Chapter 3 - network installation, Placing the server, Connecting the server to the ethernet – Compatible Systems INTRAPORT 2+ User Manual
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Chapter 3 - Network Installation
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Chapter 3 - Network Installation
Figure 1. IntraPort 2/2+ VPN Access Server Back Panel
This section of the manual describes how to connect the IntraPort 2/2+
VPN Access Server to your Ethernet network. In summary, the steps for
installation are:
1.
Make sure the server is powered down and not connected to any
power source.
2.
Connect the server to the Ethernet network(s).
3.
Connect a management console to the server (optional).
4.
Plug in the power cable and power up the server.
Placing the Server
The IntraPort 2/2+ VPN Access Servers are meant to be left stand-alone
on a desktop or equipment table.
v Note: When stacking other equipment on the IntraPort 2/2+, do not
exceed 25 pounds of evenly distributed weight on top of the device.
Additional weight may bend the case.
Connecting the Server to the Ethernet
Because Ethernet 1 is IPSec-only (meaning it will only handle IPSec
packets and will drop all other traffic), you need to pay special attention
to your Ethernet connection setup.
Ethernet 1 should only be used if you are planning to set the IntraPort
2/2+ to operate in parallel with your existing firewall. This is the recom-
mended setup. In this scenario, Ethernet 1 should be connected to the
same Ethernet segment as your Internet gateway router while Ethernet 0
will serve as an IP, IPX and AppleTalk router port for your internal
networks.