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Configuring L2 Bridge Mode
This section provides instructions to configure the Dell
SonicWALL NSA appliance in tandem with an existing Internet
gateway device. This section is relevant to users following
deployment Scenario C.
See the following sections:
• "Connection Overview" on page 43
• "Configuring the Primary Bridge Interface" on page 43
• "Configuring the Secondary Bridge Interface" on page 44
Connection Overview
Connect the X1 port on your Dell SonicWALL NSA appliance to
the LAN port on your existing Internet gateway device. Then
connect the X0 port on your Dell SonicWALL to your LAN
resources.
Configuring the Primary Bridge Interface
The primary bridge interface (X1 in the example diagram) is
connected to your existing Internet gateway device. The only
step involved in setting up your primary bridge interface is to
ensure that the WAN (X1) interface is configured for a static IP
address. You will need a primary bridge interface with a static IP
address when configuring the secondary bridge interface.
Note: The primary bridge interface must have a static IP
assignment.
SonicWALL NSA 2600
CONSOLE
SDHC
MGMT
X6 X4
1GE
X2 X0
M0
X1X3X5X7
ALARM
M0
TEST
PWR
Expansion Module
Network Resources
X1
LAN
Third Party Gateway
L2 Bridge Link
Dell SonicWALL NSA Appliance
Internet or
LAN Segment 2
X0