Overview
Check your software version and reimage if necessary, obtain your licenses, and make sure you can connect.
The Secure Firewall 1200 connects and protects the distributed enterprise. It extends Cisco’s enterprise security policy and threat inspection to users and devices in branch offices and smaller sites. Powered by an efficient network processor, the Secure Firewall 1200 delivers high levels of security policy and threat defense without compromising user experience.
Manage a firewall using the local Secure Firewall Device Manager.
Cable the firewall
Learn how to cable the Secure Firewall 1230/1240/1250 so you can complete the initial hardware setup and prepare required ports for network connectivity before configuration.
Power on the firewall
How to power on the Secure Firewall 1230/1240/1250 and confirm it started successfully by checking the front-panel LEDs for power and system status.
Which application is installed: Firewall Threat Defense or ASA?
Learn how to determine whether your Secure Firewall 1230/1240/1250 is running Firewall Threat Defense or ASA by connecting to the console port and identifying the CLI prompt.
Access the Firewall Threat Defense CLI
How to access the Firewall Threat Defense CLI on the Secure Firewall 1230/1240/1250 for setup or troubleshooting, including logging into FXOS and switching to the FTD CLI when needed.
Check the version and reimage
Learn how to check the current Firewall Threat Defense software version and decide whether to reimage the Secure Firewall 1230/1240/1250 to your target release before you begin configuration.
(Optional) Change management network settings at the CLI
How to change Secure Firewall 1230/1240/1250 Management 1/1 network settings from the CLI when the default addressing does not work, so you can reach the Secure Firewall Device Manager on your network.
Obtain licenses
Learn how to obtain Secure Firewall 1230/1240/1250 licenses in Cisco Smart Software Manager and Cisco Commerce Workspace, including identifying required license types and the license PIDs used to order additional entitlements.
(If Needed) Power off the firewall
How to safely power off the Secure Firewall 1230/1240/1250 to avoid file system damage, using either the FXOS CLI shutdown command or the Firewall Device Manager shutdown workflow.