[SONICWALL] FAIL OVER if not working.

Summary

connect laptop /network cable to the mgmt port on the sonicwall

IP: 192.168.1.254

Set Laptop IP: 192.168.1.253   -> GW: 192.168.1.254

open sonicwall via mgmt - 192.168.1.254 

login as SWADMIN - check notepad in laptop c:\temp

the home screen should reflect this

if not under -> Device -> High Availablility -> Advanced click "Force Active /Standby Failover"
 - Check workstation for internet connectivity and phones.

Article ID: 990
Type: Article
Classification: Documentation
Created: 30 Oct 2025 15:24:15
Modified: 30 Oct 2025 15:28:49
Item Types: Hardware (Systems)