NETGEAR FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall 8 with 8-Port 10/100 Switch
- Wired VPN with 8-port 10/100 Mbps switch
- Business-class security includes SPI firewall and an Intrusion Detection System
- Eight dedicated VPN tunnels to protect links between locations
- Backed by 3-Year warranty
- Device measures 7.1 x 1.4 x 9.95 inches (WxHxD)
Product Description
The Netgear FVS318 is a cost-effective way to utilize VPN technology for your small business. It provides you with 8 IPSec based VPN ports and features firewall capabilities, as well as true Denial of Service (DoS) protection. The FVS318 is also a switch & Cable/DSL router - giving you the complete networking package.
Amazon.com Product Description
 | The NETGEAR FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall 8 with 8-Port 10/100 Switch offers: - Eight auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps ports.
- Stateful Packet Inspection firewall and NAT for security.
- Eight dedicated VPN tunnels for secure remote links
|  | | The NETGEAR FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall 8 with 8-Port 10/100 Switch offers the small office a space-saving design combining wired connectivity, a NAT router, VPN appliance, SPI firewall, and an eight-port 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch. 
NAT and an SPI firewall protects your network from most common attacks. View larger. | Wired and Wireless Connectivity
The FVS318 has a built-in switch, with eight 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing, Auto Uplink ports. With Network Address Translation (NAT) routing, up to 253 users can simultaneously access your connection. High-class Security
For businesses that require more than just a simple NAT router, the FVS318 offers significantly more protection. It provides: a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall to prevent Denial of Service attacks, an Intrusion Detection System (IDS), the ability to block Java/URL/ActiveX based on extension, and FTP/SMTP/RPC program filtering. The FVS318 has eight dedicated VPN tunnels to protect links between remote locations, encrypting the data between them. IPSec-based encryption up to 256 bit is also supported. This lets you easily create secure connections to branch offices or mobile workforces. Easy Setup
Even with all the functionality the FVS318 provides, NETGEAR makes setup a breeze with the intuitive Smart Wizard that connects you to your ISP quickly. The web-based configuration screen is easy-to-use and requires no additional software. DHCP and PPPoE support makes widespread deployment simple. The NETGEAR FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall 8 with 8-Port 10/100 Switch is backed by a 3-year warranty. What's in the Box
FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall, power adapter, category 5 ethernet cable, installation guide, resource CD, warranty/support information card.
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NETGEAR FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall 8 with 8-Port 10/100 Switch
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- Publisher: Netgear
- Label: Netgear
- Studio: Netgear
- Average Customer Review:
 based on 51 reviews
- Sales Rank in Electronics: #4714
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
Customer Rating: 
Summary: Works Great - 2008-09-10
Comment: I decided I needed a firewall and the FVS318 worked right out of the box. No issues, except that I needed to rename the IP address on my Qwest DSL modem. This wasn't a NETGEAR problem, but it was kind of hard to figure out since NETGEAR had no help for hooking up to a Qwest DSL modem. Qwest was totally unhelpful.
So if it looks like the Firewall isn't finding the internet, check your DSL modem IP address it probably is identical to the NETGEAR firewall.
Haven't tried the VPN and probably will not try it.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
Customer Rating:
Summary: Good product 2008-09-07
Comment:
The Neatgear FVS318 firewall is a good product. Worked right away and keeps on. No problems.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Customer Rating:
Summary: BEWARE - Used to love it until I got a faster internet connection 2008-07-23
Comment: I have had this for years (the v3), it has run solid as a rock. Setting up static IP routes for Network storage and network printers is a breeze, I used reserved IPs for almost everything on my network and this handles everything you can throw at it. Has been great for a small business, the firewall is solid as well.
Now to the reason I am shopping for its replacement. My internet connection used to top out at 5Mbs and this could handle it fine, however in our area we have now been able to upgrade to an 18Mbs connection, which this cannot handle. The thoroughput on this unit tops at just under 7Mbs, bypassing it and going straight to a cpu hits 18Mbs. It's a shame that this unit is just too slow to handle higher speeds as the world is headed that way.
If you have fast connection or plan to get one you have to avoid this unit as it just can't keep up, which is a shame because that is really its only drawback. If they come out with an updated version of this that can handle my connection I'd switch back, but for now looks like I am headed for the Dlink DGL-4100 as I am told by coworkers who have it that it handles the speed. If that one does or does not work with higher speeds I will put in a review of that one after I try it.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
Customer Rating: 
Summary: A very good product, but the VPN is difficult for those with no patience. 2008-05-04
Comment: I have 4 FVS318 (2) v.1, (1) v.2, (1)v.3. I have never had any problem with these routers ever. I use PPPOE and static IP address. They are very stable and are physically durable. My connection is below 5MB, so I cannot attest to any speed problem.
The VPN can be difficult, but Netgear has documentation to solve this. The problem, is rushing through the set-up. I find that you need be calm and completely forget what you know (or think you know) and follow line-by-line, like an idiot (VPN for dummies), and take the baby steps with Netgear help documentation.
Then it will work! And it will work well.
I have used the (2) v.1 since they came out several years ago. It was one of the first (cheaper) router with SPI.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
Customer Rating: 
Summary: Do not buy if you have a high speed connection 2008-03-01
Comment: This router is nothing but slow. If you look at Netgears website and the technical specifications, which aren't listed on the box. This router supports a maximum LAN to WAN throughput of 12.5Mbps and 1.2Mbps with 3DES (VPN). I never got far enough to test the VPN, but I was only able to get about 8Mbps on the WAN. Removing this router and going straight to my cable modem I get 15Mpbs.
This router has no place in today's high speed broadband connection world. If you're desperate for a VPN router, spend a little more and get something that's going to work. This is just a waste of money.
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NETGEAR FVS318 ProSafe VPN Firewall 8 with 8-Port 10/100 Switch
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