WatchGuard Firebox FireboxV Firewall

In a virtualized data center, a managed security provider consolidates multiple client firewalls onto a single VMware ESXi host. They deploy the FireboxV Large virtual appliance for each tenant, using WatchGuard System Manager to centrally configure policies, monitor traffic, and push updates across all virtual instances without additional hardware.

Key specifications

• Virtual firewall appliance for VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V
• Firewall throughput: 1 Gbps
• VPN throughput: 200 Mbps
• UTM throughput: 100 Mbps
• Supports up to 50,000 concurrent sessions
• 25 branch office VPN tunnels and 25 mobile VPN tunnels
• Includes 3-year Basic Security Suite subscription
• Management via WatchGuard System Manager, WatchGuard Cloud, or CLI

Why choose it

The FireboxV Large delivers enterprise-grade security in a software-defined form factor, eliminating the need for physical appliances in virtualized environments. It offers the same core protections as WatchGuard hardware firewalls—including HTTPS inspection, application control, and optional subscription services like Gateway AntiVirus, IPS, and WebBlocker—while scaling easily with your virtual infrastructure.

Ideal use cases

• Small to medium businesses virtualizing their network edge
• Branch offices requiring consistent security policies
• Managed service providers offering multi-tenant firewall services
• Distributed enterprises standardizing on virtual appliances

Good to know

The FireboxV Large requires 2 vCPUs, 4 GB RAM, and 16 GB storage. It supports active/passive high availability and up to 10 configurable virtual interfaces. Security services are licensed separately; the included 3-year Basic Security Suite covers essential protections. For advanced features like APT Blocker or Data Loss Prevention, additional subscriptions are available.