3: “Change Time Zone” on page 10 and Step 5:
“WAN Network Mode” on page 12.
You need a mySonicWALL.com account to register your SonicWALL security appliance.
You can create a new mySonicWALL.com account directly from the SonicWALL
management interface.
If you already have a mysonicWALL.com account, go to “Registering Your
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP” on page 19 to register your SonicWALL security appliance.
Note: mySonicWALL.com registration information is not sold or shared with any other
company.
Creating a mySonicWALL.com Account
Creating a mySonicWALL.com account is fast, simple, and FREE. Simply complete an
online registration form in the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP management interface.
If you already have a mysonicWALL.com account, go to “Registering Your
SonicWALL TZ 170 SP” on page 19 to register your SonicWALL security appliance.
1. If you are not logged into the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP management interface, log in
with the username admin and the administrative password you set in the Setup
Wizard.

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2. If the System > Status page is not displayed in the management interface, click
System in the left-navigation menu, and then click on the Status subfolder.
3. On the System > Status page, in the Security Services section, click the Register
link.
4. In the mySonicWALL.com Login page, click the here link in “If you do not have a
mySonicWALL account, please click here to create one.” The
mySonicWALL.com account form is displayed.
5. In the MySonicWall Account page, enter in your information in the Account
Information, Personal Information and Preferences fields. All fields marked with
an asterisk (*) are required fields.
Note: Remember your username and password to access your mySonicWALL.com
account.
6. Click Submit after completing the MySonicWALL Account form.
7. When the mySonicWALL.com server has finished processing your account, you will
see a page saying that your account has been created. Click Continue.
Congratulations. Your mySonicWALL.com account is activated.

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Registering Your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP
1. If you are not logged into the SonicWALL TZ 170 SP management interface, log in
with the username admin and the administrative password you set in the Setup
Wizard.
2. If the System > Status page is not displaying in the management interface, click
System in the left-navigation menu.
3. On the System > Status page, in the Security Services section, click the Register
link. The mySonicWALL.com Login page is displayed.
4. Enter your mySonicWALL.com account username and password in the User Name
and Password fields, then click Submit.
5. The next several pages inform you about SonicWALL’s Security Services. Click
Continue on each page.
6. At the top of the Product Survey page, enter a “friendly name” for your SonicWALL
security appliance in the Friendly Name field. The friendly name allows you to easily
identify your SonicWALL security appliance in your mySonicWALL.com account.
7. Please complete the Product Survey. SonicWALL uses this information to further
tailor services to fit your needs.
Note: SonicWALL Product Survey information is not sold or shared with any other
company.
8. Click Submit.
9. When the mySonicWALL.com server has finished processing your registration, you
will see a page informing you that your SonicWALL TZ 170 SP appliance is
registered. Click Continue, and the System > Licenses page is displayed showing
the available security services. You can activate the services from this page now or
at any time in the future.