Step 1: Begin
In this guide, we provide a simple, three-step path, to quickly get you up and running with your new SRX300. We’ve simplified and shortened the installation and configuration steps, and included how-to videos. You’ll learn how to install the SRX300 in a rack, power it up, and deploy it on your network.
We think you'll want to check out our Guided Setup: SRX300 Line Firewalls. Our Guided Setup picks up where this Day One+ ends, providing step-by-step instructions on how to easily secure and validate your branch location.
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Meet the SRX300
The Juniper Networks® SRX300 Firewall provides next-generation security, routing, switching, and WAN connectivity in a small desktop device. The SRX300 features eight 1GbE ports, including six RJ-45 network ports, and two small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver ports. It also has a USB 3.0 port (type A), and a console port (RJ-45+mini USB).
Install the SRX300 in a Rack
You can install the SRX300 on a desktop, on a wall, or in a rack. This procedure shows you how to install it in a rack.
What’s in the Box?
SRX300 Firewall
A power cord appropriate for your geographic location
A USB cable
What Else Do I Need?
DB-9 to RJ-45 cable or a DB-9 to RJ-45 adapter with a CAT5E copper cable—We no longer include a DB-9 to RJ-45 cable or a DB-9 to RJ-45 adapter with a CAT5E copper cable as part of the device package. If you require a console cable, you can order it separately with the part number JNP-CBL-RJ45-DB9 (DB-9 to RJ-45 adapter with a CAT5E copper cable).
To mount the SRX300 in a rack, you’ll need to order a rack mount kit appropriate for your installation. If you don’t have a power supply adapter tray, order the SRX300-RMK0 rack mount kit. If you already have a power supply adapter tray, order the SRX300-RMK1 rack mount kit.
The SRX300-RMK0 rack mount kit has:
Twelve flat-head M3x5mm Phillips mounting screws
One mounting bracket
Power supply adapter tray and two adapter stopper brackets
The SRX300-RMK1 rack mount kit has:
Eight flat-head M3x5mm Phillips mounting screws
Two mounting brackets
You’ll also need:
Someone to help you do the installation
Rack mount screws appropriate for your rack
A number two Phillips (+) screwdriver
Rack It
Power On
Now that you’ve installed your SRX300 in the rack, you’re ready to connect it to power.