Introduction

Firewall Bypass List

What is a Bypass List?

The Firewall Bypass List allows selected computers to pass through XGate's Firewall, unaffected by the Firewall Rules.

Analogy

A bypass list is similar to a set of instructions given to a guard (the firewall) outside a building (network). These instructions tell the guard which people (computers) are allowed access to the building without any inspection.

Bypass List Details

A Bypass List entry should contain the following details

Name:

This is a friendly name so you can easily identify a bypass list entry

IP Address:

The IP address of the computer you want to bypass the Firewall.

Subnet Mask:

The Subnet Mask of the computer you want to bypass the Firewall.

To find out the IP Address and Subnet Mask of a computer please look at “How do I find out a computer’s IP Address and Subnet Mask?” in the FAQs section.