SecurePoint BlackDwarf as a Service — firewall/VPN appliance for up to 10 users, 1.85 Gbit/s FW, 0.31 Gbit/s VPN, TLS 300 MB/s, wired & wireless, external antenna

SecurePoint BlackDwarf as a Service is a managed firewall and VPN appliance subscription designed for small offices and remote branches. The service provides a rented device with both wired and wireless connectivity, an external antenna, and throughput capacities suited to up to 10 users. The offering combines device, management and support with a predictable monthly cost and a minimum contract period.

Advantages

This managed Firewall-as-a-Service removes the need for upfront purchase, leasing or long-term financing by offering a genuine rental model with a low minimum period. The package includes installation support, ongoing operational support and an advance hardware replacement service to minimise downtime. Additional managed security options such as Mobile Security, Antivirus Pro or email archiving (UMA) can be added and are compatible with MSP environments.

Suitable for

• Small office networks and branch sites with up to 10 users
• Environments needing both wired (Gigabit Ethernet) and wireless connectivity
• Managed security scenarios where predictable monthly costs and included support are required
• Use cases requiring VPN access for remote workers

When it may not be suitable

It may not be suitable for larger organisations or sites with more than 10 simultaneous users, or for networks that require significantly higher firewall or VPN throughput than provided. Organisations that prefer to buy hardware outright rather than use a rental/subscription model should consider a purchase alternative.

Key specifications

• Recommended maximum users: up to 10
• Firewall throughput: 1.85 Gbit/s
• VPN throughput: 0.31 Gbit/s
• TLS interception throughput: 300 MB/s
• LAN connectivity: 1000 Mbit/s (Gigabit Ethernet)
• Wireless: supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
• Security: AES encryption for VPN and secure connections
• Physical: external antenna, wired and wireless interfaces
• Contract: managed subscription with a minimum rental period

How to use

Order the managed service through an accredited distributor and arrange installation with the provider’s support team. During deployment the support staff will assist with initial configuration and commissioning. Once active, the service provides centralised management and monitoring; apply standard network policies, configure VPN profiles for remote users, and enable required inspection features such as TLS interception. Contact support for hardware advance replacement if a defect occurs.

What to consider before purchase

• Number of simultaneous users and expected network load
• Required firewall, VPN and TLS throughput for your applications
• Whether a rental subscription model fits your budgeting and ownership preferences
• Need for additional managed services such as Mobile Security, Antivirus Pro or email archiving

Usage recommendations

For small offices and remote branches, enable Gigabit wired links for critical servers and use the wireless interface for client devices; configure VPN profiles with AES encryption and apply TLS inspection selectively to balance security and throughput.