Advanced Settings

All of the Advanced Settings for VPN connections are accessed by clicking the Advanced Settings button located on the Configure tab. The following settings are available in the Edit Advanced Settings window:

•Enable Keep Alive

-Try to bring up all possible SAs

•Require authentication of local users

•Require authentication of remote users

-Remote users behind VPN gateway

-Remote VPN clients with XAUTH

•Enable Windows Networking (NetBIOS) broadcast

•Apply NAT and firewall rules

•Forward packets to remote VPNs

•Enable Perfect Forward Secrecy

•Phase 2 DH Group

•Default LAN Gateway

•VPN Terminated at LAN, DMZ, or LAN/DMZ

Enable Keep Alive

Selecting the Enable Keep Alive check box allows the VPN tunnel to remain active or maintain its current connection by listening for traffic on the network segment between the two connections. Interruption of the signal forces the tunnel to renegotiate the connection.

Try to bring up all possible SAs

If multiple SAs are configured on the SonicWALL, select this feature to have the SonicWALL renegotiate the tunnels if they lose communication with the SonicWALL.

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Internet Security Appliances specifications

SonicWALL Internet Security Appliances are pivotal solutions aimed at safeguarding networks from an ever-evolving array of cyber threats. Designed for small to medium-sized businesses, as well as enterprises, these appliances deliver robust security and high-performance capabilities.

One of the main features of SonicWALL Internet Security Appliances is their Unified Threat Management (UTM) functionality. This integrated approach allows organizations to manage multiple security measures, including firewall protection, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and antivirus capabilities, within a single device. This consolidation simplifies security management and reduces the risk of vulnerabilities from disparate systems.

Another significant technology found in these appliances is Application Control. This feature enables administrators to monitor and regulate the applications and services used within their networks, ensuring that bandwidth is allocated efficiently, and potentially harmful applications are blocked. Coupled with Content Filtering, SonicWALL offers granular policies to restrict access to inappropriate or non-work-related content, enhancing overall productivity while maintaining security.

SonicWALL appliances also utilize advanced cybersecurity technologies like SonicWall Capture Threat Assessment and Capture Advanced Threat Protection. These solutions leverage artificial intelligence to identify and remove sophisticated malware and ransomware threats before they infiltrate the network. This proactive approach ensures that only safe email and web traffic is allowed through, providing comprehensive protection against advanced persistent threats.

Moreover, SonicWALL’s Global Management System (GMS) enables centralized control over multiple security devices, making it easy for IT teams to maintain a consistent security posture across various locations. This capability is especially beneficial for organizations with distributed networks, as it provides real-time visibility into network activity and security incidents.

The appliances are also designed with scalability in mind. Whether an organization grows or needs to adjust its security policies, SonicWALL appliances can be updated, expanded, or modified without significant disruptions. This flexibility makes them a long-term investment for any business focused on network security.

In addition, SonicWALL's user-friendly interface simplifies the deployment and management processes. With intuitive dashboards and reporting tools, administrators can easily track security events, analyze network traffic patterns, and respond swiftly to potential threats.

In summary, SonicWALL Internet Security Appliances combine essential features like Unified Threat Management, Application Control, and advanced threat protection technologies into a cohesive security solution. Their scalability, centralized management capabilities, and user-friendly interfaces make them an excellent choice for businesses aiming to strengthen their cyber defenses in a complex digital landscape.

SonicWALL Internet Security Appliances manual Advanced Settings, Enable Keep Alive

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