Issue with PfSense setup occurred during installation.
Issue with PfSense setup occurred during installation.
Connect to the LAN interface by accessing it through your network settings or configuration tools.
After configuring the LAN IP through the pfSense interface, verify that your local switch is linked to it. Connect another device to the switch and assign its IP address accordingly. Then configure your local machine with the following settings: IP - 172.16.0.2, Subnet - 255.255.255.0, Gateway - 172.16.0.1, Primary DNS - 172.16.0.1, Secondary DNS - blank. Open a web browser and enter https://172.16.0.1 or http://172.16.0.1 to access pfSense.
You’ve started your router and setup—great move! For strong security, consider turning on WPA3 encryption, enabling a strong password, and disabling remote management unless necessary. On your Quanta switch, keep its default settings for LAN and disable any unused services to reduce exposure. No major features need disabling unless you’re targeting specific risks.