Micro Edge Release Highlights

Version 5.0 Highlights

Version 5.0 Highlights

Micro Edge 5.0 includes Application Control, Event Reporting and additional improvements to increase network efficiency.

Application Control builds on the existing classification and routing capabilities by giving administrators a simplified view of all applications with the ability to allow or block applications with a click.

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Event Reporting logs events in ETM Dashboard such as WAN link down, VPN link down, new VPN link set up, low memory, available upgrades, etc. Administrators can set up notifications or alerts for Micro Edge events in ETM Dashboard.

Please refer to the release notes for more information.

Pricing and Availability

Micro Edge version 5.0 is available as a free upgrade to customers with a paid subscription.

Version 4.3 Highlights

Device Visibility

Device visibility allows administrators to easily see a list of the devices (a.k.a. clients) that are connected to the network. This visibility allows administrators to see in real-time what devices are on the network. As the attack surface expands with more IoT devices and users connecting with their personal devices (BYOD), admins need to know as much as possible about the devices connected on the network.

Geo-IP Filter

Geo-IP Filter, also known as geo-blocking, allows administrators to filter traffic by country, and can block traffic to or from a geographic location. Specific countries can be allowed if needed. This security feature provides an additional layer of security and control for network administrators.

DHCP Relay

For enterprises with many distributed networks, admins may prefer to centrally manage IP assignment via DHCP. In this scenario, each network must be capable of forwarding DHCP requests to a central server via VPN tunnels or dedicated links such as MPLS.

Please refer to the release notes for more information.

Pricing and Availability

Micro Edge version 4.3 is available as a free upgrade to customers with a paid subscription. Device Discoverability and Geo-IP Filter is included in the Micro Edge Security software package.

Version 4.2 Highlights

IPsec VPN

Micro Edge is a lightweight device that extends the network reach to the very edge, and now with IPsec VPN provides a wide variety of connectivity options. In addition to OpenVPN and WireGuard VPN connectivity options, IPsec VPN gives network administrators more flexibility when deploying Micro Edge appliances in their network. IPsec VPN uses the advanced WAN routing capabilities of Micro Edge, so you can leverage the tunnel for routing based on link performance and availability, applications, protocols, networks, and other criteria.

Other updates include support for Japanese and German languages, OpenWrt operating system update, the ability to deploy in the European ETM Dashboard, and updated branding.

Please see the changelog for a full list of updates in Micro Edge 4.2.

Pricing and Availability

Micro Edge version 4.2 is available as a free upgrade to customers with a paid subscription.

Version 4.0 Highlights

Web Filter

Micro Edge 4.0 (formerly SD-WAN Router) is a lightweight device that extends the network reach to the very perimeter. Micro Edge with Web Filter, provides additional security for networks that need it at branch offices. Web Filter, powered by Webroot BrightcloudⓇ, performs a real-time assessment of the site and blocks access to dangerous, inappropriate or distracting website content to protect the network and increase employee productivity. Web Filter, paired with Threat Prevention, provides multiple layers of security at the network edge.

Additional updates include performance improvements, nightly automatic configuration backups, and the ability to add static routes for local networks that reside behind other routers on the local network which helps admins who manage segmented networks at branch locations.

Please see the changelog for a full list of updates in Micro Edge 4.0.

Pricing and Availability

Micro Edge version 4.0 is available as a free upgrade to customers with a paid subscription.

Web Filter is included in the Micro Edge Security software package.

Version 3.1 Highlights

Threat Prevention

Threat Prevention brings a new layer of security to SD-WAN Router that blocks high risk Internet traffic using the Webroot BrightCloud® reputation score associated with the server hosting the service. The reputation score looks at a web page, web page associations and files to determine the likelihood that an IP address may be associated with spam, malware, spyware, web attacks, botnets and other cyber threats. Threat Prevention doesn’t rely on decrypting traffic from secure sites, so it is an efficient and effective tool to prevent cyber attacks even when the data is encrypted.

