Firewall WatchGuard Firebox M390 hardware — throughput 2.4 Gbit/s

WatchGuard Firebox M390 hardware — throughput 2.4 Gbit/s is a compact enterprise-grade firewall appliance designed to provide perimeter protection, deep packet inspection and access control for small to midsize networks. With a stated firewall throughput of 2.4 Gbit/s when full security services are enabled, the Firebox M390 supports hybrid work environments, branch offices and internet gateway protection while offering cloud-managed visibility and modular port expansion for evolving network needs.

Advantages

The Firebox M390 combines unified security services, centralized cloud management and modular hardware expansion in a single appliance. It provides integrated URL filtering, intrusion prevention, application control and ransomware protection as part of a consolidated security platform. Built-in WatchGuard Cloud visibility simplifies monitoring and reporting, while RapidDeploy enables fast remote provisioning. The appliance design also supports add-on network modules to increase port density and adapt to changing infrastructure requirements.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Securing internet gateways for small and medium-sized offices
• Protecting branch office networks and regional locations
• Providing perimeter and application-level protection for hybrid work environments
• Centralized security management and reporting via cloud-based dashboards
• Environments requiring modular port expansion for fiber or copper connectivity

When it may not be suitable

The Firebox M390 is optimized for small to midsize deployments; very large enterprise networks with extremely high aggregate throughput requirements may require higher-capacity models. If your environment needs sustained multi-gigabit throughput with all security services turned off or specialized chassis-based appliances with very high port counts, a larger appliance or a data-center class firewall may be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Firewall throughput (with security services enabled): 2.4 Gbit/s
• Maximum firewall throughput (platform capability, security services off): up to 18 Gbit/s
• Ethernet LAN data rates supported: 10/100/1000 Mbit/s
• Mean time between failures (MTBF): 578655 hours
• Modular expansion bay for optional network modules (supports various 1 Gb / 1 SFP / 1 SFP+ or multispeed port modules)
• Cloud management and reporting via WatchGuard Cloud with 100+ dashboards and reports

How to use

Install the Firebox M390 at the network perimeter or in front of internal segments, connect WAN and LAN interfaces and power the appliance. Use RapidDeploy for zero-touch provisioning by uploading or associating the device configuration in WatchGuard Cloud so the appliance downloads settings automatically when connected to the internet. Enable required security services (intrusion prevention, URL filtering, application control, ransomware prevention, etc.) through the management console and apply policies to firewall rules and VPNs. Monitor network health and security events from WatchGuard Cloud dashboards and generate compliance reports as needed.

What to consider before purchase

• Required firewall throughput with all desired security services enabled versus peak traffic volumes
• Needed number and type of network ports (consider available expansion modules for fiber or additional copper ports)
• Management preference: cloud-managed via WatchGuard Cloud versus on-premises management
• Desired security subscription bundle to enable intrusion prevention, URL filtering, application control and ransomware prevention
• Physical space, power and environmental requirements for appliance installation

Usage recommendations

For typical small to midsize office deployments, enable the Total Security Suite to cover perimeter-to-endpoint protection while monitoring dashboards in WatchGuard Cloud. Use RapidDeploy for remote sites to minimize onsite configuration work and select expansion modules that match your port and media requirements to ensure future flexibility.