Recommended Migration Steps

The following steps outline the recommended process for migrating to a Gen8 firewall.

1. Confirm Compatibility – Verify that the source device and firmware are supported for migration.

2. Remove Unsupported Interfaces – Delete any VLAN, tunnel, or WLAN configurations prior to export.

3. Export Configuration File – Generate an .EXP file from the source device.

4. Use the Migration Tool (if needed) – Convert the settings for intermediate compatibility where required.

5. Import to Gen8 Device – Upload the settings file to your new TZ or NSa Series firewall.

6. Validate the Configuration – Review key policies, address objects, and settings to ensure they transferred correctly.