After installing a new multicore CPU in the Security Gateway, what additional task must the administrator perform?

When a new multicore CPU is installed in a Check Point Security Gateway, the administrator must take specific steps to ensure that the system can utilize the additional resources effectively. After installing the hardware, configuring CoreXL is essential, as this feature enables the Security Gateway to distribute traffic across multiple cores, which enhances performance and scalability.

The process begins with accessing the command line interface and running the cpconfig command. Inside this configuration utility, the administrator can enable or configure CoreXL to recognize and utilize the new cores. Following this configuration, it is necessary to exit cpconfig and reboot the Security Gateway. Rebooting applies the changes made during the configuration and ensures that the system initializes properly with the updated CPU core settings.

While the statement indicating that Check Point will automatically utilize the new CPU and cores may sound feasible, without explicit configuration of CoreXL, the system won't take full advantage of the additional processing capabilities. Thus, proper intervention by the administrator is vital to optimize the performance of the Security Gateway post-installation of new hardware.