Netgate Unveils the Netgate 8300 Security Gateway with pfSense Plus Software
Netgate, a leading
provider of secure networking solutions, is excited to announce the release of
the Netgate 8300 Security Gateway powered by pfSense Plus software.
This solution is designed to meet the demanding security and performance needs
of medium to large businesses, xSPs, and MSP/MSSPs.
The Netgate 8300 boasts unparalleled performance,
delivering over 36 Gbps of L3 routing, 26 Gbps of firewall, and 14 Gbps of VPN
throughput. Powered by the Intel® Xeon® D-1733NT eight core CPU and 16 GB of DDR4
ECC memory in a dual channel configuration, the Netgate 8300 offers improved
memory bandwidth and system performance, including a 47% increase in
firewall performance and a 100% increase in VPN and routing performance
compared to the Netgate 1541.
With its highly expandable dual-power capable 1U chassis,
the Netgate 8300 features 4x10G SFP+ ports, 4x1G SFP ports, and 3x2.5G ports.
The appliance also supports additional expansion via two PCIe card slots,
ensuring scalability for evolving network requirements and application needs.
The Intel AVX-512 instruction set on the Xeon
D-1733NT combined with Netgate's IIMB optimizes VPN encryption and decryption
operations, increasing VPN throughput and reducing computational overhead.
"We are thrilled to introduce the Netgate
8300, our most powerful and versatile security gateway to date," said
Jamie Thompson, Netgate CEO. “With its exceptional throughput, advanced
security features, and expandability, this appliance represents a significant
milestone in our mission to provide high-performance and value-driven secure
networking solutions.”
The Netgate 8300 is an ideal solution for
high-throughput and mission-critical deployments, offering superior performance
and expandability at a competitive price point starting at $3,299, making it a
good choice for businesses looking to maximize their network security
investments.
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