WatchGuard Firebox M370 High Availability with 3-yr Standard Support

Experience enterprise-grade security built for today’s small and midsize businesses with the WatchGuard Firebox M370 High Availability. This security appliance blends strong performance, multi-layer threat protection, and flexible management tools into an affordable, scalable solution for distributed networks. The M370 is purpose-built to defend against cybercrime while delivering dependable uptime through high availability, robust security services, and streamlined administration. With a firewall throughput of up to 8 Gbps, you gain both speed and protection for critical applications, remote offices, and fluctuating traffic patterns as your organization grows.

• Powerful firewall throughput for growing networks - The M370 is engineered to handle rising traffic volumes without sacrificing security. Delivering up to 8 Gbps of firewall throughput ensures fast, reliable performance for business-critical applications, even during peak loads. This capability helps keep latency low, users productive, and services responsive, whether assets reside in a central office or dispersed branch locations. Real-world throughput varies with enabled security services, but the M370 is designed to maintain strong performance across standard SMB use cases.
• Comprehensive security stack for multi-layer protection - Beyond basic firewalling, the M370 includes a broad range of integrated protections. Expect multi-layer threat defense with intrusion prevention, application control, malware protection, URL filtering, and anti-bot measures. Built to stop sophisticated attacks at the network edge, it also supports secure remote access and encrypted VPN tunnels to protect communications for remote workers and distributed offices.
• High Availability for uninterrupted service - High Availability (HA) lets you deploy two M370 units in an active/passive configuration, ensuring continuous protection and minimal downtime in case of hardware or link failures. Automatic failover, rapid recovery, and synchronized configuration help maintain security posture and network availability even during maintenance windows or component issues. HA is ideal for distributed environments where uptime is mission-critical.
• Flexible management and deployment options - Manage security policies and settings through Fireware OS on the appliance or via WatchGuard Cloud for centralized, scalable administration. The M370 supports streamlined rollouts to multiple sites, policy synchronization across devices, and simple visibility into security events. This flexibility makes it suitable for growing SMBs and distributed enterprises seeking consistent security controls across locations.
• 3-year Standard Support included - The package includes a three-year Standard Support plan, providing ongoing software updates, security advisories, and access to WatchGuard’s knowledge base and technical assistance. This extended support helps organizations maintain protection against evolving threats while keeping devices up to date with the latest features and fixes.

Technical Details of WatchGuard Firebox M370 High Availability with 3-yr Standard Support

• Firewall throughput: Up to 8 Gbps, optimized for fast, secure traffic across SMB and distributed networks
• High Availability: Supports active/passive HA configurations to minimize downtime and ensure continuous security coverage
• Security services: Integrated threat prevention, application control, malware protection, URL filtering, DNS protection, and VPN capabilities
• Management: Fireware OS with optional WatchGuard Cloud integration for centralized, scalable administration
• Included support: 3-year Standard Support, including software updates and security advisories

how to install WatchGuard Firebox M370 High Availability with 3-yr Standard Support

• Plan your deployment: Determine primary and secondary sites, identify network boundaries, and confirm licensing needs for security services you intend to enable
• Unbox and prepare: Place the appliance in a secure, ventilated rack or cabinet, connect power, and ensure stable network access to the management interface
• Access the management interface: Connect a workstation to the appropriate network port, then open the Fireware setup wizard using the default IP address or console method provided by WatchGuard
• Configure basics: Create administrator credentials, set time synchronization, assign IP addressing, and apply any required licenses for security services
• Enable High Availability: If deploying two M370 units, connect them for HA and configure failover settings, heartbeat links, and replication to ensure seamless protection during a device failover
• Define policies and protections: Create firewall rules, VPN profiles, intrusion prevention settings, and application control policies to match your security posture and business requirements
• Update firmware and verify connectivity: Install the latest firmware, confirm that all security services are active, and test connectivity across core services, remote access, and inter-site links
• Monitor and optimize: Use WatchGuard Cloud or the Fireware console to monitor alerts, review logs, and adjust policies as traffic patterns evolve and new threats emerge

Frequently asked questions

• What is the WatchGuard Firebox M370 High Availability? It is a security appliance designed for SMBs and distributed environments, offering robust firewall protection, integrated threat prevention, and the option to deploy two units in an active/passive HA configuration to maintain uptime and security even during hardware or connectivity failures.
• What throughput can I expect from the M370? The M370 delivers up to 8 Gbps of firewall throughput, providing strong performance for typical SMB workloads, remote offices, and distributed sites while enabling comprehensive security services without bottlenecks.
• Is 3-year Standard Support included? Yes, the package includes a 3-year Standard Support plan that covers software updates, security advisories, and access to WatchGuard support resources to help you maintain your security posture over time.
• Can I manage this device from the cloud? Yes, WatchGuard offers cloud-based management options (WatchGuard Cloud) in addition to on-device Fireware management, enabling centralized policy control, visibility, and deployment across multiple sites.
• Who should consider the M370 HA? The M370 HA is ideal for small to midsize businesses and distributed enterprises that require strong, scalable security at the network edge, with reliable uptime across multiple sites and straightforward administration for security teams.