Configuring initial appliance settings in the LMI

When you log in to the IBM QRadar Network Security appliance for the first time, a Welcome page appears, prompting you to configure initial settings.

About this task

To begin, you must accept the IBM® Software License Agreement.

Procedure

  1. Select your language and then read the Software License Agreement.
  2. Select I agree to accept the Software License Agreement and then click Next Page.

What to do next

Use the first-time configuration wizard to configure the remaining settings.
  1. Enabling FIPS mode
    If you need your installation to comply with Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), you must enable FIPS mode during the initial configuration.
  2. Installing a license
    You must install a current license file to receive updates to the Network Security appliance.
  3. Installing a settings snapshot
    You can install a settings snapshot during first time configuration to restore prior configuration and policy settings.
  4. Changing passwords
    Use the Password page to change the password you use to access your IBM QRadar Network Security appliance.
  5. Configuring management interfaces
    Use the Management Interfaces page to view and manage the network security interfaces for the appliance.
  6. Configuring host name and DNS information
    Use the Hosts page to set any network options, such as a host name, a DNS server, or a search path.
  7. Configuring protection interfaces
    Use the Protection Interfaces page to configure the Protection Mode and the Speed and Duplex mode for each interface.
  8. Configuring date and time settings
    Use the Date/Time Configuration page to configure the date, time, time zone, and NTP server information.
  9. Completing configuration settings
    Review the summary of the IBM QRadar Network Security management settings and all configuration settings before completing the setup process.
Parent topic: Introducing the IBM QRadar Network Security appliance