Firewall WatchGuard Firebox FireboxV

Unlike physical firewalls that demand rack space and power, the WatchGuard FireboxV XLarge delivers enterprise-grade network security as a pure virtual appliance. It runs on VMware ESXi or Microsoft Hyper-V, protecting virtual machines and cloud workloads with the same Fireware OS found in WatchGuard hardware. This model includes a one-year Total Security Suite subscription, unlocking the full stack of security services without additional hardware costs.

Highlights

• Virtual form factor for VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V environments
• 1 Gbps firewall throughput, 150 Mbps VPN throughput, and 100 Mbps UTM throughput
• Supports up to 50,000 concurrent sessions and 500 mobile VPN tunnels
• Includes 1-year Total Security Suite: IPS, Gateway AntiVirus, WebBlocker, Application Control, APT Blocker, and more
• Centralized management via WatchGuard Cloud, Dimension, Web UI, or CLI
• Recommended resources: 2 vCPUs, 2 GB RAM, 16 GB storage

In daily use

Deploy the FireboxV XLarge in minutes on your existing hypervisor. It secures east-west traffic between VMs and north-south traffic to the internet, applying deep packet inspection and threat intelligence. The Total Security Suite adds real-time protection against malware, intrusions, and data loss, while SD-WAN capabilities optimize connectivity for distributed sites. With up to 10 virtual network interfaces, you can segment networks and enforce granular policies. Management is flexible: use the intuitive WatchGuard Cloud for multi-tenant oversight, or the local Web UI and scriptable CLI for automation.

Full specifications

• Product type: Virtual network security appliance
• Virtualization platforms: VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V
• Firewall throughput: 1 Gbps
• VPN throughput: 150 Mbps
• UTM throughput: 100 Mbps
• Concurrent sessions: 50,000
• Branch office VPN tunnels: 50
• Mobile VPN tunnels: 500
• Virtual network interfaces: up to 10
• Security algorithms: 3DES, AES (128/192/256-bit), DES
• Routing protocols: BGP4, OSPF, RIP
• Management: WatchGuard Cloud, Dimension, Web UI, CLI
• Recommended vCPUs: 2
• Recommended RAM: 2 GB
• Recommended storage: 16 GB
• Included services: Intrusion Prevention, Gateway AntiVirus, WebBlocker, Application Control, SpamBlocker, APT Blocker, Data Loss Prevention, Threat Detection and Response, SD-WAN
• Licensing: Subscription-based (1-year Total Security Suite included)

Final note

The FireboxV XLarge is ideal for virtualized data centers and cloud environments that need robust, scalable security without hardware sprawl. Its subscription model keeps protection current, and the virtual form factor simplifies backup, migration, and disaster recovery.