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SonicWall 03-SSC-1354 NSa 9450 Network Security/Firewall Appliance - 18 Port - 17. 10 Gbit/s Firewall Throughput - 1U Rack-Mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The NSa 9450 achieves a firewall throughput of 17.10 Gbit/s and VPN throughput of 1.25 GB/s, enabling secure, high-speed data transmission across enterprise networks. It supports a wide array of encryption standards, including DES, 3DES, AES (128-bit, 192-bit, 256-bit), MD5, and SHA-1, ensuring flexible and strong data protection for varied compliance and security policies.
Advanced security features include real-time deep memory inspection (RTDMI), reassembly-free deep packet inspection, TLS/SSL decryption and inspection, SSH inspection, botnet detection, spyware protection, and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) mitigation. These technologies work together to identify and block zero-day threats, malware, and sophisticated attacks before they impact network operations.
This section brings together practical product details such as Functionality, Firewall Protection Supported, Firewall Throughput, Total Number of Ports, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The SonicWall NSa 9450 provides a balanced combination of high throughput, extensive port density, and advanced security services in a single 1U appliance. Its hardware-accelerated performance ensures that security inspection does not become a network bottleneck, maintaining application responsiveness and user productivity even under heavy traffic loads.
Comprehensive Threat Protection
Integrates multiple security layers, including application control, URL filtering, antivirus, anti-spam, and zero-day threat detection, to defend against a broad spectrum of attacks.
- Packet Inspection
- Malware Protection
- Secure IPsec VPN Connectivity
Scalable Connectivity
Offers 18 network ports and 11 expansion slots, with 10 dedicated SFP+ slots, allowing for flexible network design and future growth without requiring a hardware upgrade.
- Multi-Gigabit Support
- SFP+ Expansion
- USB Port
Deployment / Use Cases
The NSa 9450 is ideal for medium to large enterprises, data centers, and service providers that require a high-capacity security gateway. Its throughput and port count make it suitable for aggregating multiple network segments, securing internet gateways, or protecting internal network zones where traffic volumes are substantial.
Common deployment scenarios include serving as the primary firewall at a corporate headquarters, securing a data center perimeter, or acting as a VPN concentrator for remote site connectivity. The rack-mountable form factor and manageable nature facilitate integration into existing network management frameworks, supporting centralized policy administration and monitoring.
Enterprise Edge Security
Deploy at the network edge to inspect inbound and outbound traffic, enforcing security policies and preventing intrusions across high-bandwidth internet connections.
Data Center Segmentation
Use within data centers to create secure zones, controlling east-west traffic between servers and applications while maintaining performance for critical workloads.
Physical Profile
Designed for standard 19-inch racks, the NSa 9450 occupies 1U of vertical space, measuring 1.80" (45.72 mm) in height, 16.90" (429.26 mm) in width, and 16.30" (414.02 mm) in depth. Its approximate weight is 17.90 lb (8119.30 g), making it manageable for installation and maintenance. The rack-mountable form factor includes appropriate mounting hardware for secure placement, aiding in cable management and optimizing data center airflow.
- Width
- 16.90" (429.26 mm)
- Depth
- 16.30" (414.02 mm)
- Height
- 1.80" (45.72 mm)
- Weight
- 17.90 lb (8119.30 g)
Highlights
- High-performance firewall appliance with 17.10 Gbit/s throughput for demanding network environments.
- Comprehensive intrusion prevention and threat protection, including real-time deep memory inspection.
- 18 network ports with multi-gigabit support (1000Base-T, 2.5GBase-T, 10GBase-T, 10GBase-X).
- VPN throughput of 1.25 GB/s for secure remote access and site-to-site connectivity.
- 1U rack-mountable design for easy integration into standard data center cabinets.
- 10 SFP+ expansion slots for flexible fiber or copper uplink options.
- Supports advanced encryption standards like AES-256 and SHA-1 for robust data security.
- Manageable via centralized tools for streamlined policy administration and monitoring.
- Environmentally compliant with REACH, RoHS, and WEEE directives.
