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SonicWall TZ 100 or TZ 200

Hello,
We currently have a small network of 15 machines. We would like to install a firewall to for security and as a SPAM solution. I am looking at a SonicWall TZ100 or TZ200. I am not well versed in the configuration of these type of devices so any suggestions would be appreciated. Will the TZ100 handle 15 to 20 users?

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Carl Dula

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Dave Stone

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Thank you. What is the difference between the STS VPN and the Global? Also, This will be mainly used as network security solution and we really don't need much else in the way of features for the foreseeable future. Which way would you go?

Carl Dula

STS VPN is a fixed vpn tunnel between two specific locations (site to site).

The Global VPN uses a client to allow a remote pc to establish a vpn connection to the Sonicwall.

The SSL VPN basically does the same, but without a client, using a browser connection (https).

The difference in discount pricing between a TZ100 and TZ200 is $225. So, if that matters go with the TZ100, if you can afford the difference, I suggest the TZ200.

crouthamela

Note that the TZ100 comes with an SSL VPN license included but not GVC. Honestly SSL is nicer anyway and you'd want to use that if remote access interests you.

Dave Stone

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How difficult is it to configure the TZ devices?

Carl Dula

Not hard, it's done with a browser interface. By default the Sonicwall will permit all traffic from LAN to WAN. So after you configure the WAN and LAN interfaces, the device would be working. Then you can add whatever restrictions and controls you want.

Dave Stone

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Thank you for all your help.

Cheers

crouthamela

Also note that I have a "best practices" setup video available on YouTube so you can lock down the SonicWALL: http://www.youtube.com/shrikecast