Pre-installation checklist

The figure below shows a common topology in which the protector is installed inline. The checklist refers to the numbers in this figure.

Before installation:
  • Verify that the required hardware is available. Check the Deployment and Installation Center for the list of certified hardware.
  • Have valid IP addresses for the Forcepoint DLP server and the protector management port
  • Make sure the following IP addresses are known prior to installation. They are required in order to complete the procedure:
    • The complete list of internal networks (IP ranges and subnet masks)
    If there is more than one site, the internal networks list should include the networks of all sites:
    • A list of the mail server’s IP addresses (in all sites)
    • The IP addresses of the mail relay, if one exists
    • The IP address of the outbound gateway for the protector (this will typically be the internal leg of the firewall)
    • The IP address of the inbound gateway for the protector (this will typically be the external leg of the backbone switch or router)
    • The HELO string the protector will use when identifying itself. This is relevant for the SMTP channel only.
    • If customized notifications will be displayed when content is blocked, these should be prepared beforehand.