Firewall Devices

SonicWall TZ270 Network Security Appliance Firewall (02-SSC-2821)
Item # : IM18LP394
Model # : 02-SSC-2821
No reviews yet
  • Wired firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness
  • The latest SonicWall TZ270 series, are the first desktop form factor next generation firewalls (NGFW) with 10 or 5 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces. The series consist of a wide range of products to suit a variety of use cases.
Price is $485.13
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Sonicwall TZ370 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6443)
Sonicwall TZ370 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6443)
Item # : IM18LP305
Model # : 02-SSC-6443
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW)
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $549.29
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Sonicwall TZ270W 02-SSC-2823 Wired and Wireless Firewall
Sonicwall TZ270W 02-SSC-2823 Wired and Wireless Firewall
Item # : IM18LP435
Model # : 02-SSC-2823
No reviews yet
  • Wired and wireless firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness
  • Features eight 1GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $568.74
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Sonicwall TZ670/570 Rack Mount Kit, Black (02-SSC-3112)
Item # : IM18CN466
Model # : 02-SSC-3112
No reviews yet
  • This kit provides rack-mountable option for the selected desktop firewalls
  • Compatible with SonicWall TZ670/570 firewalls
Price is $196.59
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Sonicwall TZ470W 02-SSC-6800 Desktop Wired/Wireless Firewall
Sonicwall TZ470W 02-SSC-6800 Desktop Wired/Wireless Firewall
Item # : IM18LP259
Model # : 02-SSC-6800
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor nextgeneration firewall is designed for small organizations and distributed enterprise delivers industry-validated security effectiveness with best-in-class price-performance
  • Contains eight 1GbE, two 2.5GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $2,070.37
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Sonicwall TZ270 Next-Generation Firewall Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6447)
Sonicwall TZ270 Next-Generation Firewall Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6447)
Item # : IM18LP395
Model # : 02-SSC-6447
No reviews yet
TZ270 High Availability Appliance
  • High Availability Appliance Only. Must be paired with a primary unit
  • Ports: 8x1GbE, 2 USB 3.0, 1 Console
Price is $383.97
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Sonicwall NSa 2700 Next-Generation Firewall, Rack Mounted (02-SSC-8198)
Item # : IM18UK557
Model # : 02-SSC-8198
No reviews yet
  • Next-generation firewall offers medium- to large-sized enterprises outstanding performance at a low total cost of ownership
  • Features 16x1GbE, three 10G SFP+, two USB 3.0, one console, and one management port
Price is $5,027.82
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Sonicwall TZ370 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-2825)
Item # : IM18LP304
Model # : 02-SSC-2825
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW)
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $653.36
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Sonicwall Generation 7 NSa 2700 Promotional Tradeup Next-Generation Firewall, Rack Mounted (03-SSC-1375)~#|#~CBF1A99B-2BB0-48A5-8757E1FAEB7CC67D_sc7
Item # : IM1HK8414
Model # : 03-SSC-1375
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  • Designed for medium- to large-sized enterprises and distributed enterprise with SD-Branch locations, the NSa 2700 next-generation firewall (NGFW) delivers industry-validated security effectiveness
  • Comes in a 1U rack mount form factor
Price is $5,934.61
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Sonicwall Generation 7 Next-Generation Firewall, Rack Mounted (02-SSC-8206)
Item # : IM19AN279
Model # : 02-SSC-8206
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  • This wired next-generation firewall (NGFW) offers medium- to large-size enterprises outstanding performance at a low cost
  • Contains 24 x 1GbE, 6 x 10G SFP+, 4 x 5G SFP+, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x console, 1 x management port
Price is $6,693.27
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Sonicwall TZ370 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6819)
Sonicwall TZ370 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6819)
Item # : IM18LP308
Model # : 02-SSC-6819
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW)
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $1,322.60
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Sonicwall TZ370 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6820)
Sonicwall TZ370 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6820)
Item # : IM18LP312
Model # : 02-SSC-6820
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW)
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $1,560.83
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Sonicwall TZ470W 02-SSC-6801 Wired and Wireless Firewall
Sonicwall TZ470W 02-SSC-6801 Wired and Wireless Firewall
Item # : IM18LP263
Model # : 02-SSC-6801
No reviews yet
  • Wired and wireless firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness with one-year TotalSecure Advanced Edition
  • Features eight 1GbE, two 2.5 GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $2,243.29
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Sonicwall TZ570 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5687)
Item # : IM18CN756
Model # : 02-SSC-5687
No reviews yet
  • Designed for small to midsize organizations and distributed enterprises with SD-branch locations, this desktop firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness with performance
  • Contains eight 1GbE, two 5GbE, two USB 3.0, one console ports
Price is $4,266.94
