Hardware firewall SonicWall NSa 2800 TotalSecure Advanced Edition — 1U, 8 Gbit/s throughput, 40,000 users

The SonicWall NSa 2800 TotalSecure Advanced Edition is a 1U hardware firewall designed for mid-range and large enterprise perimeter security. It provides multi-gigabit firewall throughput and integrated threat prevention features, combining intrusion prevention, VPN, application control, malware analysis, URL and DNS security, Geo-IP and botnet protection. The appliance runs SonicOS 8 and supports centralized management, SD‑WAN, high-speed VPN, and integration with SonicWall switches and access points to simplify network and security operations.

Advantages

The NSa 2800 delivers high throughput performance (8 Gbit/s firewall, strong IPSec VPN and IPS/IDS capacities) while remaining rack-friendly in a 1U form factor. SonicOS 8 provides an updated interface, zero-touch deployment and flexible management options. The platform supports TLS 1.3 and superior TLS session and throughput performance, expandable storage, and Wi‑Fi 6 firewall management. Built-in support for cloud connectors and orchestration with SonicWall switches, access points and endpoint clients enables unified visibility and simplified administration.

Suitable for

• Medium and large enterprise network perimeter protection
• Branches requiring high-throughput VPN and SD‑WAN capabilities
• Environments needing integrated intrusion prevention and malware analysis
• Deployments that demand centralized management of firewall, switches and access points

When it may not be suitable

This appliance is optimized for mid-range and larger networks and may be oversized for small offices or home use where throughput and advanced enterprise features are unnecessary. Organizations that require embedded identifiers or specific vendor-managed services not supported by SonicWall licensing options should verify compatibility with their existing management and service model.

Key specifications

• Form factor: 1U rack-mount
• Firewall throughput: 8 Gbit/s
• IPSec VPN throughput: 5.5 Gbit/s
• IPS/IDS throughput: 7 Mbit/s
• Interfaces: 16 × 1 GbE, 3 × 10 GbE
• Total storage capacity: 128 GB (expandable)
• Maximum supported users: up to 40,000
• Power consumption: 52.8 W
• Heat dissipation: 180.01 BTU/h
• Security: TLS 1.3 support; AES 128/192/256; MD5, SHA-1
• Networking: SD‑WAN, dynamic routing (BGP, OSPF, RIP), layer 4–7 high availability

How to use

Install the NSa 2800 in a standard 19-inch rack (1U). Connect network interfaces according to your topology and configure basic settings via the SonicOS 8 web interface or centralized management console. Apply appropriate security services and licensing (TotalSecure Advanced Edition) to enable intrusion prevention, malware analysis, URL and DNS security, and other advanced features. Use zero-touch deployment if available for streamlined roll-out and integrate switches and access points into the single management interface for unified operations.

What to consider before purchase

• Assess required throughput and concurrent user counts to ensure performance headroom
• Verify licensing and subscription bundles needed to enable TotalSecure Advanced features
• Confirm compatibility with existing network management and authentication systems
• Plan rack space, power and cooling for a 1U appliance with specified power and heat dissipation

Usage recommendations

For optimal performance, enable relevant threat prevention services that match your risk profile, allocate sufficient VPN and SD‑WAN links to avoid bottlenecks, and keep SonicOS and security signatures up to date. Use centralized management to enforce consistent policies across distributed sites.