SonicWALL TZ 180 User manual

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SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless
Getting Started Guide

SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Getting Started Guide Page 1
SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless
Getting Started Guide
Thank you for your purchase of the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless, the ultimate
security platform for home and small office deployments.
With integrated support for SonicWALL's Gateway Anti-Virus, the SonicWALL
TZ 180 Wireless delivers powerful, yet easy-to-use protection against hackers
and viruses. The SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless also provides support for
SonicWALL's Content Filtering Service to provide enhanced productivity and
network utilization.
This Getting Started Guide contains installation procedures and configuration
guidelines for deploying a SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless on your network. For
detailed configuration information, refer to the SonicOS Standard
Administrator’s Guide on the SonicWALL Resource CD or on the Web at:
<http://www.sonicwall.com/us/support.html>.

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Document Contents
This document contains the following sections:
Completing Pre-Configuration Tasks - page 3
Registering Your SonicWALL - page 9
Connecting for Initial Setup - page 11
Running the Setup Wizard - page 17
Connecting to Your Network - page 23
Appendix
Appendix A: Configuring DHCP IP Addressing - page 27
Appendix B: Safety Instructions and Regulatory Information - page 28
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Completing Pre-Configuration Tasks
In this Section
This section provides pre-configuration information. It is necessary to review
this section before setting up your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless.
•System Requirements section, on page 4
•Check Package Contents section, on page 5
•Obtain Configuration Information section, on page 6
•Obtain Internet Service Provider (ISP) Information section, on page 7
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Page 4 System Requirements
System Requirements
Before you begin the setup process, check to ensure that you have a computer
that meets the following requirements. This computer is used to manage your
SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless during the setup process.
• Windows XP, Windows 2000, or Windows NT
• 40MB of disk space available
• One available 10/100 Ethernet (LAN) port
• A Web browser supporting Java and HTTP uploads. Internet Explorer 6.0
or higher, Netscape Navigator 4.7 or higher, Mozilla 1.7 or higher, or Firefox
are recommended
• LAN interface set to obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP addressing
enabled)
Note: In order to connect to the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless, your
computer must be set to obtain an IP address automatically
using DHCP. For more information on configuring DHCP on
your computer, turn to Appendix A: Configuring DHCP IP
Addressing section, on page 27.

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Check Package Contents
SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless
Standard power adapter
Wireless Antennas Pair
Ethernet cable
SonicWALL Resource CD
Getting Started Guide
SonicWALL Recommends Guide
Release Notes document
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Any Items Missing?
If any items are missing from your
package, please contact SonicWALL
support.
A listing of the most current support
options is available online at:
<http://www.sonicwall.com/us/support.html>
*The included power cord is intended for use
in North America only. For European Union
(EU) customers, a power cord is not
included.
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Page 6 Obtain Configuration Information
Obtain Configuration Information
Please record the following setup information and keep it for future reference:
Registration Information
Networking Information
Administrator Information
Serial Number: Record the serial number found on the bottom
panel of your SonicWALL appliance.
Authentication Code:
Record the authentication code found on the
bottom panel of your SonicWALL appliance.
LAN IP Address:
. . .
Select a static IP address for your SonicWALL
appliance that is within the range of your local
subnet. If you are unsure, you can use the default
IP address (192.168.168.168).
Subnet Mask:
. . .
Record the subnet mask for the local subnet where
you are installing your SonicWALL appliance.
Ethernet WAN IP Address:
. . .
Select a static IP address for your Ethernet WAN.
This setting only applies if you are already using an
ISP that assigns a static IP address.
Admin Name:
Select an administrator account name.
(default is admin)
Admin Password:
Select an administrator password.
(default is password)

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Obtain Internet Service Provider (ISP) Information
Record the following information about your current Internet service:
If you connect via You likely use Please record
Cable modem,
DSL with a router
DHCP No Internet connection information is usually
required, although some service providers
require a host name.
Host Name:
Home DSL PPPoE User Name:
Password:
Note: Your ISP may require your user name in
the format: [e-mail]
T1/E1,
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:

Page 8 Obtain Internet Service Provider (ISP) Information

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Registering Your SonicWALL
In this Section
This section provides instructions for registering your
SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless.
•Registering with MySonicWALL.com section, on page 10
Note: Product registration is an important part of the setup process,
allowing you to enable product support, firmware updates and
other key features.
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Page 10 Registering with MySonicWALL.com
Registering with MySonicWALL.com
1. If you do not yet have a mysonicwall.com account, point your Web browser
to <http://www.mysonicwall.com/> to register before continuing.
2. Locate and record your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless Serial Number and
Authentication Code. This information is printed on the bottom panel of
the appliance.
3. In your Web browser, go to <https://www.mysonicwall.com> and login with
your mysonicwall.com username and password.
4. Enter your serial number in the Quick Register field and click the small
gray arrow. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Confirm your serial number.
6. Enter a friendly name for this appliance.
7. Enter your authentication code.
8. Click the Register button to continue.
9. Follow the online prompts to complete the registration process.
My Serial Number
My Authentication Code

