Exam: 156-703


Course:: Check Point Connectra

Objectives

Compare and contrast Connectra server-side and client-side security features.
Compare the deployment of Connectra in the DMZ versus a LAN.
Create the necessary rule bases to control communication and traffic for both a DMZ and LAN deployment.
Perform an initial installation and configuration of Connectra, based on administrative requirements
Define admin-portal menu items and features.
Define and configure device options in the admin portal.
Configure SSL Network Extender for Network and Application Modes.
Define and configure Web data compression.
Configure authentication and authorization settings for internal and external user groups.
Define and configure protection-level settings.
Define and configure internal and external user groups.
Create LDAP, RADIUS, and SecurID servers and user groups.
Discuss and configure a Web application.
Discuss and configure a Web-mail service.
Configure file shares.
Configure a network application under Network Mode.
Configure a Citrix service.
Define and configure server certificate and client certificate.
Log in to Connectra with the signed certificate.
Configure SmartDefense for network security protection.
Configure SmartDefense Application Intelligence protection.
Configure Web Intelligence protection.
Configure Integrity Secure Workspace and confirm client-side functionality.
Configure ICS for scanning potential threats to firewalls, to meet requirements.
Contrast and compare the different client verification scan options for Connectra client verification.
Test client-side behavior when applying security protection.
Configure log settings for Connectra using the SmartCenter server in SmartDashboard
Install and configure a Connectra database in SmartDashboard.
Configure a remote log server.
Compare and contrast the Connectra Cluster XL and HA options for protecting mission critical remote access network connections.
Design/Plan a Connectra cluster deployed behind the DMZ interface of a firewall.
Provide troubleshooting tips for common Connectra error messages, Citrix and ClusterXL problems.
Compare and contrast the use of common Secure Platform system commands/tools for Connectra distaster recovery and troubleshooting.
Troubleshoot an LDAP error message using logged data.
Create a snapshot image of Connectra and revert to the saved snapshot image.
Create a backup file from the admin portal and from the command line, then restore a Connectra configuration from the backup.