GFI LANguard 9 Getting Started Guide - Security-science
GFI LANguard 9Getting Started GuideBy GFI Software Ltd.
http://www.gfi.comemail: info@gfi.comInformation in this document is subject to change without notice.Companies, names, and data used in examples herein are fictitiousunless otherwise noted. No part of this document may be reproducedor transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical,for any purpose, without the express written permission of GFISoftware Ltd.GFI LANguard was developed by GFI Software Ltd. GFI LANguard iscopyright of GFI Software Ltd. 2000-2009 GFI Software Ltd. Allrights reserved.GFI LANguard is a registered trademark and GFI Software Ltd. andthe GFI logo are trademarks of GFI Software Ltd. in the Europe, theUnited States and other countries.Last updated: 4TH September 2009Version: LANSS-GSG-EN-01.00.00
Contents1Introduction1.11.22Installing GFI LANguard 92.12.22.33IntroductionSystem requirementsInstalling GFI LANguardTroubleshooting and support3.13.23.33.43.53.64About this manualLicensingIndexGetting started guideIntroductionKnowledge BaseWeb ForumRequest technical supportBuild notificationsDocumentation11122231111111111121213 i
1 Introduction1.1 About this manualThe scope of this ‘Getting started guide’ is to help you install and runGFI LANguard on your network with minimum effort. It: Guides you through the respective installation procedure, Walks you through the key steps needed to get the productrunning on default settings.Manual structureThis manual is designed to guide you through the sequence of stepsneeded to: Identify product prerequisites applicable to your network Prepare your environment for product installation Install/Upgrade GFI LANguard Configure, test, and run the productAdministration and customizationDetailed administration and customization guidelines are provided in aseparate manual called ‘GFI LANguard administration andcustomization manual’ that is installed with the product or separatelydownloadable from the GFI website. This administration andcustomization manual complements this getting started guide byproviding more detailed information on how to use and customize thefeatures provided in GFI LANguard (e.g. tweaking of scanningprofiles).1.2 LicensingInformation on licensing is available g/licensingGetting started guideIntroduction 1
2 Installing GFI LANguard 92.1 IntroductionGFI LANguard 9 can be installed on any computer on your networkthat has network access to the scan targets. It enables you to scan awide range of computer and servers running a wide range of operatingsystems such as Microsoft Windows, UNIX, Linux, and MAC OS.2.2 System requirements2.2.1 SoftwareSupported operating systems Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Standard/Enterprise (x86 or x64) Microsoft Small Business Server 2008 Standard (x86 or x64) Microsoft Windows Vista Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (x86 orx64) Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard/Enterprise (x86 or x64) Microsoft Small Business Server 2003 Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 or higher (x86 or x64) Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional/Server/Advanced Server(SP4 or higher) Microsoft Small Business Server 2000 (SP2) / 2003 (SP1)Supported databases Microsoft Access Microsoft SQL Server 2000 or later, MSDE/SQL Server ExpressEditionOther server componentsThe following components are required to be installed on the serverwhere GFI LANguard is installed: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 Internet Explorer 5.1 or higher Client for Microsoft Network component – included by default inMicrosoft Windows 95 and later.Target computer componentsThe following components are required to be installed on targetcomputers for GFI LANguard to be able to scan them:2 Installing GFI LANguard 9Getting started guide
Secure Shell (SSH) – Required for UNIX based scan targets.Commonly included as part of all major Unix/Linux distributions. SAMBA (SMB) server – Required for UNIX-based scanningtargets. Commonly included as part of all major Unix/Linuxdistributions. Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) – Required to scanWindows-based scan targets. Included in all Windows 2000 ornewer operating systems.2.2.2 System requirements: HardwareHardware requirements depend on network size. Refer to Table 1below for the minimum specifications according to your network size.1 to 10 scantargets10 to 500scan targets500 to 1500scan targetsProcessor1 GHz2 GHz2 X 3 GHzQuad CorePhysical Storage500 MB2 GB10 GBMemory512 MB2 GB4 GBNetworkbandwidth usage256 KBps256 KBps to256 KBps to550 KBps550 KBpsTable 1 - GFI LANguard hardware requirements2.3 Installing GFI LANguard2.3.1 Upgrade from earlier versionsIf you are currently using a previous version of GFI LANguard(versions 7 or 8), you can upgrade your current installation while at thesame time retain all your existing custom scan profiles, scheduledscan details, mail server settings and the scan results database.Important notesUpgrades cannot be undone i.e. you cannot downgrade to an earlierversion once you have installed the latest version.On upgrading an existing installation, licensing reverts to trial versionand a new fully purchased license key for the GFI LANguard 9 isrequired. For more information on new license keys, refer to:http://customers.gfi.comYou cannot change the installation path during GFI LANguardupgrades.Upgrade procedure1. Launch GFI LANguard installation (LANguard9.exe) on themachine where your earlier version of GFI LANguard is installed. ClickNext to proceed with upgrade.Getting started guideInstalling GFI LANguard 9 3
