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McAfee NS Series - User Manual

McAfee NS Series
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McAfee Network Security Platform
(NS9500 Sensor Product Guide)

Table of Contents

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Summary

About Network Security Sensors

Functions of an NS-series Sensor

Details the primary functions and capabilities of the NS-series Sensors in network traffic analysis and threat response.

Deployment of an NS-series Sensor

Explains the considerations and topology examples for deploying NS-series Sensors within a network environment.

NS-series physical description

Components of an NS-series Sensor

Identifies and describes the physical components and ports on the front and rear panels of the NS-series Sensor.

Sensor LEDs

Provides a detailed explanation of the status and activity indicators (LEDs) on the NS-series Sensor's front and rear panels.

Before you install

Usage restrictions

Outlines the specific limitations and prohibitions regarding the use and modification of the NS-series Sensor appliance.

Safety measures

Details critical safety warnings and precautions that must be followed before and during the installation of the Sensor.

About fiber-optic ports

Describes the types of fiber-optic connectors and compatible cable types used by the Sensor for monitoring.

Unpack the Sensor

Provides a step-by-step guide for safely unpacking the NS-series Sensor and its accessories from the shipping crate.

Setting up the Sensor

Setup overview

Outlines the sequential steps involved in setting up the NS-series Sensor, from positioning to final configuration.

How to position the Sensor

Guides users on selecting an appropriate and secure physical location for the NS-series Sensor.

Install the slide rails and rack mount the Sensor

Provides detailed instructions for assembling slide rails and mounting the NS-series Sensor into a standard equipment rack.

NS-series interface modules

2-port QSFP28 100 Gigabit Network Interface Module

Describes the features and capabilities of the 2-port QSFP28 module for 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.

4-port 10;1 GigE SM 8.5 µm Network Interface Module

Details the 4-port module with single-mode fiber for 10/1 Gigabit Ethernet and its fail-open capability.

Installation of the interface module

Explains the procedures for installing a network interface module into the NS-series Sensor, covering fresh and running installations.

Remove an interface module

Provides instructions on how to safely remove an installed network interface module from the NS-series Sensor.

Small form-factor pluggable transceiver modules

SFP+ transceiver modules

Describes the enhanced SFP+ transceiver modules supporting data rates up to 10 Gbps.

QSFP28 transceiver modules

Details the QSFP28 transceiver modules designed for 100G Ethernet applications.

Install a transceiver module

Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting small form-factor pluggable transceiver modules into the Sensor.

Remove a transceiver module

Explains the process for safely removing transceiver modules from the NS-series Sensor.

Attaching cables to the Sensor

Connect the cable to the Console port

Guides on connecting the console cable for initial setup and configuration of the NS-series Sensor.

Connect the cable to the Response port

Details how to connect the Response port cable for attack response functionality in tap or SPAN mode.

Connect the cable to the Management port

Explains the connection of the Management port cable for communication between the Sensor and the Manager.

About connecting cables to the Monitoring ports

Covers different operating modes and considerations for connecting cables to the Sensor's monitoring ports.

Turning the Sensor on and off

Managing licenses for NS9500 Sensors

Add license to the Manager

Describes the procedure for uploading and adding license files to the Manager for NS9500 Sensors.

Assign a license to a Sensor

Explains how to assign a procured license to a specific NS9500 Sensor through the Manager.

Unassign a license from a Sensor

Details the steps to remove an assigned license from an NS9500 Sensor.

Troubleshooting the Sensor

Sensor technical specifications

McAfee NS Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMcAfee
ModelNS Series
CategoryFirewall
LanguageEnglish

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