Fortinet FortiDB-1000B User Manual
Connecting, Package contents, Configuration tools
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Connecting
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For future
use
USB
Ethernet
ports
Ethernet ports
Power supply
Console
connection
Ethernet cables connect to
the internal network and to
the Internet (public switch
or router)
Power cable
connects to
power supply
Ethernet cables connect to
the internal network and to
the Internet (public switch
or router)
Null modem
cable connects to serial
port on management
computer
Straight-through
Ethernet cable
Power Cable
FortiGate-30B
Tools and Documenation
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QuickStart Guide
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2 Mounting Slide Rails
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Null-Modem Cable
(RS-232)
Package Contents
Connect the following to the FortiDB unit. Ensure the FortiDB unit is placed on a stable surface or install in a standard 19 inch rack.
See the FortiDB-1000B Rack Installation Guide for details.
Insert one end of a an Ethernet cable into port 1.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the network hub or switch.
Connect the AC Power cable to the Power Supply on the back of the
FortiDB unit.
Connect the other end of the Power cable to a surge protected
power bar or power supply.
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FortiDB-1000B
15-31000-78779-20080930
QuickStart Guide
Web-based manager
The FortiDB web-based manager is an easy-to-use management tool.
Use it to configure the administrator password, the interface and default gateway addresses,
and configure reports.
Requirements:
An Ethernet connection between the FortiDB unit and management computer.
A web browser such as FireFox or Internet Explorer on the management computer.
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Command Line Interface (CLI)
The CLI is a full-featured management tool. Use it to configure the administrator password,
the interface addresses, the default gateway address, and the DNS server addresses. To
configure advanced settings, see the Tools and Documentation CD included with the
FortiDB unit.
Requirements:
The DB9 serial connection between the FortiDB unit and management
computer.
A terminal-emulation application such as HyperTerminal for Windows, on the manage-
ment computer.
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Configuration Tools
LED
State
Description
Ports 1 to 4 Left LED
Green
The correct cable is connected to the copper
10/100/1000 interface and the connected equip-
ment has power.
Ports 1 to 4 Right LED
Flashing
Network activity at this interface.
Green
The interface is connected at 1000 Mbps.
Yellow
The interface is connected at 100 Mbps.
Connector
Type
Speed
Protocol
Description
Ports 1 to 4
RJ-45
10/100/1000
Base-T
Ethernet
Copper gigabit connection to 10/100/1000 copper networks.
CONSOLE
DB-9
9600 8/N/1
RS-232 serial Optional connection to the management computer. Provides access to
the command line interface (CLI).
USB
USB
USB
Optional connection to a USB key for firmware backup and installation.