AvaLAN Wireless AW-HSNetAppliance - Manual (Page 2)

AW-HSNetAppliance User’s Manual
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Revision 06.26.2012
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Thank you for your purchase of these AvaLAN AW-HSNetAppliance FIPS 140-2 High Security
Network Appliances.
The AW-HSNetAppliance is used to create a secure Ethernet communications tunnel through
untrusted data transport systems. The security of the tunnel is provided by the NetAppliance’s
AES-256, FIPS140-2 Level 2 validated, data encryption system. The NetAppliance is typically
deployed as a cryptographically matched pair, each at a trusted network location, to create a
network-to-network VPN tunnel over the Internet or via wireless communications equipment.
Each AW-HSNetAppliance includes:
• (1) High Security Network Appliance
• (1) 120 VAC to 6 VDC Power Supply
• (1) Standard to Mini-USB Adapter Cable
Table of Contents:
How the Net Appliance Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Step A. Gather Required Hardware and Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Step B. Gather the Required Configuration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Step C. Configure the Encryption Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Step D. Configure the Network Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Step E. Add a Port Forwarding Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Step F. Test the Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Required Information Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
If you have any questions when configuring your AvaLAN system, the best place to get answers
is to visit www.avalanwireless.com. You will also find the latest updates there. If more assis-
tance is needed, send email to [email protected].
To speak to a live technician, please call technical support at the number below during normal
business hours.
Limited Warranty:
This product is warranted to the original purchaser for normal use for a period of 360 days
from the date of purchase. If a defect covered under this warranty occurs, AvaLAN will repair
or replace the defective part, at its option, at no cost. This warranty does not cover defects
resulting from misuse or modification of the product.