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WatchGuard Firebox<\/span> M690<\/span><\/h2>\n
KEEP PACE WITH EXPLOSIVE GROWTH IN ENCRYPTED TRAFFIC<\/strong><\/div>\n
Firebox\u00ae M690 firewall is specifically engineered for midsize and distributed enterprises that are struggling to effectively and
\naffordably secure networks in the face of explosive growth in bandwidth rates, encrypted traffic, video use, and connection speeds. What\u2019s more,
\nthe ability to add network modules for greater port density gives you the flexibility to adapt as the network grows and evolves.<\/div>\n
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QUICK AND SIMPLE DEPLOYMENT<\/strong><\/div>\n
With WatchGuard Cloud, IT staff can create and store configuration data in the Cloud (public or
\nprivate) and have the appliance directly shipped to its destination. Once the device arrives, it
\ncan connect to the Cloud for a secure download of its configuration settings, saving your staff
\ntravel time and money.<\/div>\n
AUTOMATION TO THE CORE<\/strong>
\nWatchGuard Firebox M Series appliances are designed with automation to the core, allowing
\nyour IT team to do more with less. The WatchGuard Automation Core makes it possible to
\ndeploy from the Cloud, block threats, update signatures, and detect and kill malware, all
\nwithout lifting a finger.<\/div>\n
UNIFIED SECURITY DEFEATS COMPLEXITY<\/strong><\/div>\n
The WatchGuard Unified Security Platform\u2122 is a true force multiplier for IT teams. It makes
\noperational ease possible by integrating the WatchGuard Firebox with WatchGuard\u2019s
\nauthentication, endpoint security, and Wi-Fi solutions to enable comprehensive, multi-layered
\nsecurity. Unifying security into a single platform unlocks efficiencies simply not possible with
\nsiloed systems, allowing for automation of frequent manual tasks that take up time.<\/div>\n
A CLOUD\u2019S-EYE VIEW OF YOUR ENTIRE NETWORK<\/strong>
\nWatchGuard Cloud provides full visibility into your network so that you can make timely,
\ninformed, and effective decisions about your network security anywhere, anytime. The
\nplatform displays 100+ dashboards and reports that allow you to quickly see high-level trends
\nand anomalies, then drill down into detailed information on each.<\/div>\n
EXPANSION MODULES FOR GREATER PORT DENSITY<\/strong>
\nThe Firebox M Series provides expansion bays that can be used to add network modules
\nto define a configuration that meets the needs of almost any network configuration. Each
\nappliance has an open module bay for expansion modules, with options for 8 x 1 Gb copper,
\n4 x 1 Gb copper, 4 x SFP, 2 x SFP+, or 4 x 1\/2.5\/5 Gb multi-speed ports. Network modularity
\nempowers IT pros to customize the port configuration to meet their needs, while ensuring
\nthe flexibility to adapt the firewall as their network evolves.<\/span><\/div>\n
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WatchGuard M690 Features and Benefits<\/h4>\n