3G Extend
WatchGuard® 3G Extend wireless bridge makes cellular connectivity easy and affordable through any Firebox X Edge e-Series appliance – new or installed. It brings the Internet anywhere you need it, including remote areas and temporary work sites, without the need for cables, and it supports over 50 modem cards and IPS plan options for flexibility and convenience.
The 3G Extend PCMCIA accessory is available in North America only. The 3G Extend USB accessory, with CE certification, is available worldwide.
Remote connectivity
Keep remote and temporary work sites connected to the Internet without the cost and complexity of installing cables.
Remote transactions
Transact business from any kind of mobile operation, from service vans to police cars, to extend your business's reach and broaden your services.
Open new business opportunities
With the 3G Extend you can enable electronic payment using credit/debit cards from mobile POS, sales kiosks, or ATMs.
WAN failover
Maximize uptime by coupling the 3G Extend with a Firebox X Edge e-Series appliance.
Save money
The 3G Extend is an affordable alternative to expensive cable installation or costly satellite and proprietary radio band.
How It Works
- Purchase a WatchGuard 3G Extend wireless bridge accessory when you buy your WatchGuard security appliance – or buy the 3G Extend by itself as an upgrade for an existing WatchGuard appliance
- Add a PCMCIA, USB, or express card format cellular modem that is provided by your ISP when you sign up for service*
- Follow the simple set-up instructions and you're ready to go – it's that easy
In partnership with Connectivity Experts
This modular solution leverages partnerships with CradlePoint and Top Global, experts in WWAN connectivity, to bring best-in-breed WWAN capabilities together with industry-leading network perimeter security from WatchGuard.
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Quick Facts
- Combines best-of-breed 3G connectivity and network perimeter security
- Supports over 50 cellular modem cards and ISP plan options
- Connects quickly and easily to any new or installed Firebox X Edge e-Series appliance
- Makes it easy to add, remove, or transfer the 3G connection between installed or new Edge appliances
- Priced attractively, with flexible deployment options for the best TCO
- Delivers both primary and failover connectivity for a great contingency alternative
About WatchGuard
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