1Preface: Using This GuideThis guide provides detailed information about installing and managing the 3Com®Embedded Firewall (EFW) software.Who Should Read this GuideThis guide is intended for the person responsible for installing, configuring, and managingthe 3Com EFW environment. Typically, this person’s job title is “network administrator.” Itis assumed that the administrator is familiar with networks and network terminology, andwith the Internet and its associated terms and applications.How this Guide is OrganizedThis guide is divided into the following chapters and appendices:Chapter or Appendix Title This Chapter or AppendixChapter 1: “Planning and Overview” Provides an overview of the embedded firewall system and itsbasic components and concepts, along with general steps toassist you in planning the best configuration for your site.Chapter 2: “Installing andInitially Configuring EFW”Provides the information needed to install and deploy EFW inyour network.Chapter 3: “Managing EFW DevicesUsing the Policy Servers”Provides detailed information about managing EFW devicesusing the Policy Servers.Chapter 4: “Managing Policies” Provides detailed information on creating and assigningpolicies.Chapter 5: “Performing OtherAdministration Tasks”Provides information on performing general administrativetasks, such as searching for specific information within theManagement Console, and viewing audit data.Appendix A: “Pre-Defined Rule Sets” Provides information on EFW pre-defined rule sets.Appendix B: “Troubleshooting” Lists common problems you may encounter with EFW andoffers suggestions for solving these problems.Appendix C: “Using ZENworks toInstall EFW”Provides information on installing a 3Com NIC usingNovell’s ZENworks. ™Appendix D: “Technical Support” Describes access to 3Com technical support informationthrough a variety of services.
