Netgate 7100 - Connecting to the Console; Updates; Input and Output Ports; Networking Ports

Security Gateway Manual XG-7100
1.3.4 Connecting to the Console
There are times when accessing the console is required. Perhaps GUI console access has been locked out, or the
password has been lost or forgotten.
See also:
Connecting to the USB Console Port. Cable is required.
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1.3.5 Updates
When a new version of pfSense Plus software is available, the device will indicate the availability of the new version
on the System Information dashboard widget. Users can peform a manual check as well by visiting System > Update.
Users can initiate an upgrade from the System > Update page as needed.
For more information, see the Upgrade Guide.
1.4 Input and Output Ports
Fig. 12: Netgate 7100 DT Firewall Appliance
The items in this image are described by entries in Networking Ports and Other Ports, Buttons, and Indicators.
1.4.1 Networking Ports
Interface Name Port Name Port Type Port Speed
WAN ETH1 RJ-45 1 Gbps
LAN ETH2-ETH8 RJ-45 1 Gbps
OPT1 IX0 SFP+ 10 Gbps
OPT2 IX1 SFP+ 10 Gbps
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