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Edge2WAN 100 Series
The Edge2WAN™ Series is a complete network load balancing appliance which support both outbound and inbound link balancing in addition to weighted application routing and built-in UTM security suite. The 100 series products are well suited for SMB, branch offices and small ISP/multi-tenant deployments.
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Key Features
A fully stateful firewall with layer-7 packet inspection. The firewall is policy-based meaning that each rule is based on objects and each object can be manipulated to create very simple or highly complex rule structures. The firewall also includes packeting logging which is very helpful for network troubleshooting.
The Edge platform includes powerful DDoS protection which monitors and automatically drops traffic which exceeds the defined connection limits. This capability is used to prevent hackers from using hundreds of computers to disable the network.
The Edge supports SSL (Site2Site tunnel), PPTP (point-to-point tunneling protocol, and IPSec VPN tunnel termination. Site2Site tunnels are unique to the Edge platform and were developed by XRoads Networks. PPTP is incorporated into Microsoft Windows and is thus an inexpensive remote end-user tunneling technology. IPSec support is extended to legacy remote firewalls and other appliances that need to connect to the Edge platform.
A Microsoft Windows based software client which allows remote end-users to securely connect to the Edge appliance using 3DES encryption and provide automated tunnel failover in the event one of the appliances WAN links were to fail. (coming soon)
Using the Site2Site tunnel technology developed by XRoads Netwoks two or more sites can be connected via multiple tunnels across multiple WAN links. This allows for the balancing of network traffic between multiple tunnels and thus increase performance between sites.
The Site2Site tunnel module has the ability to automatically failover between tunnels in the event of a network outage. The tunnels will automatically failback once the network connection has been restored.
Working with SourceFire, XRoads Networks has developed an Intruson Detection and Prevention system which automatically scans network traffic for potential hack attempts and viruses. Using its IDS/IDP engine and signatures updated by SourceFire identified attacks are logged and additional actions can be taken by the administrator. Enhanced signature updates are also available via a SourceFire subscription.
Based on the popular ClamAV engine, XRoads Networks has developed both an internal and external software client for detecting and removing viruses from the network. The CAValier software client for Windows allows users of the Edge platform to easily detect and remove infected files.
XRoads Networks has partnered with Netsweeper to develop one of the most powerful and cost-effective web content filtering solutions available on the market today. The Netsweeper database has categorized over 1/2 billion websites and counting. With its granular controls and excellent reporting capabilities this filtering system is second to none.
The Edge utilizes two methods for controlling P2P traffic, these include session limiting, and signature-based application blocking. Session limiting allows the administrator to set a specific limit to the number of sessions any one user can open at a time, this prevents large numbers of users downloading unauthorized content (music downloads, etc). Signature-based application blocking is used to identify a particular type of P2P application, like BitTorrent, and prevent that application from working.
The original technology developed by XRoads Networks was WAN load balancing. When it comes to WAN load balancing, XRoads Networks is the expert. Our load balancing solutions include full session persistance, multi-level outage detection, and Best Path Routing. Each of these components are required to ensure a solid and stable load balancing system. Most standard firewall appliances which have added WAN load balancing are missing these components and are thus limited in their capabilities.
Unlike most other standard firewall appliances which have WAN load balancing, the Edge incorporates a fully functional DNS server module which allows the Edge to handle both outbound and inbound WAN load balancing. Other firewall appliances which have WAN load balancing as an add-on include the ability to sign-up for a Dynamic DNS service, which has an ongoing annual fee and does not provide the responsiveness or extended capabilities of the ActiveDNS module.
The Edge supports bi-direction network address translation and port translation services.
The Edge platform includes supports full static routing capabilities as well as RIP and OSPF routing support.
Incorporated in to the Edge platform is a full featured packet sniffer. The packet sniffer can be used to capture complete packet information, including header and data types. Very useful for troubleshooting network related issues.
Use the built-in network monitoring system to ping internal network devices and ensure they stay up and running. The network monitor also support port probing for testing the availability of web, email, and other services.
With a wide range of capabilities the Syslog server is very useful for traffic capturing as well as obtaining bandwidth updates and system changes. Email alerts can be setup for up to 10,000 end-users with various alerts which can be enabled or disabled on a per user basis.
SLA reports can be created using the Best Path Routing module. The BPR module will automatically probe each WAN connection and provide graphical updates in terms of latency, packet loss, and calculated jitter. These reports are highly useful for determining how each WAN link is performing.
Provides a quick snap-shot of the top users and application usage on the network. Quickly see who is pushing the most traffic, and when. Identify the top applications and use that information to add/remove bandwidth shaping policies.
The Edge platforms includes full user management via the web interface. Users are automatically identified based on IP address which allows for detailed per user reporting, including reporting on top application usage per user, which is useful for identifying who is using unauthorized applications.
Appliance Features
Network Load Balancing
- Outbound & Inbound Session Control
- ActiveDNS (mean no BGP protocol requirements)
- True Session Persistence (ensures start-to-finish connections)
- Fine Tuned Application Routing
- Best Path Routing (ensures fastest response)
Traffic Shaping
- Application Prioritization
- Twelve Levels of QoS Control
- VoIP Quality Assurance
- Policy-Based Shaping
- Flow Monitoring & Graphical Reporting
Security Suite
- Integrated security gateway includes content usage reporting
- Enterprise Firewall w/Packet Sniffer
- Content Filtering (partnered with Netsweeper)
- Intrusion Detection Service (partnered with SourceFire)
- Vulnerability Scanner (SANS based signatures)
Powerful Performance
- Fastest route processing in its class
- 128MB of internal memory
- 512MB of internal storage
- 10/100 Ethernet Interfaces
Ease-of-Use
- Next Generation Web-GUI (no Java)
- Online Configurator wizard automatically generates config files
- Remote access via Web/SSL/SSH CLI and local access through console port
Complete Business Continuity
- Solid State Appliance (no hard drive)
- High-Availability Hardware Failover
- Ethernet Interface Bypass Mode
Tech Specs
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Bundled Services & Support
- XOS (XRoads Operating System) Patch Service
- 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty
- CAValier AntiVirus Client Software
- Content Filtering Service Updates (30 days)
- 8x5/Online Installation Support (30 days)
Purchase Information
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E2W150 |
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System Performance |
100Mbps |
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100Mbps |
Domain Support |
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Concurrent Sessions |
32,000 |
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Route Processor |
500Mhz |
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500Mhz |
WAN Interfaces |
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Support Options
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Product Add-Ons
Appliances |
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Edge2WAN-Port Upgrade |
E2WDMZ |
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IDS SourceFire Registration |
IDSSF100 |
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UBM Site2Site 25 Tunnel Pack |
S2S25TP |
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