Item: SonicWall TZ
Rating: 10
Author: João Mauricio

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

This is a type of equipment used at the branch where I work as an edge firewall. TZ Series is recommended for small and medium environments, but rich in security features, web content filter, antimalware and application visibility. Another important function that this equipment provides us is VPN access to work in the home office.

Pros and Cons

Visibility and identification of traffic in real time.
Web content filter.
Anti-malware.

Licenses must be purchased annually.

Return on Investment

Protection of internal data from the virtual threat.
SonicWall brought more security to the organization.
Enabled home office through VPN.

Support Rating

I have used the SonicWall TZ 350 for years and I can say that it is an excellent and complete firewall. It is easy to configure and administer because it has a friendly interface. It is safe, it offers several types of security features, VPN, and also protection against malware. Support and warranty also recommended. It's fast and the problem was solved in less than 1 day.

Key Insights

Do you think SonicWall TZ delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with SonicWall TZ's feature set?

Yes

Did SonicWall TZ live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of SonicWall TZ go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy SonicWall TZ again?

Yes

Other Software Used

HPE Aruba Ethernet Switches, Cisco Aironet and Catalyst Access Points, Dell EMC ECS (formerly Atmos)

Likelihood to Recommend

In our scenario, we use it as an edge firewall, in order to filter, identify and block undue traffic and virtual threats. VPN functionality is very required and functional due to the number of employees working in the home office and this allows access to the organization's intranet. Web content filters also help us to block prohibited and inappropriate web pages.

Complete protection for the corporate network.

Overall Satisfaction with SonicWall TZ