Overview
Check your software version and reimage if necessary, obtain your licenses, and make sure you can connect.
The Secure Firewall 200 offers next-generation firewall capabilities designed for distributed enterprises and small branch locations. It provides robust, cost-effective security and simplified management within a compact form factor, ensuring secure and optimized connectivity at the network edge. The Secure Firewall 200:
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Extends Cisco's Hybrid Mesh Firewall architecture to branch edges
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Provides AI-powered inspection and consistent security policies
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Integrates SD-WAN capabilities for enhanced application performance and reliable user access
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Delivers application and user control, efficient segmentation, and advanced security features tailored for cost-sensitive environments.
Manage the firewall using the Secure Firewall Management Center on a dedicated management network.
Power on the firewall
How to power on the Secure Firewall 200 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 200 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 200 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 200 to your target release before you begin configuration.
Obtain licenses
Learn how to obtain Secure Firewall 200 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 200 to avoid file system damage, using either the FXOS CLI shutdown command or the Firewall Management Center shutdown workflow.