Guide on SmartConsoleThis section covers how to manage CheckPoint – FPT NGFW through the SmartConsole application, including accessing SmartConsole, installing policies, creating objects, firewall rules, NAT rules, investigating logs, and managing Blades and accounts.›Access SmartConsoleStep 1: Download and install the SmartConsole software from the official link.›Install PolicyAny changes made in SmartConsole must be published and installed via Install Policy before they take effect.›Create objectObjects define the hosts, network ranges, ports, and other entities used when setting up rules.›Create firewall ruleStep 1: In the Menu, select Security Policies (Ctrl + 2) > select Access Control > select Policy.›Create NAT ruleStep 1: In the Object Pane (F11) > find the object to SNAT > right-click and select Edit.›Investigate logsStep 1: In the menu, select Logs and Monitor (Ctrl + 3) > in the New Tab view > select Audit Log View.›Manage BladesStep 1: In the Menu, select Gateway and Servers (Ctrl + 1) > select Gateway > click Edit.›Manage accountsStep 1: In the Menu, select Manage and Settings (Ctrl + 4) > select Permissions & Administrators > click New.›OverviewCheckPoint FPT NGFW›