Configuring Check Point NGX VPN-1/FireWall-1

Chapter 15: Monitoring Tools

Introduction

Check Point has developed a great tool that supplies you with the power to metamorphose all your raw log data into a more readable format. With options that let you create self-explanatory graphs, Eventia Reporter is great for presentations to senior management. Also, these formats provide you with teaching material in case you need to train other employees or you just want to explain a particular incident to them. In this chapter, we will see what types of native reports are with Eventia Reporter and how you may customize this tool to better accommodate your needs.

In addition, Check Point has enhanced its SmartView Monitor. This chapter demonstrates how to set up SmartView Monitor in a way that will allow you to view all your security components that your SmartCenter manages. It enables the administrator to quickly retrieve the status of each device the SmartCenter Server manages. You will be able to appreciate the many different components for each device or user this tool makes available to you. For instance, SmartView Monitor tracks system information such as disk, memory, and CPU usage for your convenience. Moreover, this console displays information regarding the policy you last installed and how many VPN tunnels are active with any associated users. If you recall the SmartView Status console, know that Check Point has removed this and has incorporated it into SmartView Monitor.

Installation

When you initially install your SmartCenter Server, you have the option of installing Eventia Reporter with it. In this manner,...

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