New Software Packages

With the introduction of Threat Prevention, we are now offering two software subscription packages. The entry level or Basic Package includes all of the features of SD-WAN Router to connect, optimize and provide continuity to all your locations. The Security Package adds a new level of security to your network with Threat Prevention. Both packages are available on all the eSeries hardware appliances offered by Untangle.

Pricing and Availability

SD-WAN Router Basic Package starts at $162/yr. USD, and SD-WAN Router Security Package starts at $260/yr. USD. View the online store for complete pricing and purchasing options.

SD-WAN Router will automatically upgrade to new versions if Automatic Upgrades are turned on, which is the recommended setting. Otherwise, upgrades can be performed from Command Center or through the local web administration. See Upgrading your Untangle SD-WAN Router for more details.

View the online store for complete pricing options.

Version 3.0 Highlights

Untangle SD-WAN Router 3.0 includes the ability to use WireGuard® VPN which will enable administrators to connect remote locations to NG Firewall or other devices that support WireGuard VPN, via a secure and performant connection. Other updates include adding LTE support for AT&T, improved DHCP server management, ability to manage NIC media speed, and more.

WireGuard VPN

This new VPN option is easy to implement and increases performance when connecting SD-WAN Router to a network. WireGuard uses state-of-the-art cryptography to secure user networks and delivers fast, performant connectivity, designed for ease-of-implementation and simplicity of configuration. Client-to-site network connectivity is simple to set up with an easy copy and paste between servers.

AT&T LTE

Untangle SD-WAN Router has achieved certification by AT&T to use the provider for LTE services. This improves the ability of SD-WAN Router to provide reliable internet connectivity to remote offices or branches that have unreliable or limited internet service. Users can select AT&T as the LTE provider on the SD-WAN Router e6wl appliance. Untangle SD-WAN Router is now certified to use any of the major carriers in the U.S. (AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon).

Please see the changelog for a full list of updates in SD-WAN Router 3.0.

“WireGuard” and the “WireGuard” logo are registered trademarks of Jason A. Donenfeld.

Version 2.0 Highlights

Untangle SD-WAN Router 2.0 includes the ability to add VLANs. VLANs enable network admins to create multiple segmented networks while utilizing a single network interface. Optimize your network performance by applying access, shaping, filtering, port forwarding, and WAN rules to VLANs. Additional benefits of using VLANs include ease of device management, grouping of like-devices together to apply policies, and extra security layers with device segmentation.

Key VLAN capabilities:

  • 802.1Q Tagging on WAN and LAN interfaces
  • VLAN Bridging
  • Traffic Shaping of VLANs
  • WAN Routing based on VLAN
  • Filtering based on VLAN
  • DHCP services per VLAN

Please see the changelog for a full list of updates in SD-WAN Router 2.0.

Version 1.3 Highlights

Untangle SD-WAN Router 1.3 includes the ability to select Verizon as the LTE provider on the SD-WAN Router e6wl appliance. This improves the ability of SD-WAN Router to provide reliable internet connectivity to remote offices or branches that have unreliable or limited internet service. In addition, SD-WAN Router 1.3 provides improved network management and WAN rule capabilities via Command Center, enabling administrators to more easily set up software defined networks, and create and push WAN rules.

Verizon LTE Certified

  • Untangle SD-WAN Router has achieved certification by Verizon to use the provider for LTE services.
  • Untangle is listed in the Verizon Open Development Showcase making it simple to assign a SIM card to a SD-WAN Router appliance.
  • Verizon can be selected as the LTE provider for the SD-WAN Router e6wl appliance.

Command Center Features

Command Center is a centralized management platform that is key to making the Untangle SD-WAN offering easy to set up and manage. This release increases the power of Command Center with enhanced network definition and centralized WAN rule creation.

  • Build a SD-WAN network in Command Center and add appliances (NG Firewall and SD-WAN Router) to include in the network.
  • Create and save WAN rules directly from Command Center.
  • Push saved WAN rules to appliances in the network.

Please see the changelogs for a full list of changes in SD-WAN Router 1.3 and Command Center.