Prepare for the future of networking with GB-OS 6.0, featuring IPv6 support. GTA firewalls' IPv6 support includes statically assigned IP addresses for IPv6, DHCPv6, Stateless Address Auto configuration (SLAAC), Dual Stack (IPv4 and IPv6) addresses, IPv4 and IPv6 VLAN interfaces, IPv4 and IPv6 Link Aggregation, IPv4 HA Interfaces and IPv4 Bridge Mode. Additional changes featured in the release of GB-OS 6.0.0 include improved web interface displays and updated configuration wizards.

Remote Access

ith GB-OS, accessing network resources is as easy as swip and a tap of the finger. With support for iPhones, iPads, Android-powered mobile devices and more, users can securely access protected networks. GB-OS's remote access options provide users with seamless connection to the network. Users can be allowed access to files, applications and internets from anywhere the job may take them. GTA?s ever-expanding remote access options include the GTA Mobile IPSec Client, SSL Client, SSL Browser, PPTP and L2TP methods. Easy to configure and implement, GTA's remote access features provide the flexibility, performance and reliability needed in today's world.

Reports

GTA has made reviewing firewall data easier than ever with new integrated reporting features. Administrators can now generate reports containing all vital information and networking trends for each firewall. Network traffic, VPN traffic as well as data from Mail Sentinel and Surf Sentinel are now available for easy viewing and review. Report options also allow administrators to designate the time-frame for the included data - from the past 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days or even the past year. Reports are available for instant download or can be scheduled. Scheduling reports makes monitoring firewalls easier and more consistent, with reports emailed at the designated time. Historical Statistic graphs are now customizable. Choose the graph colors that fit your needs best - whether for easier printing, sharing or on-screen display.

Automatic Backups

Administrators can rest-assured vital firewall configurations are backed up with GB-OS' automatic backup feature. Enabling the new automatic backup feature will create a backup of the system configuration everytime a change is made and saved during Live mode. Backups can either be emailed or saved to a remotely secure storage location. Emailed file formats include XML, Z-Zip and Zip.

GB-OS as a Total Security Solution

GTA Firewall UTM systems combine both standard and advanced features into one easy-to-use firewall UTM system. Whether you choose plug-and-play for basic perimeter security or more advanced options like Gateway Failover and IP Aliasing, you'll experience the ease of use of GTA's proprietary secure operating system.

Adding optional features such as additional mobile VPN clients, Mail Sentinel Anti-Spam and Anti-Virus subscriptions, Surf Sentinel Content Filtering or H2A High Availability is easy with a simple activation code. There is no additional hardware or software installation required.

Standard Features for GB-OS

Automated System Software Updates - Automated updates reduce the time and complexity of keeping GB-OS 5.1 up-to-date with patch releases and version upgrades. System administrators may elect to schedule the GTA firewall UTM system to check for updates on a regular basis or to utilize the update feature to retrieve activation codes for installing optional features such as additional Mobile VPN client licenses or Mail Sentinel Anti-Virus and Anti-Spam subscriptions.

Network Address Translation - Stateful packet inspection and application firewall techniques combine with a powerful address translation mechanism to provide complete transparent network access to external and DMZ networks for IP-based applications.

VPN - Integrated industry standard IPSec virtual private networking for both site-to-site installations and remote mobile users means that secure remote access can be a reality for even the smallest organization. GB-OS enabled firewalls such as the GB-2000e, GB-800e, and GB-250e include hardware VPN acceleration for those organizations with larger demands for their VPN connectivity. Certificate support aides in authentication control and VPN "keep alives" ensure a continuous, consistent connection.

Intrusion Prevention System - Intrusion Prevention System is a powerful security feature available in GTA Firewall UTM systems. By comparing data packets against over 4000 signatures, GTA Firewall UTM systems will protect networks from a variety of exploits including Web attacks, telnet, RPC, database, NetBIOS, multimedia, email, FTP, network services, DoS/DDos, peer to peer and backdoor attacks. Users will be able to selectively activate IPS rules on their system, while updated signatures will be automatically delivered to firewalls with upgrades enabled through GTA support offerings.

DoS and Intrusion Detection - Organizations are protected against unauthorized access and attempts to penetrate the perimeter security with GTA's Firewall UTM systems. Firewall logs and alarms are generated based on rule sets established by the firewall administrator.

Graphical Configuration Verification Alerts - Graphical configuration verification alerts - red, yellow and green lights - which indicate whether the firewall UTM system configuration contains potential errors that may result in the system not functioning as expected. Especially useful during initial configuration or configuration modifications, these verification alerts are active in both live and test modes, so alerts for possible configuration problems are easily identified.

XML Configuration Export/Import - Exported XML configuration files can be edited offline for use on GTA Firewall UTM systems or for use with GB Commander 2.0 or other third party version control, reporting and monitoring applications. Large configuration sections, such as authentication, can be uploaded to a GTA Firewall UTM system in XML format.

Optional Features for GB-OS

Mail Sentinel Anti-Spam - Mail Sentinel Anti-Spam allows organizations to add spam control to the email proxy running on GB-OS based devices. Subscription based option.

Mail Sentinel Anti-Virus - Mail Sentinel Anti-Virus allows organizations to add SMTP based virus control to the the email proxy running on GB-OS based devices. Included feature with a valid GTA support contract.

Surf Sentinel Content Filtering - Surf Sentinel allows organizations to increase productivity while reducing liability of access to unproductive or inappropriate web sites. Subscription based option.

GTA Mobile VPN Client - Add additional GTA Box Mobile VPN Clients. Available in single client or multi-user packs.

H2A (High Availability) - H2A provides your organization with firewall redundancy, assuring that firewall downtime does not mean network access downtime.

GB Commander 2.0 - GB Commander offers centralized management of GTA firewalls via one point access for all GTA firewalls on your distributed network.

GTA Reporting Suite 2.0 - Easy-to-use Windows-based tool generates on-demand, top-level summary reports and charts of information contained in GTA Firewall logs.

Support

Your purchase of a GTA Firewall UTM system includes 60 days of software updates and 30 days of up-and-running support available through GTA's technical support staff in North America, and internationally through an authorized GTA Channel Partner.

GTA support programs provide remote assistance with on-going maintenance of your GTA Firewall UTM firewalls and software. GTA offers a variety of support options. Contact your local authorized GTA Channel Partner or ask GTA's helpful sales staff to match support offerings to your organization's needs. Remote or on-site technical support may also be available through your authorized GTA Channel Partner.

Why ICSA 4.1 Corporate Certification?

Data security is important, and your firewall should provide the best protection available. GTA firewalls have maintained continuous ICSA Certification since 1996, providing independent verification that your data is secure. Today, all GTA firewall products are certified under the stringent ICSA 4.1 Corporate criteria, so no matter which GTA firewall suits you best, you can trust it to protect your network from unauthorized access.

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