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Why choose Fortinet for your small business?
Fortinet FortiGate firewalls are making a huge splash in the SMB market with small business firewall solutions that tackle budget constraints. Quick, simple installations, comprehensive security service suites, and intuitive management makes it so even small businesses with little to no IT support are able to effectively secure their network. As a now 9 time Gartner leader for Unified Threat Management, FortiGate firewalls for small business have proven themselves a consistent winner as SMB multifunction firewalls. Low total cost of ownership, partnered with super smart security services make the FortiGate-30E, FortiGate-50E, and FortiGate-60E ideal and budget-friendly options for any small office setting.
FortiGate-50E Spec Snapshot
Want a quick rundown of the FortiGate-50E’s technical specifications before you jump into the video?
Here’s a quick snapshot of what this Fortinet small business firewall is capable of:
If you’re looking for more videos to compare your options, we’ve got no shortage of resources and guides to lend a hand! Whether it’s our firewall buyer’s guide series or convenient comparison tables, Firewalls.com provides the info you need make the wisest network security investment possible.
Take the guesswork out of your Fortinet purchase by learning about different Fortinet series, security bundles, services, & more. A quick download of our Fortinet Buyer’s Guide for 2021 can arm you with the confidence to find your security bliss.
As cyber threats continue to grow more sophisticated, security platforms respond with greater complexity and specialization, SMB organizations with a quickly diverging set of goals: small businesses need increasingly complex solutions but delivered with increasingly simpler way to manage those solutions. With 25% of data breaches occurring at small businesses, organizations need enterprise-grade security at a low total cost of ownership that can be managed through a single pane of glass. Fortinet SMB options consistently meet this holy trinity of security goals and have the NSS Labs recommendations and Gartner accolades to prove it. But how do small business FortiGates stand against the tied of evolving threats and which are the best small business Fortinet firewalls for your needs?
FortiGates for Small Business: FortiGate 30E, FortiGate 50E, FortiWifi 30E, & FortiWifi 60E
FortiGate UTM Weaves Individual Services into a Single Security Fabric
In simple terms: Fortinet’s Security Fabric philosophy describes the seamless integration between various FortiGuard services to operate as a single, truly unified platform. In more techy terms, the Security Fabric uses telemetry to link together security sensors in real time in order to collect data, coordinate responses, process efficiently, and report comprehensively on any potentially malicious behavior that occurs at any place, time, or attack surface of your network. An upstream FortiGate next-gen firewall coordinates behavior for other Fortinet products in your network such as FortiAnalyzer, FortiAPs, FortiSwitches, & more. The added visibility and control of the Fortinet security fabric makes the separate parts of endpoint protection, network infrastructure, and remote access capabilities into a greater whole.
Managing an SMB Fortinet Firewall
Restraints on time and budget hold back small business across the globe when it comes to effectively managing their network. Fortinet SMB options simplify management into a single pane of glass, meaning all of the important data and notifications you need can be located on a single, easy-to-navigate dashboard. FortiGate SMB management focuses on providing quantifiable security metrics, superior traffic visibility, and automation that integrates multiple data silos to provide holistic security outlooks. The Fortinet security fabric outlined above centralizes control over all Fortinet network assets, meaning you don’t have to juggle a dozen different browser tabs to analyze trends and make decisions. Reduce task time for your IT team and improve response time with rapid detection and alerting.
Want to skip the legwork altogether? More and more small businesses are relying on trusted third-party security providers to manage, monitor, and remediate networks on their behalf. Not only does this cut down on how much time and money SMBs spend on network security, it lets small business owners focus on more relevant and profitable aspects of their business. Firewalls.com manages hundreds of small business networks across the United States. We monitor and respond to threats directly from our Security Operations Center located in Indianapolis and staffed by engineers and network architects certified to the highest possible tiers. Learn more about Managed Security Service to save your small business time, labor, and money.
Deploying a Small Business Fortinet Firewall
99% of network breaches can be attributed to a misconfigured firewall. Configuring a next generation firewall is just as important as which brand, model, or services you purchase. If you follow our content, you’re sure to have seen the Firewalls.com campaign imploring network admins to just say “No” to the out-of-box setup wizard.
Want to have your new Fortinet SMB firewall perfectly configured to your exact specifications and mailed to your door just a few days later? Check out our Firewall Configuration Service, performed by the same expert team of engineers that keep our managed customers secure around the clock.