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Connecting for Initial Setup
In this Section
This section provides initial configuration instructions for connecting your
SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless.
•Connect Antennas section, on page 12
•Apply Power section, on page 12
•Connect WAN Port to the Internet section, on page 14
•Connect the Computer to the LAN (1) Port section, on page 14
•Verify WAN / LAN / WLAN Connection section, on page 15
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Page 12 Connect Antennas
Connect Antennas
1. Attach each of the (2) included antennas to an antenna port on the back of
the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless.
2. Screw the end of the antenna clockwise to tighten.
3. Adjust the antennas to meet your space / signal requirements.
Apply Power
1. Connect the AC plug to the power supply.
2. Plug one end of the power supply to the back of the SonicWALL TZ 180
Wireless.
Console WAN OPT 5 4 3 2 1 Power

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3. Connect the AC plug to an appropriate power outlet.
The Power LED on the front panel lights up green and the Test LED
lights up and blinks while the appliance performs a series of diagnostic tests.
When the Test LED is no longer lit, the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless is ready for
configuration. If the Test LED stays lit for more than a few minutes, cycle power
to the appliance.
To SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless
To AC power
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Page 14 Connect WAN Port to the Internet
Connect WAN Port to the Internet
Using a standard network cable, connect the WAN port of the SonicWALL TZ
180 Wireless to your gateway device (usually your cable/DSL modem or T1
router).
Connect the Computer to the LAN (1) Port
Using the supplied network cable and the computer, connect the LAN
(Ethernet) port on the computer to the LAN (1) port on the back of your
SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless.
Console WAN OPT 5 4 3 2 1 Power
Router / Modem
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Internet
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Verify WAN / LAN / WLAN Connection
Once the cables are correctly connected, the WAN, LAN (1) and WLAN lights
on the front panel of your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless illuminate as illustrated
below:
Note: In order to connect to the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless, your
computer must be set to accept dynamic “DHCP” addressing.
For more information on configuring DHCP, turn to Appendix A:
Configuring DHCP IP Addressing section, on page 27.
Link/ACT (WAN / LAN 1) - A solid light
Indicates a network connection is present
between the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless
and another network appliance. A blinking
light indicates connection activity.
10/100 (WAN / LAN 1) - A green light
Indicates a 10 Mbps port connection. An
amber light indicates a 100 Mbps port
connection.
WLAN (on/act) - A solid light indicates the
wireless transmitter is powered on. A
blinking light indicates wireless activity.

Page 16 Verify WAN / LAN / WLAN Connection

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Running the Setup Wizard
In this Section
This section provides instructions to log in and configure your SonicWALL TZ
180 Wireless using the SonicWALL Setup Wizard.
•Log into the Web Management Interface section, on page 18
•SonicWALL Setup Wizard section, on page 20
•Verify Management Interface Connectivity section, on page 21
•Verify WAN (Internet) Connectivity section, on page 22
Tip: Before completing this section, fill out the information in Obtain
Configuration Information section, on page 6 and Obtain Internet
Service Provider (ISP) Information section, on page 7. You will
need to enter this information during the Setup Wizard.
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Page 18 Log into the Web Management Interface
Log into the Web Management Interface
Your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless employs the use of a Web-based
management interface for setup and configuration. Complete the following
steps to log into the management interface.
1. In a Web browser on the computer, navigate to
http://192.168.168.168 (the default IP address of the SonicWALL TZ 180
Wireless).
The SonicWALL Web management login screen displays:
Note: Depending on your browser settings, one or more security
warnings may display while connecting to the SonicWALL
Secure Anti-Virus Router 80 Web management interface.
Choose to accept the certificates in order to log into the
appliance.
2. Log into the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless using “admin” as the user name
and “password” as the password. The Setup Wizard screen displays.
If you are having trouble getting the login screen or Setup Wizard to appear, see
page 19 for additional troubleshooting information.

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Unable to See the Setup Wizard?
• If you see the login screen, but not the Setup Wizard:
• Configure your Internet browser to allow popups for the SonicWALL TZ
180 Wireless.
• Log into the security appliance using “admin” as the user name and
“password” as the password. After you log in, click the Wizards button
on the System > Status page.
• If you do not see the login screen or the Setup Wizard:
• Did you correctly enter the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless management
IP address, 192.168.168.168, in your Web browser?
• Is your computer set to accept DHCP addressing or set to a static IP
address within the 192.168.168.x subnet range? If not, see Appendix
A: Configuring DHCP IP Addressing section, on page 27 for
instructions on changing your Local Area Connection settings.
• Do you have the Ethernet cable connected between your computer
and the LAN (1) port on your SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless?
• Do you need to add the SonicWALL TZ 180 Wireless to your list of
trusted sites? Use the default IP address (192.168.168.168) for this
purpose.
• Is the Test LED on the front panel of your SonicWALL TZ 180
Wireless lit? If the Test LED stays lit for more than a few minutes after
the initial power on sequence, cycle power to the SonicWALL TZ 180
Wireless.