Check Point VPN-1 Edge W8 is a UTM firewall plus VPN security appliance for branch offices and small offices. W8 is a variant of “W” family in Check Point VPN-1 Edge family series of firewalls, which consists of the ‘X’ family, which doesn’t include wireless connectivity, and the ‘W’ family, which does. Edge W8, as its name implied, supports 8 concurrent users and 1 remote access user. The security appliance features IPSec secure wireless connectivity speeds of up to 108 Mbps with Extended Range of up to 3 times that of a standard access point, Firewall/VPN throughput of 80/20 Mbps, hardware VPN client for one user support, 4-port LAN switch, 1 WAN port, 1 DMZ/WAN2 port, 1 serial port and a built-in USB 2.0 print server with two ports.
PC Pro reviews Check Point VPN-1 Edge W8 and recommends the W8 with rating of 5 out of 6 and concludes that initial outlay is higher than most SME appliances, but the VPN-1 Edge does offer many security features. Originally launched in 2005, the VPN-1 Edge has taken a while to mature and, as such, is comparatively costly. However, it now offers a comprehensive range of security features in an easily managed package.
LK is a technology writer for Tech Journey with background of system and network administrator. He has be documenting his experiences in digital and technology world for over 15 years.Connect with LK through Tech Journey on Facebook, Twitter or Google+.