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Sonicwall TZ370 W Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-7299)
Sonicwall TZ370 W Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-7299)
Item # : IM18LP360
Model # : 02-SSC-7299
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW)
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $1,669.99
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Sonicwall TZ370 Promotional Tradeup Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (03-SSC-0739)~#|#~73D77F7C-8357-4CB4-AB31872BA37225A6_sc7
Item # : IM110TV66
Model # : 03-SSC-0739
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  • Designed for mid-size organizations and distributed enterprise with SD-Branch locations, the TZ370 next-generation firewall (NGFW) delivers industry-validated security effectiveness
  • Comes in a desktop form factor
Price is $1,927.80
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Sonicwall TZ270W 02-SSC-6858 Wired and Wireless Firewall
Item # : IM18LP453
Model # : 02-SSC-6858
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  • Wired and wireless firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness
  • Features eight 1GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $1,219.72
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Sonicwall Generation 7 Next-Generation Firewall, Rack Mounted (02-SSC-2837)
Item # : IM18CN459
Model # : 02-SSC-2837
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  • This wired next-generation firewall (NGFW) offers medium- to large-size enterprises outstanding performance at a low cost
  • Contains 2 x 40G, 8 x 25G, 4 x 10G/5G/2.5/1G SFP+, 4 x 10G/5G/2.5G/1G (copper), 16 x 1GbE (copper), 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x console, 1 x management ports
Price is $1,868.47
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SonicWall TZ270W 02-SSC-7313 with 1-year TotalSecure Threat Edition Firewall
SonicWall TZ270W 02-SSC-7313 with 1-year TotalSecure Threat Edition Firewall
Item # : IM18LP443
Model # : 02-SSC-7313
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  • Save space and money with an integrated gateway security solution with firewalling, switching, and wireless capabilities
  • Dimensions: 1.8"H x 5.3"W x 7.5"D
Price is $1,039.77
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Sonicwall TZ370 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6823)
Item # : IM18LP311
Model # : 02-SSC-6823
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW)
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $1,629.99
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Sonicwall TZ670 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5654)
Item # : IM18CN460
Model # : 02-SSC-5654
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  • This wireless/wired NGFW firewall is highly scalable, with a high port density of up to eight ports
  • Contains 8 x 1GbE, 2 x 10G SFP+, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x console ports
Price is $1,435.09
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Sonicwall TZ670 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5660)
Sonicwall TZ670 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5660)
Item # : IM18CN464
Model # : 02-SSC-5660
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW) with 10Gb Ethernet interfaces
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, 2 x 10GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $4,209.99
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Sonicwall TZ570 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5686)
Item # : IM18CN755
Model # : 02-SSC-5686
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  • This wireless/wired NGFW firewall is highly scalable, with a high port density of up to eight ports
  • Contains 8 x 1GbE, 2 x 5G SFP+, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x console ports
Price is $3,033.17
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Sonicwall TZ470W 02-SSC-2831 Desktop Wired/Wireless Firewall
Sonicwall TZ470W 02-SSC-2831 Desktop Wired/Wireless Firewall
Item # : IM18LP255
Model # : 02-SSC-2831
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor nextgeneration firewall is designed for small organizations and distributed enterprise delivers industry-validated security effectiveness with best-in-class price-performance
  • Contains eight 1GbE, two 2.5GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $1,165.51
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Sonicwall TZ570 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5676)
Item # : IM18CN754
Model # : 02-SSC-5676
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  • This wireless/wired NGFW firewall is highly scalable, with a high port density of up to eight ports
  • Contains 8 x 1GbE, 2 x 5G SFP+, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x console ports
Price is $2,827.48
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Sonicwall TZ470 02-SSC-6794 Wired Firewall
Sonicwall TZ470 02-SSC-6794 Wired Firewall
Item # : IM18LP218
Model # : 02-SSC-6794
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  • Wired firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness with one-year TotalSecure Essential Edition
  • Features eight 1GbE, two 2.5 GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $2,079.71
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WatchGuard 802.3at PoE+ Injector with AC cord (US)
Item # : IM12KH730
Model # : WG8599
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  • Certifications & Standards: IEEE 802.3at
  • PoE Injector
Price is $56.79
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Sonicwall TZ670 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5675)
Item # : IM18CN748
Model # : 02-SSC-5675
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  • This wireless/wired NGFW firewall is highly scalable, with a high port density of up to eight ports
