Watchguard firebox t85-poe with 1-yr basic security suite (us)

The WatchGuard Firebox T85-PoE is a purpose-built, enterprise-grade network security appliance engineered to protect growing businesses without compromising performance. This security-forward device combines advanced threat prevention, scalable routing, and flexible power delivery to the network edge. With integrated SD-WAN, robust UTM protection, and the option to tailor port configurations through expansion modules, the T85-PoE is designed to adapt to evolving network demands—from crowded branch offices to multi-site deployments. It delivers high throughput, centralized management, and the reliability you expect from WatchGuard, empowering your IT team to enforce consistent security policies across every user and device.

• Enterprise-grade security that evolves with your network: The Firebox T85-PoE is built to scale with your organization. It combines robust threat protection, application control, and content filtering with ongoing threat intelligence to guard against emerging risks. Its security services are designed to integrate with WatchGuard’s Threat Detection and Response ecosystem, enabling proactive protection and rapid response to new attack patterns. This makes it ideal for mid-sized businesses or distributed environments that require a comprehensive security posture without complex, multi-vendor configurations.
• High-performance throughput for demanding applications: Engineered for smooth operation under load, the T85-PoE provides up to 4.96 Gbps firewall throughput, ensuring swift handling of bandwidth-intensive applications, VPNs, and real-time services. Its UTM protection exceeds 940 Mbps, delivering strong anti-malware, intrusion prevention, application control, and content filtering while preserving user experience. This combination means secure access, fast internet connectivity, and reliable performance for simultaneous users across sites.
• Scalable, customizable port configuration with expansion options: The T85-PoE is designed for growth. It supports modular expansion to tailor port configurations to your network topology, enabling you to add or reallocate interfaces as your site needs change. This flexibility is especially valuable in multi-site deployments, retail campuses, or environments where device density and PoE-powered endpoints vary over time. With expansion modules, you can maintain a tidy, efficient edge network without replacing the core appliance.
• SD-WAN and application-aware routing for reliable connectivity: Built-in SD-WAN capabilities optimize how traffic travels across multiple WAN paths, delivering resilient connectivity even when one link is degraded. Dynamic path selection, link load balancing, and policy-driven routing help keep critical applications available and responsive, reducing bandwidth costs and improving user experience across branch offices, remote workers, and distributed locations.
• Centralized management and policy control for streamlined administration: WatchGuard’s management tools deliver centralized visibility and control. Policy creation, security services enrollment, and firmware updates can be performed from a single console, simplifying administration for IT teams. The Firebox T85-PoE integrates with WatchGuard Cloud and Policy Manager, enabling rapid deployment, consistent security enforcement, and scalable governance across all sites and users.

Technical Details of WatchGuard Firebox T85-PoE

• Firewall throughput: up to 4.96 Gbps, enabling fast enforcement of security policies across users and devices.
• UTM throughput: over 940 Mbps, delivering comprehensive threat prevention (IPS, anti-malware, application control, content filtering) without sacrificing performance.
• SD-WAN capabilities: built-in, with dynamic path selection and reliable failover to optimize WAN usage and application performance.
• PoE-capable and expansion-ready design: supports Power over Ethernet and modular expansion for customizable port configuration to fit diverse network topologies.
• Form factor and deployment: compact 1U appliance designed for network edge deployments, suitable for SMBs and distributed sites seeking enterprise-grade security with scalable connectivity.

how to install WatchGuard Firebox T85-PoE

• Prepare the installation site: Choose a sturdy, well-ventilated location for the 1U appliance. Ensure there is adequate airflow, stable power, and accessible cooling to maintain performance and reliability in busy environments.
• Unpack and mount: Unbox the Firebox T85-PoE and place it in a rack or on a flat surface. If mounting in a rack, use the appropriate hardware and ensure gear is properly secured to prevent movement during operation.
• Connect power and network interfaces: Attach the power supply and connect the management port to your local management network. Wire the required PoE endpoints or connect to your PoE-powered devices through the configured ports. If expansion modules are included, install them per the included instructions before powering on the appliance.
• Initial configuration: Power on the device and access the management interface (via WatchGuard System Manager, Policy Manager, or WatchGuard Cloud). Apply the latest firmware, then configure basic network settings, including IP addressing for the trusted and untrusted networks, firewall policies, and VPN endpoints as needed.
• Enable SD-WAN and UTM services: Activate SD-WAN routing policies and enable the UTM features that match your security requirements (IPS, anti-malware, application control, URL filtering). Import or create your security policies and access rules to control traffic flow between sites and remote users.
• Tune performance and security: Configure VPN settings, authentication methods, and policy-based routing. Set up alerts and logging to monitor security incidents. Validate connectivity by running health checks, verifying that critical applications perform as expected across WAN links.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the WatchGuard Firebox T85-PoE? A: It is an enterprise-grade network security and firewall appliance with PoE capability and SD-WAN features, designed to Protect networks at the edge while delivering scalable performance for growing organizations.
• Q: Does the T85-PoE support SD-WAN? A: Yes. It includes integrated SD-WAN functionality to optimize multi-WAN connectivity, improve application performance, and provide resilient connectivity for branch offices and distributed sites.
• Q: What throughput can I expect? A: The device delivers up to 4.96 Gbps firewall throughput and more than 940 Mbps UTM throughput, enabling secure handling of high-bandwidth traffic while maintaining protection against threats.
• Q: Are there PoE capabilities and expansion options? A: Yes. The T85-PoE is designed with PoE-capable hardware and supports expansion modules to tailor port configurations to your network’s needs, preserving flexibility as your topology evolves.
• Q: How should I manage and monitor the appliance? A: Management and monitoring can be centralized through WatchGuard Cloud or Policy Manager, providing a unified interface for policy creation, firmware updates, threat intelligence, and multi-site visibility.