Sophos XG: Configuring IP Helpers
IP helpers, also known as DHCP relay agents, are essential for facilitating the distribution of IP addresses and DHCP messages across different subnets. By configuring IP helpers on a Sophos XG Firewall, you can...
Author: Geoff Baxter
How to: Use a Sophos XG as a DHCP Server
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a vital service that simplifies network management by automatically assigning IP addresses and other network configuration parameters to devices on the network. By setting up DHCP scope on...
Sophos XG High Availability Setup Guide
Active-Passive High Availability (HA) is a critical feature that ensures the continuous availability of network services and minimizes downtime in the event of a hardware or software failure. By setting up Active-Passive HA on...
Tutorial: Setting Up SSL VPN on a Sophos XG Firewall
SSL VPN (Secure Sockets Layer Virtual Private Network) offers a secure and flexible way to provide remote access to your organization’s network resources. By setting up SSL VPN on a Sophos XG Firewall, authorized...
Setting Up IPsec VPN on Sophos XG Firewall
Setting up an IPsec Virtual Private Network (VPN) on a Sophos XG Firewall is a crucial step in establishing secure communication between remote sites or providing secure remote access for users. IPsec VPN ensures...
Sophos XG Firewall: Out of the Box Setup Guide
The Sophos XG Firewall is a powerful network security appliance that provides comprehensive protection for your organization’s network and data. Setting up a Sophos XG Firewall out of the box is a critical step...
Troubleshooting: Virtual Machine (VM) Startup Failure
Encountering a situation where a virtual machine (VM) fails to start up can be a concerning and challenging experience for any VMware ESXi administrator. In such instances, critical services may be disrupted, and the...
Configure Logging in VMware ESXi
Configuring logging in VMware ESXi is a crucial aspect of managing and troubleshooting your virtual infrastructure. Properly configured logging allows you to monitor system events, identify issues, and gather important information for diagnosing and...
Expanding Datastores in VMware ESXi
In a dynamic virtual environment, datastores in VMware ESXi can quickly reach their storage capacity as virtual machines and their associated files grow in size. When a datastore approaches its limits, it is essential...
Deploying and Configuring a vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA) – Part 3
In the previous parts of this guide, we covered the initial steps of deploying and configuring vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA), including downloading the installer, deploying the OVF template, and configuring time settings, vCenter Single...