- Includes a 1-year Advanced Gateway Security Suite support and service package.
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SonicWall Inc. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 03-SSC-1354 |
| Brand Name | SonicWall |
| Product Series | NSa |
| Product Model | 9450 |
| Product Name | NSa 9450 Network Security/Firewall Appliance |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Network Security/Firewall Appliance |
| Technical Information | |
| Functionality | Intrusion Prevention |
| Firewall Protection Supported | Packet Inspection,Application Control,URL Filtering,Antivirus,Content Filtering,Threat Protection,Intrusion Prevention,Malware Protection,Zero Day Event,Anti-spam,TLS Decryption,SSL Decryption,TLS Inspection,SSL Inspection,Real-Time Deep Memory Inspection (RTDMI),Reassembly-free Deep Packet Inspection,SSH Inspection,Botnet Detection,Spyware Protection,Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS),Secure IPsec VPN Connectivity |
| Firewall Throughput | 17.10 Gbit/s |
| Encryption Standard | DES,3DES,AES (128-bit),AES (192-bit),AES (256-bit),MD5,SHA-1 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 18 |
| USB | Yes |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 18 |
| Media & Performance | |
| VPN Throughput | 1.25 GB/s |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Standard | 1000Base-T,10GBase-X,2.5GBase-T,10GBase-T |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 11 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP+,Expansion Slot |
| Number of SFP+ Slots | 10 |
| Management & Protocols | |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Power Description | |
| Frequency | 50 Hz,60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 90.90 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Compatible Rack Unit | 1U |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Height | 1.80" (45.72 mm) |
| Width | 16.90" (429.26 mm) |
| Depth | 16.30" (414.02 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 17.90 lb (8119.30 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Support/Service Duration | 1 Year |
| Support/Service Type | Advanced Gateway Security Suite |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the firewall throughput of the SonicWall NSa 9450?
The SonicWall NSa 9450 delivers a firewall throughput of 17.10 Gbit/s. This high throughput ensures that security inspection processes do not slow down network traffic, making it suitable for environments with heavy data loads, such as enterprise networks or data centers, where maintaining performance alongside robust security is critical.
How many network ports does this appliance have?
This appliance features 18 network ports. These ports support various Ethernet standards, including 1000Base-T, 2.5GBase-T, 10GBase-T, and 10GBase-X, providing flexibility for connecting different types of network devices and accommodating multi-gigabit speeds to match modern infrastructure requirements.
What security features are included?
The NSa 9450 includes a comprehensive set of security features such as intrusion prevention, packet inspection, application control, URL filtering, antivirus, malware protection, zero-day threat detection, anti-spam, TLS/SSL decryption and inspection, real-time deep memory inspection, botnet detection, spyware protection, and DDoS mitigation. These layers work together to protect against a wide range of cyber threats.
Is this appliance rack-mountable?
Yes, the SonicWall NSa 9450 is designed as a 1U rack-mountable appliance. It fits standard 19-inch racks, with dimensions of 1.80" in height, 16.90" in width, and 16.30" in depth. This form factor is ideal for data center deployments, allowing for organized cable management and efficient use of rack space.
What is the VPN throughput capability?
The VPN throughput is 1.25 GB/s. This capability supports secure IPsec VPN connectivity, enabling high-speed encrypted tunnels for remote access or site-to-site links. It ensures that VPN traffic does not become a bottleneck, maintaining performance for remote workers or branch office connections.
Does it support expansion for additional connectivity?
Yes, the appliance offers 11 expansion slots, including 10 SFP+ slots. These slots allow for the addition of SFP+ transceivers to support fiber or copper connections, providing flexibility to adapt to different network media and future growth without replacing the entire unit.
What throughput, switching capacity, or performance detail is listed?
The listed power specification is 17.10 Gbit/s, which helps position the unit for the right load level and installation role.
What uplink, SFP, fiber, or media support detail is listed?
The warranty or support detail listed is 10, giving buyers a clearer picture of expected coverage after purchase.
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