Install the ION 1000 in Control Mode

1. Plan and prepare for cabling and connection of the ION 1000 to insert it into your network.
   Ensure that internet access using a private WAN connection or direct internet broadband is available at your site to allow remote configuration of the ION 1000.
2. Power on the ION 1000 and connect the cables:
   1. Connect the power cable to the power adapter and the adapter to the ION device.
   2. Next, plug the device power cable into an AC power outlet. When the device is powered on, the power indicator turns green.
3. Connect the internet or WAN or LAN ports:
   1. Connect the ION device port 1 or 2 to a DHCP-enabled network that has access to the internet, such as an Internet Service Provider (ISP) cable modem.
   2. If there are no DHCP-enabled networks, access the console and assign a static IP on port 1 or 2.
4. Verify the device connection to the Prisma SD-WAN controller.
   Upon successful connection, the controller connectivity indicator light on the ION device turns to green. The ION device is now connected to the Prisma SD-WAN controller and displays on the Prisma SD-WAN console under Unclaimed Devices.
5. Connect to the Prisma SD-WAN console.
   1. Log in to the Prisma SD-WAN console using the provided login credentials.
   2. Navigate to MapUnclaimed Devices to verify that the ION device is listed as Online under Unclaimed Devices.
   3. Select the device and Claim the device.
6. Next Step: Proceed to assign the device and configure it to a site.