1.3. Additional Resources

1.3.1. Technical Support

Technical support is available, in the first instance, via the reseller from which you purchased your FireBrick. FireBrick provide extensive training and support to resellers and you will find them experts in FireBrick products.

However, before contacting them, please ensure you have :-

  • upgraded your FB2500 to the latest version of software (see Section 4.3) and
  • are using the latest revision of the manual applicable to that software version and
  • have attempted to answer your query using the material in this manual

Many FireBrick resellers also offer general IT support, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and training. You may be able to get your reseller to develop FB2500 configurations for you - although this will typically be chargeable, you may well find this cost-effective, especially if you are new to FireBrick products.

If you are not satisfied with the support you are getting from your reseller, please contact us.

1.3.2. IRC Channel

A public IRC channel is available for FireBrick discussion - the IRC server is irc.z.je, and the channel is #firebrick.

1.3.3. Application Notes

Some applications notes have been created by the FireBrick team and included on the web site. There are also useful Wiki web sites provided by main dealers which cover specific configuration examples. Ask your dealer for more details. These are usually public WiKi web sites even if not buying from that specific dealer.

1.3.4. Training Courses

FireBrick provide training courses for the full Firebrick series of products, and also training course on general IP networking that are useful if you are new to networking with IP.

Training course attendance is mandatory for all FireBrick dealers to be accredited.

To obtain information about upcoming courses, please contact us via e-mail at : .