Screenshot 1 – Select the configuration and log files to remove during upgrades.2. Select the configuration data files to remove during upgrades andclick Next.NOTE: Not selecting any options retains any existing configurationdata.3. Click Yes to start the upgrade process and follow on screeninstructions. For assistance refer to New Installations section below.2.3.2 New installationsPre-install actions1. Before starting installation, close any running Windows applications.Installation procedure1. Logon the machine where GFI LANguard will be installed usingadministrator credentials.2. Double click LANguard9.exe (x32 or x64 install). Click Next tocontinue setup.3. Read licensing agreement. To proceed with the installation select Iaccept the license agreement and click Next.4 Installing GFI LANguard 9Getting started guide
Screenshot 2 – Specify user details4. Specify user details and enter license key. Click Next to continue.Screenshot 3 – Installation: Attendant service credentials5. Key in the administrator credentials and password to be used by theservice under which scheduled operations will operate. Click Next tocontinue setup.NOTE: If the credentials submitted are not valid, a message will bedisplayed giving the user the ability to skip or re-submit theverification.6. Click Next to install in the default location or click Browse tochange path.Getting started guideInstalling GFI LANguard 9 5
7. Click Finish to finalize installation.2.3.3 Post install actionsModify default settingsNotwithstanding the fact that GFI LANguard is specifically designed tobe usable right after installing, the first thing to do after installation is toreview the default settings and amend them according to your needsand requirements.1. Launch the GFI LANguard management console from Start Programs GFI LANguard 9.0 LANguard.Screenshot 4 - Modify default settings2. From the Network Audit tab, select Scan tab and click on Modifydefault settings.6 Installing GFI LANguard 9Getting started guide
Screenshot 5 - Current configuration settings dialog3. From the current configuration settings dialog displayed, select anyof the following options to modify default settings.Database backendBy default, GFI LANguard uses a Microsoft Access based databaseback end. It is highly recommended that you change the backenddatabase to a Microsoft SQL/MSDE/SQL Express database backendas soon as you install GFI LANguard. This enables you to availyourself of the better performance and scalability that these databasesystems offer. To change your database:1. Select Access database details option.Getting started guideInstalling GFI LANguard 9 7
Screenshot 6 – Change database backend.2. Select: MS SQL Server option and provide name or IP address of theSQL/MSDE database and the required credentials to use aMicrosoft SQL server database. MS Access and provide the folder where the database is locatedto use an MS Access database.3. Click Apply and OK to save settings.Alerting optionsAlerting options enable you to receive mail notifications after eachscheduled scan informing you of the success/failure of such scan.Configure alerting to ensure you keep up to date with GFI LANguardautomated scanning.1. Select Mail Server details option.8 Installing GFI LANguard 9Getting started guide
Screenshot 7 - Alerting options dialog2. In the alerting options dialog, key in all the values required by GFILANguard to be able to send emails. Click Verify Settings to confirmthe validity of the settings keyed in.3. Click OK to save settings.GFI LANguard and Microsoft updatesAfter having configured the GFI LANguard database backend and theAlerting options, next configure the GFI LANguard and Microsoftupdates schedule. By default LANguard is configured to downloadupdates everyday at 3:00pm. To customize GFI LANguard updatesone can;1. Enable/Disable Updates by check /un-check the Enable scheduledupdate.2.Customize the update schedule by modifying the Resource pattern.3.Download updates from GFI Web site or enter an alternativelocation.Test your installationOnce GFI LANguard is installed, start using GFI LANguard on yourinstallation and remediate any vulnerability on your network. To testyour installation:Getting started guideInstalling GFI LANguard 9 9
