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F5 Networks' FirePass Controller: Clientless SSL for Remote Access: Page 4 of 6

• User and management interfaces could be more informative and user-friendly
• Windows admin privileges required to install virtual network adapter

FirePass Controller, $10,000. F5 Networks, (206) 272-5555. www.f5.com

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We set up the device with a number of users, using the device's internal user database for authentication. This part of the configuration was easy and worked immediately. From the client side, connecting the FirePass was a breeze, and using the browser-only interface doesn't require user configuration. Simply enter the URL for the device, then type in your user name and password.

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We tested the box using Internet Explorer, Netscape and Mozilla. All three browsers successfully established the SSL connection to the FirePass and brought up the virtual desktop interface. The user interface could use tweaking--it's not always clear what to do or enter next.