ExtraHop Trace Post-deployment Checklist

This document is a guide that outlines the necessary steps to configure the ExtraHop Trace appliance after deployment. It begins by instructing users to log in to the Administration settings of the ExtraHop system. Key configurations include changing the default password to maintain system security, verifying and syncing NTP settings to ensure accurate time for event correlation, and setting the correct time zone for scheduled dashboard reports. The guide also details the setup of remote authentication using LDAP, RADIUS, and TACACS+, and emphasizes the importance of updating the system firmware to the latest version. Additional configurations include setting up audit logging to a remote syslog collector, configuring SMTP for alert notifications, and managing system notifications for disk errors. Furthermore, it advises on connecting and configuring the iDRAC port for remote access and generating a custom SSL certificate if a PKI deployment is in place. Lastly, it suggests creating DNS A records for easier access to Trace appliances.