  • Contains 8 x 1GbE, 2 x 10G SFP+, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x console ports
Price is $3,519.15
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Sonicwall TZ670 Next-Generation Firewall with 1 Year Support Service, Desktop (02-SSC-5858)
Item # : IM18CN462
Model # : 02-SSC-5858
No reviews yet
  • This wireless/wired NGFW firewall is highly scalable, with a high port density of up to eight ports
  • Contains 8 x 1GbE, 2 x 10G SFP+, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x console ports
Price is $2,290.02
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Sonicwall TZ270 Next-Generation Firewall Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6847)
Sonicwall TZ270 Next-Generation Firewall Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6847)
Item # : IM18LP401
Model # : 02-SSC-6847
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewalls (NGFW) with 1 x Gigabit Ethernet interface
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $1,139.99
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Sonicwall TZ670 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5659)
Item # : IM18CN463
Model # : 02-SSC-5659
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  • Designed for small to midsize organizations and distributed enterprises with SD-branch locations, this desktop firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness with performance
  • Contains eight 1GbE, two 10GbE, two USB 3.0, one console ports
Price is $3,360.39
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Sonicwall TZ270W 02-SSC-7321 Wired and Wireless Firewall
Item # : IM18LP449
Model # : 02-SSC-7321
No reviews yet
  • Wired and wireless firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness
  • Features eight 1GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $972.09
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Sonicwall TZ370 W Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6824)
Sonicwall TZ370 W Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-6824)
Item # : IM18LP349
Model # : 02-SSC-6824
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW)
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $1,374.01
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Sonicwall TZ470 02-SSC-6800 Desktop Wired Firewall
Sonicwall TZ470 02-SSC-6800 Desktop Wired Firewall
Item # : IM18LP221
Model # : 02-SSC-7257
No reviews yet
  • Desktop form factor nextgeneration firewall is designed for small organizations and distributed enterprise delivers industry-validated security effectiveness with best-in-class price-performance
  • Contains eight 1GbE, two 2.5GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $1,738.55
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Sonicwall NSa 3700 Next-Generation Firewall, Rack Mounted (02-SSC-8205)
Sonicwall NSa 3700 Next-Generation Firewall, Rack Mounted (02-SSC-8205)
Item # : IM19AN282
Model # : 02-SSC-8205
No reviews yet
  • Next-generation firewall (NGFW) offers medium- to large-size enterprises outstanding performance at a low total cost of ownership
  • Comes in a 1RU rack-mountable form factor
Price is $9,972.21
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Sonicwall NSa 3700 Next-Generation Firewall, Rack Mounted (02-SSC-8207)
Sonicwall NSa 3700 Next-Generation Firewall, Rack Mounted (02-SSC-8207)
Item # : IM19AN280
Model # : 02-SSC-8207
No reviews yet
  • Next-generation firewall (NGFW) offers medium- to large-size enterprises outstanding performance at a low total cost of ownership
  • Comes in a 1RU rack-mountable form factor
Price is $8,956.12
Free delivery by Tue, May 13
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Sonicwall TZ270 02-SSC-6844 Wired Firewall
Item # : IM18LP402
Model # : 02-SSC-6844
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  • Wired firewall delivers industry-validated security effectiveness
  • Features eight 1GbE, two USB 3.0, and console ports
Price is $981.37
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Sonicwall TZ Series Wireless Next-Generation, Desktop (03-SSC-3016)~#|#~BCEC9657-93C6-43C0-AF9F3F3155A1B997_sc7
Sonicwall TZ Series Wireless Next-Generation, Desktop (03-SSC-3016) is New at Staples
Item # : IM1S11433
Model # : 03-SSC-3016
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  • This is a wireless firewall designed for small organizations and distributed enterprises, providing advanced threat protection.
  • It supports both USB and Ethernet connectivity options.
Price is $3,022.46
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Sonicwall TZ570 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5661)
Sonicwall TZ570 Next-Generation Firewall, Desktop (02-SSC-5661)
Item # : IM18CN500
Model # : 02-SSC-5661
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  • Desktop form factor next-generation firewall (NGFW) with 5Gb Ethernet interfaces
  • Interfaces: 8 x 1GbE, 2 x 5GbE, two USB 3.0, one console
Price is $3,720.05
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Sonicwall SMA 210 02-SSC-2800 Wired Firewall with 5-User License
Sonicwall SMA 210 02-SSC-2800 Wired Firewall with 5-User License is Out of stock
Item # : IM16TP915
Model # : 02-SSC-2800
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  • Firewall bundle with a support for up to five users
  • Features two Gigabit Ethernet ports, two USB ports, and one console port
Price is $1,663.05
Staples offers a wide array of network firewalls, along with other networking and Wi-Fi equipment, to protect data and networks from both internal and external security threats. The essential features to consider when choosing the right firewall to meet network security needs include protection against distributed denial-of-service (DDOS) attacks, the vendor's customer support, notification settings, remote access control, alternative ports for essential services, and other additional features.

