WatchGuard Firebox M695 Appliance
The WatchGuard Firebox M695 Appliance provides robust network security and high-speed threat prevention for businesses seeking enterprise-grade protection without the enterprise overhead.
- Next-Gen Firewall: Advanced threat protection including intrusion prevention, web filtering, and application control.
- High Performance: Delivers up to 10 Gbps firewall throughput and 2 Gbps VPN throughput to handle demanding network traffic.
- Unified Threat Management: Integrates multiple security services into a single, manageable platform.
- Appliance Only: Purchase the hardware and select the subscription services that best fit your security needs.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The WatchGuard Firebox M695 is a powerful network security appliance designed to protect businesses from evolving cyber threats. It offers a comprehensive suite of security services, including next-generation firewall capabilities, intrusion prevention, VPN, and advanced malware protection, all delivered through a high-performance hardware platform.
This appliance is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market companies or larger SMBs that require strong perimeter security. It integrates directly into existing network infrastructure, providing a critical layer of defense for internal networks, critical data, and user access.
- Advanced Threat Prevention: Blocks known and unknown threats before they enter your network.
- High Throughput: Maintains network speed even with security services enabled.
- Secure Connectivity: Establishes secure VPN tunnels for remote access and site-to-site connections.
- Centralized Management: Simplifies security policy configuration and monitoring.
- Scalable Security: Supports a range of subscription services to adapt to changing security requirements.
Equip your business with enterprise-grade network security that scales with your needs, ensuring your operations remain protected and efficient.
What This Enables
Hardware Failure & Replacement Coverage
Access to immediate hardware replacement in the event of a malfunction. This ensures minimal network downtime and maintains continuous security operations for your business.
On-premises network infrastructure, business-critical operations, high-availability environments, IT asset management
Software Updates & Patches
Coverage for timely access to the latest firmware updates and security patches. This protects your network against newly discovered vulnerabilities and ensures optimal appliance performance.
Network security posture, threat intelligence integration, compliance requirements, proactive IT maintenance
Technical Support & Troubleshooting
Entitlement to expert technical assistance for configuration, troubleshooting, and issue resolution. This provides rapid support to address any operational challenges and maintain network integrity.
IT operational continuity, network performance monitoring, security incident response, skilled IT staff augmentation
Key Features
Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW)
Inspects all traffic, blocking known and unknown threats with advanced intrusion prevention and application control to safeguard your network.
High Throughput Performance
Delivers up to 10 Gbps firewall throughput and 2 Gbps VPN throughput, ensuring your network operations are not hindered by security measures.
Unified Threat Management (UTM)
Consolidates multiple security services like antivirus, anti-spam, and web filtering into a single, easy-to-manage platform.
Secure VPN Connectivity
Provides robust IPSec and SSL VPN capabilities for secure remote access and site-to-site connections, protecting data in transit.
Centralized Management
Simplifies security policy deployment and monitoring through a single console, reducing administrative overhead.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent data protection and compliance with regulations like PCI DSS and HIPAA, which the Firebox M695's advanced security features help address.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must protect sensitive patient data (PHI) and comply with HIPAA. The M695 provides the necessary security layers to prevent breaches and maintain data integrity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often have critical operational technology (OT) networks that need protection from cyber threats. The M695 secures the IT/OT perimeter, preventing disruptions to production.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, making robust network security essential to prevent data leaks and maintain client trust and compliance with data privacy laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the WatchGuard Firebox M695?
The Firebox M695 acts as a high-performance network security appliance. Its primary function is to protect your business network from a wide range of cyber threats, including malware, intrusions, and unauthorized access, while ensuring high-speed network performance.
What does 'Appliance Only' mean for this product?
'Appliance Only' means you are purchasing the physical hardware device. You will need to select and purchase separate subscription services (like Total Security Suite or Basic Security Suite) to enable its advanced security features and receive ongoing updates and support.
Is this product suitable for small businesses?
Yes, while designed for high performance, the Firebox M695 is suitable for mid-market companies and larger SMBs that have significant network traffic and require advanced security. Smaller businesses might consider other models in the Firebox line that better match their traffic volume and security needs.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.