SonicWALL Internet Security Appliance Quick Start Guide Page 3
Installing Your SonicWALL PRO Series Appliance
Applying Power to the SonicWALL
Plug the power cord into the SonicWALL and the other end into an appropriate power outlet. Turn
on the SonicWALL using the On/Off switch located on the back of the appliance.
The Power light turns green when power is applied to the SonicWALL and the Test light remains lit
for approximately one minute while the SonicWALL performs a series of diagnostic tests. When the
Test light is no longer lit, the SonicWALL is ready for configuration.
Connecting the SonicWALL to the Network
Connecting the Network Cables
Connect one end of the gray Ethernet cable to your DSL modem, cable modem, or Internet router.
Connect the other end of the gray Ethernet cable to the WAN (X1) port of the SonicWALL. The link
LED lights indicating an active connection. If the LED does not light, try the Crossover cable.
Connect one end of the provided Crossover cable to the Ethernet port of your computer.
Connect the other end of the cable to the LAN(X0) port of your SonicWALL. The link LED lights
indicating an active connection. If the LED does not light, try the Ethernet cable.
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