ZyXEL Secures Internet Access Over 3G Network with ZyWALL 2WG

ZyXEL Singapore announced its new ZyWALL 2WG, a mobile broadband security appliance for Internet access using cellular phone services. The ZyWALL 2WG equips small office users and remote mobile workers with instant secure broadband Internet access anywhere, anytime. Designed with user mobility, flexibility and security in mind, the new ZyWALL 2WG is an ideal solution for tradeshows, outdoor environment, or difficult-to-wire locations.

“As more operators roll out 3G networks, the implementation of 3G as an alternative internet access vehicle will become more widespread. While the advantage of 3G broadband access provides more flexibility and mobility, the security implication is that the network becomes more vulnerable to attacks due to its open connectivity,” said Mr Jimmy Goh, General Manager of ZyXEL Singapore. “With built-in security features such SPI firewall, DoS prevention, IPSec VPN and content filtering for state-of-the-art protection, the ZyWALL 2WG offers a comprehensive firewall protection against attacks and threats from the public domain,” he added.

The ZyWALL 2WG is a mobile Internet security appliance with integrated firewall, VPN, wireless LAN that enable broadband Internet access in 3G networks. To establish instant Internet access on a 3G platform, the user only need to insert a 3G data card into the extension slot. The ZyWALL 2WG can use the 3G network connection as the primary or backup connection for Internet access and load-balancing for dual WAN applications. Utilizing ZyXEL’s proprietory ZyNOS ICSA-certified IPSec VPN, data encryption over the Internet ensures a secure transmission between two sites without expensive leased lines, global interconnectivity can be achieved at a minimal cost. Incorporating the Redundant IPSec VPN feature, the ZyWALL 2WG’s dialup client will keep the connection running even when the primary VPN connection fails.

For wired connections, the ZyWALL 2WG also supports WAN backup, load balancing, fail-over and fail-back technologies. For wireless connections, the ZyWALL 2WG offers the flexibility of dual band technology with 802.11a/b/g for LAN users.
The ZyWALL 2WG features the Secure Zone technology that allows SOHO/SB users to deploy access servers in a DMZ zone, separate from the trusted local network (LAN). The ZyWALL 2WG provides independent DHCP services for the DMZ and WLAN zones and all zones are securely protected by firewall rules.

News: HardwareZone