SonicWall launches Generation 8 firewalls with unified management and built-in zero trust security – News

Cybersecurity firm SonicWall Inc. today launched new firewalls as part of its Generation 8 portfolio, positioning the company as a go-to platform for managed service providers and managed security service providers.

The new firewalls are part of the SonicWall’s Generation 8 refresh and integrated approach to deliver outcomes, not just infrastructure. The company says its platform combines hardware, software, managed services, flexible billing and deep third-party integrations to help partners scale efficiently and protect customers at every edge.

SonicWall’s platform is anchored by its Unified Management system, a single cloud console that streamlines the management of firewalls, network policies, access controls and accounts to reduce operational complexity. Every firewall in the portfolio includes built-in Zero Trust Network Access licenses, enabling secure remote access that is easy to deploy and well-suited for modern cloud environments.

To further support partners, SonicWall offers SonicSentry Co-Managed Security, providing optional 24/7 monitoring, patching and monthly reporting from its team of experts. Each managed firewall also comes with an industry-first embedded cyber warranty, delivering $200,000 in coverage through the Managed Protection Security Suite for added peace of mind.

“Today’s MSPs and MSSPs need more than just great technology, they need support scaling their business,” said SonicWall Chief Revenue Officer Jason Carter. “From flexible licensing to co-managed security services, we’re giving partners every advantage to grow margins, differentiate offerings and meet their customers’ evolving needs.”

SonicWall’s Generation 8 release features eight new firewall models, ranging from the ultra-compact TZ280 to the high-performance NSa 5800. Each is engineered, the company claims, to deliver best-in-class security, performance, and scalability for small offices, distributed environments and midsized enterprises.

Each model includes cloud-native management that has been built for service providers through SonicWall Unified Management, built-in zero trust capabilities, the latest SonicOS enhancements and is protected by SonicWall’s embedded cyber warranty. The entire Generation 8 lineup can also be purchased with MPSS, enabling co-managed security services delivered by the SonicSentry team of security professionals.

SonicWall’s platform is built to address real-world MSP challenges, supporting everything from cloud-first organizations and remote workforces to distributed enterprises. The platform delivers small to medium-sized businesses and midmarket security firms with embedded zero trust, allows for centralized oversight in multitenant environments, and offers compliance-friendly co-management with built-in monthly health reports.

Partners can also provide full-stack solutions enhanced by warranties and optional cyber insurance coverage of up to $1 million.

“We’re not just delivering a new set of high-performance firewalls, we’re preparing our partners and their customers for the latest threats and market requirements,” said Chief Executive Bob VanKirk. “Our new firewall lineup is just one part of a broader, unified platform strategy. With SonicWall Unified Management, embedded ZTNA, the SonicSentry managed services team and the industry’s first built-in cyber warranty, we’re helping partners shift from resellers to high-value security providers.”

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