1. Launch the GFI LANguard management console from Start Programs GFI LANguard 9.0 LANguard.2. Click on Quick Scan.3. Select Scan this computer and click Next.4. Select Currently logged on user and click Scan.Screenshot 8 - Scan completed successfully5. Ensure that the scan completes successfully.2.3.4 GFI LANguard customizationAt this stage, your GFI LANguard installation is set up. Refer to the‘GFI LANguard administration and configuration manual’ for moredetails on how to further customize and use GFI LANguard.10 Installing GFI LANguard 9Getting started guide
3 Troubleshooting and support3.1 IntroductionThis chapter explains how to resolve any GFI LANguard issuesencountered during installation. The main sources of informationavailable to solve these issues are: This manual – most issues can be solved through the informationin this manual section. GFI Knowledge Base articles Web forums Contacting GFI Technical Support3.2 Knowledge BaseGFI maintains a comprehensive Knowledge Base repository, whichincludes answers to the most common installation problems. In casethat the information in this manual does not solve your installationproblems, next refer to the Knowledge Base. The Knowledge Basealways has the most up-to-date listing of technical support questionsand patches. Access the Knowledge Base by visiting:http://kbase.gfi.com/3.3 Web ForumUser to user technical support is available via the GFI web forum.Access the web forum by visiting:http://forums.gfi.com/.3.4 Request technical supportIf none of the resources listed above enable you to solve your issues,contact the GFI Technical Support team by filling in an online supportrequest form or by phone.Online: Fill out the support request form and follow the instructions onthis page closely to submit your support request one: To obtain the correct technical support phone number for yourregion please visit:http://www.gfi.com/company/contact.htmNOTE: Before you contact our Technical Support team, please haveyour Customer ID available. Your Customer ID is the online accountnumber that is assigned to you when you first register your licensekeys in our Customer Area at:http://customers.gfi.com.We will answer your query within 24 hours or less, depending on yourtime zone.Getting started guideTroubleshooting and support 11
3.5 Build notificationsWe strongly suggest that you subscribe to our build notifications list.This way, you will be immediately notified about new product builds.To subscribe to our build notifications, 3.6 DocumentationIf this manual does not satisfy your expectations, or if you think thatthis documentation can be improved in any way, let us know via emailon:documentation@gfi.com12 Troubleshooting and supportGetting started guide
4 IndexDLdatabase, 7Licensing, 1databases, 2licensing agreement, 4HNHardware, 3NET Framework, 2IOinstall, 1, 4, 5, 6, 7operating systems, 2Internet Explorer, 2UUpgrade, 1, 3Getting started guideTroubleshooting and support 13
10 Installing GFI LANguard 9 Getting started guide 1. Launch the GFI LANguard management console from Start Programs GFI LANguard 9.0 LANguard. 2. Click on Quick Scan. 3. Select Scan this computer and click Next. 4. Select
220 220 s sss 3 lcfp s s gfi gfi gfi gfi wp gfi 60x30 free standing ss 3 ss 3 gfi 24" ut s s s ref gfi gfi gfi gfi gfi gfi 2 r & 2 s 1. all dimensions are to the rough frame of studs 2. center all openings unless otherwise not
GFI LANguard N.S.S. will need approximately 40 MB of free hard disk space. 9. After GFI LANguard N.S.S. has been installed, you can run GFI LANguard Network Security Scanner from the start menu. Entering your License key after installation If you have purchased GFI LANguard N.S.S., you can e
GFI LANguard Network Security Scanner Introduction 1 Introduction Introduction to GFI LANguard Network Security Scanner GFI LANguard Network Security Scanner (GFI LANguard N.S.S.) is a security auditing tool, which proactively reports, and suppor
GFI LANguard 9.0 default reports The GFI LANguard 9.0 default reports are a collection of specialized pre-configured reports which plug into the GFI ReportCenter framework. These reports present the results of network security scans performed by GFI LANguard and allow for the generation of
for GFI LanGuard GFI LanGuard Prepared by the Product Management Team at New Boundary . First you’ll need to download and install SQL 2008 R2 with Management Tools. Use the link below to download the correct versio
GFI LANguard 9 Manuale Introduzione i Indice 1 Introduzione 1 1.1 Introduzione a GFI LANguard 1 1.2 Componenti di GFI LANguard 1 1.3 Strategia di gestione delle vulnerabilità 2 2 Fase 1: Esecuzione di un controllo 3 2
WSUS and GFI LANguard What is GFI LANguard? GFI LANguard is a security scanner that checks your network for possible security vulnerabilities by scanning your entire network for missing security patches, service packs, open shares, open ports, unused user accounts and more. Its powerful reporting allows you to easily lock down your network .
(A Statutory body of the Government of Andhra Pradesh) 3rd,4th and 5th floors, Neeladri Towers, Sri Ram Nagar, 6th Battalion Road, Atmakur(V), Mangalagiri(M), Guntur-522 503, Andhra Pradesh Web: www.apsche.org Email: acapsche@gmail.com REVISED SYLLABUS OF B.A. /B.Sc. MATHEMATICS UNDER CBCS FRAMEWORK WITH EFFECT FROM 2020-2021
