Deploying a Dedicated Log Server

To deploy a dedicated Log Server, you must install it, and then connect it to the Security Management Server.

Installing a Dedicated Log Server

1. Download the R80.20 installation ISO file.
2. Install the ISO on the appliance or open server.
3. Reboot when prompted.
4. Connect to the Portal of the Log Server:
   https://<ServerIP>
5. Run the First Time Configuration Wizard.
6. On the Installation Type page, select Security Management.
7. On the Products page:
   • On a Smart-1 appliance, select Dedicated Server and SmartEvent.
   • On an open server, select Log Server/SmartEvent only.

Connecting the Dedicated Log Server to the Security Management Server

You can connect the R80.20 Log Server to an R80.20 Security Management Server.

To connect the R80.20 Log Server to an R80.20 Security Management Server:

1. In SmartConsole, create a new Check Point host object for the Log Server.
2. Create SIC trust with the Log Server.
3. Select Version R80.20.
4. In the General Properties page Management tab, enable Logging & Status.
5. Click Publish.
6. In the Menu, click Install Database.