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Deploying the Web Security Appliance

Different Deployment Modes for the WSA

Explicit Forward Mode

  • Endpoint explicitly configured to use WSA
  • Can use PAC file to configure machine

Transparent Mode

  • WCCP configured
  • Policy Based Routing or a L4-7 device can also be used to redirect traffic

Licensing and Initial Setup of the WSA

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Finishing the Setup Using the GUI

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Integrating the WSA with Active Directory

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Configuring Identification Profiles

Identification Profiles

  • WSA imposes policies based off of various criteria
  • Policies can use user/group information, subnet, and proxy ports
  • Different identification profiles can be used for different policies

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