Consider if the device protects against DDOS attacks
Choose a firewall that pairs easily with systems that detect intrusions to identify and prevent DDOS attacks from happening. Such devices also have a DDOS mitigation feature that safeguards the target and relay networks by resisting the potential impact of an attack.

Check if it can control remote access to a private network
A good network safeguard allows and controls access to both site-based and client-client virtual private network (VPN) tunnels. Not only is it more economical to purchase a program that integrates a VPN solution, but it also saves on the time spent for separate authorization and support procedures.

Consider the vendor's customer support
It's essential to choose a program with reliable customer support in case there are questions or emergencies regarding the device. There should be a direct and reliable contact through which you can reach the vendor for essential support services and resources for network security.

Determine if there is a need for masquerade ports for essential services
Choose a network firewall that configures and translates standard ports to masquerade ports to prevent hackers from exploiting them to attack networks. The alternative ports protect critical services such as remote desktop control from potential attacks.

Other factors to consider
The other factors to consider when shopping for firewall hardware include the size and scope of the network and other additional features. If a large number of people or a growing company use the program, it's essential to select one with sophisticated features to meet the large scale needs. Host-based network devices are simple and flexible, and they're ideal for single computers, while network-based and enterprise network safeguards work best with multiple computers and user networks and are harder to breach.

Some devices have a standard backup feature that powers a secondary firewall to resume working in case the primary firewall won't work for some reason. Others have a sandboxing feature that restricts access to malicious content by isolating, opening, and monitoring files in virtual environments.

Does the firewall send notifications?
It's essential to select a network firewall that sends alerts to notify the user when an attack is in progress. The notification feature also reminds the user to check the router logs to ascertain a mitigation procedure before it progresses to downtime and revenue losses.

Are firewalls hardware or software?
It can be a software program or a physical device. Technically, it can be both.

Do the devices block outgoing traffic?
The device scans incoming and outgoing traffic and may block either based on a set of configurations.

What is a firewall rule?
It specifies the type of internet traffic that does or does not go through the device.