When deploying your Gigabit Ethernet ports in Inline Fail Open - Passive mode, you must verify RJ-11 to RJ-45 control cable connection is in place between X1(RJ-11)NS7500 and PFO(RJ-45) control ports.
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Fail-open operation for GE ports requires use of the optional Bypass Switch provided in the Gigabit Fail-Open Bypass Kits (sold separately).
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For more information on steps on how to properly connect your Sensor for GE Inline Fail-Open functionality, see Trellix Intrusion Prevention System Installation Guide.
The port status and operating mode status for Manager fail-open passive for NS-series Sensors are as follows::
Inline Fail Open - Passive port status | Operating Mode Status on PFO |
|---|---|
Present | The inline fail open - passive kit is in inline fail-open mode. |
Bypassing | The inline fail open - passive kit is in bypass mode. The bypass switch has been activated. The sensor does not monitor traffic during this time. For example, when sensor ports are administratively disabled. |
Unknown | Unable to get the status of the inline fail-open passive kit. For example, when the control cable is unplugged. |
N/A | Not Applicable; the operating mode is not in inline fail open - passive mode. |