SonicWall TZ570P Gateway: Anti-Malware, Intrusion Prevention & Application Control

Meet the SonicWall TZ570P Gateway—an enterprise-grade security appliance designed to shield small to mid-size networks from modern threats. This device integrates gateway anti-malware, intrusion prevention, and application control in a compact, easy-to-manage form factor. Built to deliver robust threat protection without sacrificing performance, the TZ570P leverages real-time threat intelligence, automated signature updates, and policy-driven controls to block malware, exploits, and risky applications at the network edge. Whether you’re protecting a branch office, a retail location, or a small campus, this gateway combines comprehensive security with streamlined management, enabling your team to focus on business priorities rather than firefighting threats.

• Comprehensive threat protection in real time: Gateway anti-malware detects and blocks known and emerging threats as they appear, using up-to-date signature databases and cloud-based intelligence to prevent malware from penetrating your network perimeter.
• Advanced intrusion prevention: Intrusion prevention systems (IPS) inspect traffic for exploits and zero-day vulnerabilities, applying adaptive, policy-driven protection to thwart attacker attempts before they reach servers and endpoints.
• Granular application control: Gain visibility into every application traversing your network and exercise precise control—allow, block, or throttle apps to preserve bandwidth, safeguard sensitive data, and maintain compliant usage across all users.
• SSL inspection for encrypted traffic: Safely decrypts and inspects SSL/TLS traffic so threats hidden inside encrypted sessions are detected, while balancing privacy and performance with configurable inspection policies.
• Reliable, scalable management: Centralize policy creation and enforcement across multiple sites. Leverage SonicWall’s cloud-based or on-premises management options to simplify license management, signature updates, and firmware upgrades, all from a single pane of glass.

Technical Details of SonicWall TZ570P Gateway

• Model: TZ570P
• Product category: Gateway security appliance for small to mid-size networks
• Key security services: Gateway Anti-Malware (GAM), Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Application Control
• Deployment: On-premises edge gateway with support for site-to-site VPNs, remote access, and scalable protection
• Management: Compatible with SonicWall GMS and compatible security ecosystems for centralized policy, updates, and reporting

how to install SonicWall TZ570P

• Unpack and place the TZ570P in a secure, well-ventilated network location near your network edge. Ensure it has a stable power source and access to the management network.
• Connect the device to your network and access the default management interface using the provided console or the default IP address. Change the default administrator password immediately to maintain baseline security.
• Update firmware and apply the latest security signatures for Gateway Anti-Malware, IPS, and Application Control. This ensures you have the most current protections against evolving threats.
• Activate the required licenses for GAM, IPS, and Application Control. Configure licenses through the management console to enable the full feature set you intend to deploy across your network.
• Set up network interfaces and, if needed, VPN tunnels (site-to-site or remote access) to connect branch locations or remote workers. Define routing, VLANs, and IP addressing to fit your topology.
• Create security policies that align with your risk profile. Establish gateway rules, IPS profiles, GAM exception handling, and application-control policies to govern traffic in real time.
• Configure SSL inspection according to your privacy, compliance, and performance requirements. Decide which traffic categories to decrypt and which to exempt, and tune the inspection to minimize latency.
• Validate the deployment by running controlled tests to verify threat detection, policy enforcement, and logging. Monitor dashboards and alerting to ensure signals are captured accurately and respond to any anomalies promptly.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the TZ570P best suited for?

  A: The TZ570P is designed for small to mid-size networks needing robust gateway security. It combines Gateway Anti-Malware, Intrusion Prevention, and Application Control to protect perimeters, manage application usage, and enforce security policies at the edge.

• Q: Does the TZ570P support SSL inspection?

  A: Yes. SSL/TLS inspection is supported, allowing you to inspect encrypted traffic for threats while providing configurable privacy and performance controls to balance security with user experience.

• Q: How are updates and signatures handled?

  A: Updates for GAM, IPS, and Application Control signatures are delivered through SonicWall’s management ecosystem. Regular automatic updates help ensure protection against newly discovered threats.

• Q: Can I manage multiple TZ570P devices from a central location?

  A: Yes. The TZ570P supports centralized management via SonicWall GMS and compatible management platforms, enabling policy synchronization, status monitoring, and consolidated reporting across sites.

• Q: Is TZ570P suitable for remote or distributed workplaces?

  A: Absolutely. Its gateway security features are ideal for distributed offices, retail locations, or branch networks. VPN capabilities, application controls, and centralized management simplify remote deployment and ongoing administration.

• Q: What kind of protection does Application Control offer?

  A: Application Control provides visibility and policy enforcement for the applications traversing your network. It helps you identify, permit, restrict, or block applications to optimize performance and reduce exposure to risky software.

• Q: Does this device integrate with cloud management tools?

  A: Yes. The TZ570P is designed to work with SonicWall’s cloud-based management options, enabling scalable, automated updates, license management, and unified visibility across multiple sites.