Buying Fortinet SMB
Navigating security service options can be a hassle, but Fortinet makes it easy for small businesses to find not only a well-sized and high-performance FortiGate firewall for their needs but bundles together comprehensive suites of security services that integrate hand-in-hand with your network infrastructure. The Fortinet Security Fabric represents the close-knit alliance of a network’s multiple security “threads” pulling together. This enhanced visibility and control means even small businesses can deploy enterprise-class network security using FortiGate firewalls.
If you want to learn how FortiGuard UTM & Enterprise bundles, FortiCare contracts, FortiSandbox, and FortiCare support services pair up to bolster your network security, check out the Firewalls.com FortiGate Buyer’s Guide. We break down FortiGate Series and define brand terms in this free short product guide.
Looking to for Fortinet renewals? It can be a real hassle to hunt down the exact subscriptions you’re looking for. Firewalls.com makes it easier by providing a simple-to-navigate License Finder tool. You can find any Fortinet FortiGate licenses you can think of on this list! There are a huge benefits to renewing security licenses that keep your business network safe from all the latest threats, so don’t let your services lapse.
Fortinet Renewals: Easy As 1-2-3
You’re always just a few clicks away from an array of high-powered Fortinet security services from FortiGuard Labs. Scan through the images below to see just how easy finding your next Fortinet licenses or Fortinet renewals are.
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Select the type of appliance you’re renewing for under “Select Appliance Type.” You’ll also notice that Firewalls.com covers security
licenses for Sophos, SonicWall, wireless access points, and much more. Whether you
need a SonicWall renewal or a Sophos FullGuard Bundle, finding a match is painless. Hint: If you need help with the renewals process, hop in the chat window on the right anytime to speak with an expert.
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Locate the FortiGate or FortiWifi model you’re renewing for in the second dropdown, called “Select the Model.”
Many Fortinet next generation firewalls can get specific, so if you’re not sure exactly
which model to choose, contact our experts for further assistance (again, the chat window is your friend).
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The third dropdown – “Select a Subscription” is where you’ll find a list of the subscriptions available
for your specific appliance. Whether you’re renewing a license that’s expiring
or starting fresh with a new subscription, you’ll find your Fortinet renewals and licenses for FortiCare, Advanced Threat Protection,
or 360 Protection options here. When you’ve decided, click “Find Licenses.”
Don’t Go your Fortinet Renewals Alone
The License Finder is just one of the many free tools that Firewalls.com provides to help you make your best security investment. Our most powerful resource, though, is our team of highly-certified firewall product masters ready to assist you in choosing the right license for your FortiGate firewall. Hop on a Live Chat or call us at 866-957-2975 to discuss your project with a Fortinet expert.
Network threats are always lurking out there, evolving. Admins need a whole team to pick attack vectors off one-by-one. Sophos has built an all-pro squad in Intercept X, ensuring that even a Tom Brady-level hacker’s attempts to pass malware and ransomware onto your network fall short.
What is Sophos Intercept X? In short, it’s the 1970s Steel Curtain, the 1985 Chicago Bears, and the 2000 Baltimore Ravens defenses all rolled into one package that protects endpoints like those units protected the end zone. Each individual layer of Sophos protection is best in class, but it’s the combination–or team–of features that put Intercept X at the top of the power rankings.
Sophos offers multiple versions of Intercept X with features that only get better as you level-up. Let’s take a look at the different Intercept X plans that are available.
Intercept X
This standard level of endpoint security is the backbone of all Intercept X options–the locker room leader if you will. Intercept X includes Deep Learning Malware Detection and Exploit Prevention that shuts down penetration before it impacts your device. CryptoGuard protects your files against ransomware, while WipeGuard stops boot-record attacks. You’ll also get automated malware removal, Sophos Clean to do a secondary malware scan, and Sophos Security Heartbeat. All of this combines to allow all your Sophos products to communicate, diagnose, and respond to network incidents in seconds, just like the headsets that keep coaches, coordinators, and captains on the same page during the game. You can try Intercept X completely free, no credit card required, for 30 days.
Sophos Intercept X Advanced takes your skills to the next level. All the game-changing features of Intercept X come along for the ride and are joined by the comprehensive features of Sophos Central Endpoint Protection, creating an MVP pairing of protection. These added solutions include Web Security and Application Control, anti-malware file scanning & live protection, potentially unwanted application (PUA) blocking, data loss prevention, and runtime behavior analysis (HIPS).
