Description
The SonicWall TZ480 delivers enterprise-grade next-generation firewall security for small and distributed organizations with SD-Branch readiness and Secure SD-WAN. It provides robust firewall performance, VPN capacity, and IPS protection in a desktop form factor, with multi-gigabit interfaces, PoE/PoE+ support for edge devices, and built-in expandable storage. Zero-Touch Deployment, SonicExpress onboarding, and centralized Network Security Manager (NSM) control simplify operations across branch sites, while integration with SonicWall Switch, SonicWave AP, and Capture Client delivers cohesive security.
Tech Specs
- Product Type: Next-Generation Firewall / Security Appliance
- Series / Model: TZ / TZ480
- Form Factor: Desktop
- Ethernet Technology: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (10/5/2.5/1 G interfaces)
- RJ-45 Ports: 8
- SFP+ Slots: 2
- Expansion Slots: 2 (SFP+)
- USB: Yes
- PoE/PoE+: Powers up to 4 PoE/PoE+ devices
- Firewall Throughput: 4 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: 2.25 Gbps
- VPN Throughput: 2.05 Gbps
- VPN Tunnels Supported: 200
- New Connections Per Second: 18,000
- Intrusion Prevention: Yes
- SSL Inspection: Yes
- Encryption Standard: TLS
- Secure SD-WAN: Yes
- SD-Branch Ready: Yes
- Zero-Touch Deployment: Yes
- SonicExpress App Onboarding: Yes
- Centralized Management: Network Security Manager (NSM)
- Integrations: SonicWall Switch, SonicWave Access Point, Capture Client
- Storage: Built-in and expandable
- Power Consumption: 15.19 W
- Weight: 1.81 lb
Warranty & Compliance
- License: 2-Year Secure Upgrade Plus Advanced Edition
- Management Software: Network Security Manager (NSM)
- Environmental Compliance: WEEE Directive



