SonicWall TZ470 High Availability Firewall

The SonicWall TZ470 High Availability Firewall is a cutting-edge network security solution tailored for small to mid-sized organizations and distributed enterprises. Built to defend today's dynamic threat landscape, the TZ470 combines robust next-generation firewall (NGFW) capabilities with seamless high-availability (HA) to keep networks secure, compliant, and always online. This device delivers multi-layered protection, real-time threat intelligence, and simple management, making it ideal for branch offices, remote sites, and hybrid environments where uptime matters as much as security. In an HA deployment, a second TZ470 works in concert with the primary unit to provide automatic failover, synchronized policies, and uninterrupted enforcement of security controls—even during maintenance or unexpected hardware faults. The TZ470 is designed to simplify security at the edge without compromising performance, enabling secure VPN access, granular application control, and scalable protection as your organization grows.

• Advanced next-generation firewall with multi-layered protection — The TZ470 delivers real-time threat prevention through deep packet inspection, intrusion prevention, and application-aware controls that identify and block sophisticated attacks, malware, and exploit attempts before they reach users or data stores.
• High Availability for business continuity — Designed for uninterrupted operation, the TZ470 HA configuration provides automatic failover, synchronized session state and policies, and seamless continuity of security enforcement across paired units, reducing downtime and minimizing business impact during hardware or software events.
• Comprehensive threat prevention and cloud-enabled protection — In addition to on-device security, the TZ470 integrates with cloud-based services such as Capture Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) for enhanced malware analysis and zero-day detection, delivering up-to-the-minute defenses against emerging threats.
• Flexible networking and secure remote access — Support for site-to-site VPN, secure SSL VPN, and granular policy-based access enables employees and partners to connect securely from anywhere. Advanced application control and content filtering help enforce usage policies while protecting bandwidth for mission-critical applications.
• Simple management with scalable security — Centralized management options and intuitive policy deployment help administrators configure and monitor protections across sites. The TZ470 scales with your organization, offering easy policy replication, streamlined updates, and consistent security posture across a distributed environment.

Technical Details of SonicWall TZ470 High Availability Firewall

• Product family — SonicWall TZ series high-availability firewall designed for SMBs and distributed enterprises.
• High Availability — Active/Passive HA deployment with automatic failover and synchronized configuration and state information between paired units to ensure business continuity.
• Security features — Next-generation firewall with IPS, anti-malware, application control, URL filtering, and SSL/TLS inspection (where permitted by policy and licensing).
• Threat intelligence — Integration with SonicWall’s threat intelligence and optional Capture ATP cloud service for enhanced malware detection and behavior analysis.
• Networking options — Flexible WAN/LAN connectivity with VLAN support and policy-based routing to optimize traffic flows and protect critical segments.
• Licensing and services — Security services licenses for integrated protection (e.g., IPS, content filtering, and gateway AV) and optional cloud-based security services to extend protection beyond on-device capabilities.

How to Install SonicWall TZ470 High Availability Firewall

• 1. Plan your HA deployment — Determine primary and secondary units, license requirements, and the security services you will run. Prepare a centralized management approach and confirm network topology (WAN access, LAN segments, VLANs, and VPN endpoints).
• 2. Unbox and position devices — Place the TZ470 units in a secure, ventilated environment. Connect the primary unit to the network with the appropriate power and ensure the second unit is ready for a seamless HA pair.
• 3. Configure the primary unit — Connect to the management interface, assign a secure admin password, configure time synchronization (NTP), and establish initial network settings (WAN, LAN, and any VLANs as required). Enable essential security services you plan to use.
• 4. Establish High Availability — Connect the second unit, power it on, and use the HA configuration wizard to pair the devices. Align synchronization settings so that sessions, policies, and certificates replicate between units, ensuring a smooth failover.
• 5. Validate and optimize — Test failover by simulating a device outage and verify uninterrupted VPN connections, policy enforcement, and routing behavior. Fine-tune firewall rules, IPS signatures, and application controls to balance security with performance across your sites.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the SonicWall TZ470 High Availability Firewall? A: It is a next-generation firewall designed for small to mid-sized organizations that supports high-availability (HA) configurations. The TZ470 provides multi-layered security, VPN capabilities, and centralized management while enabling automatic failover to a secondary unit to protect against downtime.
• Q: What protective features does the TZ470 offer? A: The TZ470 offers a comprehensive suite of protections, including a capable NGFW engine, intrusion prevention (IPS), anti-malware capabilities, application control, URL filtering, and SSL/TLS inspection. It can also leverage cloud-based threat analysis services for enhanced defense against zero-day threats.
• Q: How does high availability work on the TZ470? A: In an HA deployment, a primary TZ470 and a secondary TZ470 synchronize configurations, policies, and session state. If the primary unit experiences a fault or requires maintenance, the secondary unit automatically takes over, preserving network security enforcement and minimizing downtime.
• Q: Can the TZ470 handle remote access and site-to-site connectivity? A: Yes. The TZ470 supports site-to-site VPNs and secure SSL VPN for remote users, enabling secure connectivity between offices and remote workers while enforcing consistent security controls across all connections.
• Q: Is an additional license required for security services? A: Many advanced security features (such as IPS, content filtering, and gateway antivirus) may require security service licenses. Depending on your deployment, you may choose to enable and license the services that best match your security needs and compliance requirements.
• Q: How should I manage updates and monitoring for TZ470 HA? A: Use SonicWall’s centralized management solutions (such as Capture Security Center) to deploy policies, monitor traffic and threats, and manage firmware updates across the HA pair. Regularly review IPS signatures, SSL inspection policies, and content filtering to maintain optimal protection.