Backup Checkpoint FW 1

[vallan]

I want to have a redundant copy of our FW. We have a box that is exactly identical with that of the live box. SO I want to install the same OS and the Checkpoint FW.

This is so that when the live box gives up, we will just plug in all the network cables from the live box onto this one.

After installing the OS and Firewall, how do I make a complete backup of the rules and others for restore or import into the spare box.

Thanks

 

[Lou0686]

Hi,

I actually did the same as you in creating a copy of the FW but what I did was to create a ghost image. The image will also allow you to repair the original FW once the failed hardware is replaced.

I tried it and works well. I was using Win2K as the OS.

The only issue would be that you may have to bounce the router when switching hardware...but then that's not always true.

Lou

 

[bearon]

Which version of FW-1 are you using, 4.1, NG

A good site for these type of questions is

http://www.phoneboy.com

for backup specifically take a look at this link.

http://www.phoneboy.com/search/wwwwais/wwwwais.cgi?keywords=backup

Cheers,
Ronald