Netgear FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall

NETGEAR Updated: 2008-09-27 RSS
Netgear FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall

8 VPN Tunnels for Encrypted Remote Access.
Want the utmost in network security for your office? NETGEAR's FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall provides business-class protection at an affordable price. This completely equipped, broadband-capable firewall router offers a stateful packet inspection (SPI) firewall, denial-of-service (DoS) protection and intrusion detection, URL key word and content filtering, logging, reporting, and real-time alerts. VPNC certified, it initiates up to 8 IPsec VPN tunnels simultaneously, reducing your operating costs and maximizing the security of your network. With 8 auto-sensing, Auto Uplink™ switched LAN ports and Network Address Translation (NAT) routing, up to 253 users can access your broadband connection at the same time.

Business-Class Secure
The FVS318 initiates up to 8 IPsec VPN tunnels simultaneously, allowing for secured connections to branch offices and the "on-the-go" mobile workforce. Network Address Translation (NAT) routing enables shared access to your broadband connection. It also includes Web page URL content filtering and strong IPsec encryption and certificate support. Alerts include email notification of network activity–reporting and tracking of hacker attempts – as well as real-time alerts.

Well-Armed
The FVS318 has everything you want for maximum security coverage: true firewall using stateful packet inspection (SPI) and intrusion detection features, denial-of-service (DoS) attack protection, and VPN pass-through for extra security. And, new AES (256-bit) encryption security provides one of the most impenetrable encryption methods available. There's even a Kensington Lock™ slot on the unit for theft protection. The FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall provides optimal value and defense against network security threats.

User Friendly
Smart Wizard install assistant connects to your ISP quickly and the easy-to-use Web-based configuration screen reduces setup time. Remote administration capability makes connecting to multiple sites a breeze.

Flexible
Make a VPN connection to other FVS318s or through NETGEAR ProSafe VPN client software. Support for DHCP (client and server) as well as PPPoE allows for easy, widespread deployment.

Specifications

Physical Interfaces
* WAN port: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to any broadband modem***
* LAN ports: eight (8) 10/100Mbps auto-sensing, Auto UplinkTM RJ-45 ports (one Cat. 5 UTP cable included)

Security Features
* Firewall: Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) to prevent Denial of Service (DoS) attacks (Syn flood, ICMP flood, UDP flood, "ping of death," IP spoofing, land attack, tear drop attack, IP address sweep attack, Win Nuke attack), Intrusion Detection System (IDS) including logging, reporting and e-mail alerts, address, service and protocol), Web URL content filtering
* VPN Functionality: Eight (8) dedicated VPN tunnels, Manual key and IKE Security Association (SA) assignment, 56-bit (DES), 168-bit (3DES), or 256-bit AES IP Sec encryption algorithm, MD5 or SHA-1 authentication algorithm, pre-shared key, perfect forward secrecy (Diffie-Helman and Oakley client support), key life and IKE lifetime time settings, prevent replay attack, remote access VPN (client-to-site), site-to-site VPN, IPSec NAT traversal (VPN pass-through)
* Mode of Operation: Network Address Translation (NAT), static routing, unrestricted users per port
* IP Address Assignment: Static IP address assign ment, internal DHCP server on LAN, DHCP client on WAN, PPPoE client support

Management Features
* Administration interface: Web graphic user interface, user name and password protected. Smart Wizard install assistant for basic parameter settings
* Secure HTTPS remote management support: Authenticated through IP address or IP address range, and password
* Dynamic DNS
* Configuration and upgrades: Upload and download configuration settings, field upgradeable flash memory