[wplug] VPN Appliance

[Edward Walter]

I haven't used one recently but Watchguard technologies firebox series 
seems like it would meet your needs.  I supported one at a previous 
company and it was rock solid.  They also used to help develop and fund 
iptables (don't know if they still do).

Another (free) alternative is M0n0wall.  This is what I'm recommending 
to friends and associates these days.  It's built on FreeBSD instead of 
Linux.  It's basically an appliance with a very well thought out and 
implemented web interface.  I've been using this distro for over 3 years 
and have no complaints.  I don't know if anyone is reselling support for 
it though.

-Ed

DK wrote:
> Hello All:
>
> I am proposing a VPN system for a customer.  Even considering the 
> potential cost savings, a custom "home-brewed" Linux server is not 
> acceptable, as the system will be supported by Microsoft-oriented 
> engineers (not IT).  My customer suggested using Microsoft VPN on one 
> of their Win2003 servers.  I would like to stay clear of this method, 
> as it would likely be subject to political agendas within my 
> customer's IT department.
>
> So, I am considering using a VPN appliance.
>
> I have begun to look at the typical big name vendors, i.e. Cisco, 
> SonicWall, MultiTech, etc.
>
> Technically, my requirements are as follow:
>
> - Support for at least five (5) remote clients
> - Excellent logging capabilities
> - Optional support for at least one (1) gateway-to-gateway connection
> - Option for RADIUS authentication
>
> Commercially, my requirements are:
>
> - World-wide, localized tech support including next-day replacement
> - Up to $1000, tech support contract could be purchased separate
>
> Does anyone have experience which they would willing to share, or even 
> opinions on some possible devices or other options?
>
> Thanks much,
> Dave
>
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