Intercept X Advanced with EDR – (err XDR)
Taking Advanced a step further, Sophos’ latest addition to Intercept X adds EDR, which stands for Endpoint Detection and Response. (Update 2021: Actually now the latest is XDR – extended detection & response). EDR means you’ll get everything Intercept X Advanced has to offer, plus cross estate threat searching, guided investigations, EDR deep learning malware analysis, on-demand threat intelligence from the experts at Sophos Labs, forensic data export, and endpoint isolation. This is definitely the Rookie of the Year of endpoint protection.
You’re thinking bigger and Sophos has too. Intercept X Advanced for Server (Update 2021: Intercept X Advanced for Server also features XDR) prevents attacks from reaching the server, detects attacks before they run, and cleans up damage in case of a breach. This is Intercept X on a broader scale: not just the team, but the whole league. It includes the features outlines above, plus other server-based add-ons like application whitelisting, which locks down your server with one click, allowing only authorized applications to run and securing your server in safe state.
All of these options are managed through Sophos Central, a cloud-based console hosted by Sophos that allows you to configure all your products in one place, without the need for a separate management server. You can access Sophos Central anywhere, anytime.
At Firewalls.com, we can help you get your hands on Intercept X and turn the malware hail mary into a game-winning pick six for your organization. Whether you’re already running with Sophos or not, bring Intercept X onto your team to take your endpoint protection straight to the top. See how Synchronized Security, paired with the real-time scanning of the Sophos Security Heartbeat, can be your Most Valuable Player in 2019 (or 2021). Check out our Sophos Buyers Guide for more info!
Okay, the answer to our network security riddle courtesy of Sophos isn’t quite that simple, but getting your hands on one of these bundles will make protecting your organization’s cyber assets as easy as 1 + 1 = 2. Let’s back up and go over a few terms. A bundle is made up of related products and services combined into one handy package. Sophos is a worldwide leader in cybersecurity hardware and software, entrusted by organizations of many shapes and sizes with protecting their networks.
EnterpriseProtect pairs next-generation Sophos XG firewalls with always-on security services and support. The bundle features Sophos Network Protection, Web Protection, and Enhanced Support so your firewall will be ready to offer comprehensive network security on day one. Now that we’ve gone over the basics of what EnterpriseProtect is, let’s dive deeper into each piece of the bundle.
XG Firewall
The cornerstone of network security is the firewall and you can’t find a much stronger one than the Sophos XG series. There’s an XG model to fit just about any size of an organization, whether you have 25 or 2,500 users. These firewalls are known for their superior ability to expose hidden risks, block unknown threats, and automatically respond to infections to isolate and stop them in their tracks.
Network Protection
If you have an XG firewall, you’re already well on your way to winning the network security battle, but EnterpriseProtect doesn’t stop there. A Network Protection subscription includes NSS top-rated intrusion prevention, Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) to detect and block bad traffic, and the Sophos Security Heartbeat to instantly diagnose compromised endpoints.
You also get both clientless VPN support as well as Remote Ethernet Device (RED) VPN options, which feature central management for all RED devices and automatic connection with no configuration necessary, providing plug-and-play access to remote users.
Web Protection
Another reason to have a firewall is to manage web traffic, both inbound and outbound, so busy users can’t stress your network. A Web Protection subscription gives you live, real-time protection with enhanced web filtering that has millions of blacklisted sites already flagged (and more URLs added every day) by SophosLabs.
You can also set policies for surfing and access time, dynamically block unwanted keywords and applications with Smart Filters, and count on SafeSearch enforcement. All this, with advanced malware scanning and protection and cloud application visibility.
Enhanced Support
All of these features and services are vital to a secure network, but just like Michael Jordan couldn’t win six NBA titles without Scottie Pippen, keeping your network humming in championship form requires that someone have your back.
Enhanced Support offers a warranty and hardware replacement for your firewall, as well as 24/7 multi-channel support, software downloads, updates, and maintenance courtesy of Sophos. Rest assured that your network will have its own strong supporting cast.
That’s EnterpriseProtect in a nutshell. Now that you understand your options, you may be wondering which Sophos XG Firewall best fits your needs? We’ve got you covered with our Sophos Buyer’s Guide, featuring all the information you’ll need to make the best choice for your organization’s network protection.
And speaking of bundles, how does a free XG Firewall sound? If you purchase three years of EnterpriseGuard Plus (which features all those services described above, plus the Sandstorm cloud-based sandbox), FullGuard (which includes the services described above along with Email and Web Server Protection), or FullGuard Plus (which combines the best of both subscription packages), we’ll throw in your Sophos XG firewall for free!
