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Overview
The PIX Security Appliance can be configured and
managed by several methods such as command-line interface (CLI),
SNMP, PIX Device Manager (PDM), Cisco Secure Policy Manager (CSPM),
or CiscoWorks VPN/Security Management Solution (VMS). Depending on
the existing infrastructure and network size, administrators
should choose based on justified need and cost. For example, a
network administrator can easily manage several firewalls using CLI
or PDM. However, CSPM or VMS are better solutions for medium and
large enterprise management.PDM is a powerful browser-based configuration tool designed to
help administrators set up, configure, and monitor a Cisco PIX
Firewall graphically. Cisco PDM does not require an extensive
knowledge of the PIX Security Appliance command-line interface (CLI).
However, knowledge of these commands is very important when
troubleshooting problems and configuration errors.
PDM has many advantages. However, preparation steps need to be
taken on older PIX Security Appliance models, which do not contain the flash image.
Operating as a Java applet, PDM easily downloads and installs once
connection is made from the client to the PIX Security Appliance.
Once familiar with the requirements of the PDM, the student
will install PDM and use it to configure the PIX Security Appliance. The
different configuration options will be explained, giving the
student a good understanding of what can be accomplished with the
PDM. Also, the student will use the PDM to create
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
Finally, enterprise PIX Security Appliance management will be covered.
Efficient management is important for medium and large networks in
order to maintain a scalable, reliable, and cost effective
network.
NOTE: It is required
that the student study the commands covered in the chapter
using the labs and the command reference. Not all required
commands are covered in sufficient detail in the text alone.
Successful completion of this course requires a thorough
knowledge of command syntax and application.
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