Description
The SonicWall TZ280 is a compact desktop next-generation firewall designed for small offices, home offices, and lean branches. It delivers high-throughput firewall protection, SSL inspection, and Secure SD-WAN with SD-Branch readiness, all managed through SonicWall's centralized Network Security Manager (NSM). Built-in PoE support and integration with SonicWall Switches, SonicWave Access Points, and Capture Client enable scalable security across distributed environments. This listing includes the Advanced Protection 3-year license plus a 1-year Cloud Secure Edge (CSE) license.
Tech Specs
- Firewall throughput: 2.5 Gbps
- VPN throughput: 1.23 Gbps
- IPS throughput: 1.54 Gbps
- New connections per second: 12,000
- Concurrent VPN connections: Up to 200
- Ethernet technology: Gigabit Ethernet
- Network ports: 8 x RJ-45
- Expansion: 2 x SFP (mini-GBIC) slots
- PoE: PoE/PoE+ support for up to 4 devices
- USB: Yes
- Intrusion prevention (IPS/IDS): Yes
- SSL/TLS inspection: Supported (TLS)
- Secure SD-WAN: Yes
- SD-Branch ready: Yes
- Zero-Touch Deployment & SonicExpress onboarding: Yes
- Management: Centralized via Network Security Manager (NSM)
- Storage: Built-in and expandable
- Ecosystem integration: SonicWall Switch, SonicWave Access Point, Capture Client
- Form factor: Desktop
- Power consumption: 12.36 W
- Weight: 1.81 lb
Warranty & Compliance
- License: Advanced Protection 3-year, plus 1-year Cloud Secure Edge (CSE)
- Environmental compliance: WEEE Directive



