Preface
Published:
April 21, 2008, OL-15169-01
Revised: September 9, 2012
Contents
This document describes how to install, configure, and use Intrusion Prevention System Device Manager (IDM) 6.1. It includes a glossary that contains expanded acronyms and pertinent IPS terms. It is part of the documentation set for Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 6.1. Use this guide with the documents listed in Related Documentation. This preface contains the following topics:
•Audience
•Conventions
•Related Documentation
•Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request
Audience
This guide is for administrators who need to do the following:
•Install and configure IDM.
•Secure their networks with IPS sensors.
•Prevent intrusion on their networks and monitor subsequent alerts.
Conventions
This document uses the following conventions:
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Commands, keywords, special terminology, and options that should be selected during procedures |
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Variables for which you supply values and new or important terminology |
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Displayed session and system information, paths and filenames |
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Information you enter |
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Variables you enter |
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Menu items and button names |
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Note Means reader take note. Notes identify important information that you should reflect upon before continuing, contain helpful suggestions, or provide references to materials not contained in the document.
Caution
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reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could result in equipment damage, loss of data, or a potential breach in your network security.
Tip Identifies information to help you get the most benefit from your product
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Warning Identifies information that you must heed to prevent damaging yourself, the state of software, or equipment. Warnings identify definite security breaches that will result if the information presented is not followed carefully.
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Related Documentation
For more information on Cisco IPS 6.1, refer to the following documentation found at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vpndevc/ps4077/tsd_products_support_series_home.html
•Documentation Roadmap for Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 6.1
•Release Notes for Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 6.1
•Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Manager Express Configuration Guide for IPS 6.1
•Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Command Reference 6.1
•Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Sensor CLI Configuration Guide for IPS 6.1
•Installing Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Appliances and Modules 6.1
•Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Intrusion Detection and Prevention System 4200 Series Appliance Sensor
Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request
For information on obtaining documentation, submitting a service request, and gathering additional information, see the monthly What's New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation, at:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/general/whatsnew/whatsnew.html
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