Netgear ProSafe VG318 Wireless VPN FireWall Product Details

Netgear ProSafe VG318 Wireless VPN FireWall
This comprehensive and affordable solution offers wired and wireless connectivity and businessclass protection for small office and remote/branch office users. It combines five functions in a single, compact package – Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall, 802.11g wireless access point, IPSec Virtual Private Network (VPN) appliance, NAT router, and eight-port Fast Ethernet switch. Powerful and standards-based, it delivers both 10 and 100 Mbps connections for wired devices, plus 802.11b/g devices at speeds up to 108 Mbps. This complete solution offers high-performance features in a space-saving, easy-to-use design.

Heavy Duty Security
More than just a simple NAT router, the ProSafe FVG318 SPI firewall provides business-class protection, blocking unwanted users from accessing the network. Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 Enterprise (WPA2) shields wireless communication with the highest available level of industry-standard encryption and authentication. Comprehensive controls block or filter unwanted addresses, services, protocols, and URLs, fortifying your network. Up to eight simultaneous IPSec VPN security association connections protect links between business locations, encrypting all traffic as it traverses the Internet – perfect for telecommuters and remote offices. VPNC compliant.

Easy Usability
Easy to set up and use, with intuitive Smart Wizards™ that help connect to your ISP and establish VPN connections. SNMP support provides complete remote administration – perfect for corporate teleworkers, remote offices, and small businesses that can take advantage of centralized administration. Dynamic DNS capabilities facilitate remote access, cameras, games, and other hosted services for users with dynamic IP addresses.


Features

  • Built in 802.11g wireless access point – up to 108 Mbps
  • Dual firewall—SPI and NAT—stops most known attacks
  • Integrated 8 port LAN and 1 port WAN 10/100 switch
  • Support for up to 8 simultaneous IPSec VPN tunnels
  • SNMP Manageable - Optimized for ProSafe Network Management Software NMS100
  • Smart Wizard and VPN Wizard for ease of setup and deployment
  • 10/100 WAN port is ready for high-speed broadband
  • IEEE 802.11i Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2 Enterprise)
  • WiFi Multimedia (WMM)
  • Single detachable 5 dBi antenna
  • Exposed host (DMZ) capability
  • Optimized for ProSafe VPN Client software VPN01L/VPN05L

Specifications

General Specifications
Device Type Wireless Router
Form Factor Desktop
  Wall Mountable
Networking Protocols and Standards
Wireless Network Standards IEEE 802.11g
Wireless Data Transfer Rates 108 Mbps
Wireless Indoor Range 100 Meters
Wireless Outdoor Range 300 Meters
Security Protocols WPA
  128-bit WEP
  64-bit WEP
  WPA2
Networking Standards IEEE 802.3 Ethernet 10Base-T
  IEEE 802.3u Ethernet 100Base-TX
Routing / Firewall Protoccols TCP/IP
  DHCP
  Network Address Translation (NAT)
Firewall Features MAC Address Filtering
  URL Filtering
  DMZ
  Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)
VPN Pass Through Protocols L2TP
  IPSec
VPN Tunnels 8
Device Management
Management Web Based
Port Specifications
WAN Port(s) 1
10/100 Mbps Ports 8
Hardware Specifications
RAM 16 MB
ROM 4 MB
Compatible Cabling
Ethernet CAT6
  CAT5e
Wireless Antenna Specifications
Antenna Type Detachable Antenna
Antenna Gain 5 dBi
Dimensions
Dimensions 9.92" x 7.1" x 1.57"

Customer Reviews

3.6 (13 customer reviews)

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Value
 3.6
Features
 4.0
Quality
 3.2
Performance
 3.4
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2.3
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 3.0
Features
 4.0
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 1.0
Performance
 1.0
Reviewer:
Tom
Date:
Nov 12, 2010
Can't Give zeros

I bought this unit to replace a Linksys that bit the dust. I need the extra ports. Right off the bat I had issues. should have returned it that day. WAN locks under any stress. Tried every fix I read about. Biggest junk on the market. Replaced with a new Linksys E2000 and dd-wrt and all isssue went away. DO NOT BUY. Read around. The FSV318 (no wireless) is suppose to be a good unit but I couldn't take the risk.

Overall
5.0
Value
 5.0
Features
 5.0
Quality
 5.0
Performance
 5.0
Reviewer:
RonE
Date:
Jul 06, 2010
Good Choice

This device was easy to setup and has performed with no issues since installation (about 30 days). Its a good value and granted I have some minimal experience with these types of devices it was easy to setup. I would recommend this product.

Overall
2.3
Value
 3.0
Features
 3.0
Quality
 2.0
Performance
 1.0
Reviewer:
casper1226
Date:
Apr 24, 2010
Should reconcider

I can't go nearly as far with this router.

Overall
3.3
Value
 3.0
Features
 4.0
Quality
 2.0
Performance
 4.0
Reviewer:
Richard
Date:
Feb 03, 2010
Several quirks mar otherwise good performance

I used this unit to replace an old, failed other brand unit. When working, it works well- the switch is fast, and the wireless link is reliable, and the address translation works well. However, there are several persistent problems. - The DCHP server tends to go non-responsive at unpredictable times, leaving any DHCP-connected hosts without connectivity the next time they try to do a lease renewal. Numerous reports of this problem in the forums suggest it is not uncommon, and the support responses are still largely questions and suggestions on what the owners have done wrong. Fortunately the documentation is wrong when it says that hosts MUST use DHCP; configuring fixed IP addresses for everyone made the problem low-impact. - The web interface freezes every few days, requiring a reboot.

Overall
5.0
Value
 5.0
Features
 5.0
Quality
 5.0
Performance
 5.0
Reviewer:
Steve
Date:
Nov 14, 2009
wifi and 8 ports, perfect!

This product was very easy to setup. Works perfectly so far. I highly recommend.

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  • Manufactured by: NetGear
    Warranty provided by: NetGear
    Limited Warranty: 60 months parts; 60 months labor
    Mfg Part No: FVG318NA
    UPC No: 606449041668
    Box Size: ( Length: 10, Width: 4, Depth: 9 )
    Shipping Weight: 4.0000 pound(s)
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