For firewall and network security device topics (e.g. pfSense, ASA, WatchGuard, SonicWall configuration and issues).
How To Factory Reset & Configure a Sonicwall SOHO-W Factory Resetting Without Access To Password This blog post details the process of accessing a Sonicwall APL-0BA (SOHO-W) in safemode and booting into the firmware with factory defaults. You may find yourself wanting to do this if you cannot recover the firewall’s password. Using the Setup
How To Factory Reset & Configure a Sonicwall SOHO-W Read More »
Troubleshooting Static Routing & Policies With Watchguard Firewalls Introduction A static route is a path to a network that you manually configure on a router, firewall or other Layer 3 devices. Using static routes can be an excellent choice for smaller networks because they are simple to configure. However, in larger networks – like the
Troubleshooting Static Routing & Policies With Watchguard Firewalls Read More »
Layer 2 vs. Layer 3: Insights from Troubleshooting PfSense Troubleshooting The Scenario: Blocking SSH Traffic on the LAN In PfSense, I have a VLAN interface named ‘LAN’ configured to pass VLAN 10 traffic. A Raspberry Pi 4 is connected to the LAN network, which uses the 10.50.50.0/24 subnet. I want to block SSH traffic going
Layer 2 vs. Layer 3: Insights from Troubleshooting PfSense Troubleshooting Read More »
How To Configure A Cisco ASA 5505 If you are studying for the CCNA and your goal is just to pass the test then by all means you can skip reading this blog post. However, if your goal is not only to pass your CCNA but also to learn real-world skills I highly recommend learning
Lately I have done a really good job at trying to document the fun I have in my home lab environment. My goal is to post a blog on my site at least once a week. However, in the past couple weeks I decided to increase the complexity of the network I have been building
