When using the ASA as a VPN endpoint (using the SSL VPN features), the hostname, domain name, DNS server, static interface IP addresses etc must be configured.
The privileged mode (enable) password that is required to administer the ASA through ASDM and the CLI.For example, you should change the following settings from their defaults: However, changing certain settings is recommended or required. ASDM is a graphical interface that allows you to manage the ASA from any location by using a web browser. The ASA ships with a default configuration that, in most cases, is sufficient for your basic deployment. If auto-negotiation is disabled, verify you are using a straight-through Ethernet cable. If a LINK/ACT LED is not lit, the link could be down due to a duplex mismatch. When the LED is flashing green, there is network activity. When the LED is solid green, a link is established. Note:- The high end ASA models (such as 5520) does not come with AC power adapter as it needed to be plugged into the AC outlet socket directly.Įach Ethernet interface has an LED to indicate a physical link is established. Step 6 Check the LINK/ACT indicators to verify interface connectivity.
Step 5 Check your management PC to make sure it received an IP address on the 192.168.1.0/24 network using DHCP.
Step 4 Check the Power LED on the front of the ASA if it is solid green, the device is powered on. Completing this step powers on the device.) Step 3 Connect the AC power connector of the power cable to an electrical outlet. Step 2 Connect the rectangular connector of the power supply adapter to the power connector on the rear panel of the ASA. Step 1 Connect the power supply adapter to the power cable. Powering on and Verifying Interface Connectivity
Allowing Access to Public Servers Behind the ASA (Optional).”ģ. If you connect a server (such as a web server) to the ASA, you can use ASDM to make services on that server accessible by internal and external users. Step 3 Connect Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices (such as Cisco IP Phones or network cameras) with Ethernet cables to switch ports 6 or 7 (the only ports providing power to PoE devices). Note Connect a PC to the ASA so that you can run the Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM). Step 2 Connect your devices (such as PCs, printers, and servers) with Ethernet cables to Ethernet 1 through 7.