156-215.80 · Question #207
Which of these components does NOT require a Security Gateway R77 license?
The correct answer is C. SmartConsole. This question tests knowledge of which Check Point R77 components require a Security Gateway license versus those that do not.
Question
Which of these components does NOT require a Security Gateway R77 license?
Options
- ASecurity Management Server
- BCheck Point Gateway
- CSmartConsole
- DSmartUpdate upgrading/patching
How the community answered
(39 responses)- A3% (1)
- B8% (3)
- C87% (34)
- D3% (1)
Why each option
This question tests knowledge of which Check Point R77 components require a Security Gateway license versus those that do not.
The Security Management Server requires its own dedicated license to operate as a management platform, separate from gateway licenses.
A Check Point Gateway is the primary enforcement point and inherently requires a Security Gateway license to activate and enforce policy.
SmartConsole (including SmartDashboard and other GUI clients) is a management client application that connects to the Security Management Server. It is freely available and does not require a Security Gateway license because it is not a security enforcement point - it is simply a UI for administration.
SmartUpdate uses licensed functionality to manage software packages and licenses on gateways, and requires appropriate entitlement tied to the managed gateways.
Concept tested: Check Point R77 component licensing requirements
Source: https://supportcenter.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk33781
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