Looking for input on Cisco and SonicWALL VPN solutions

[PPettit]

I'm going to replace some of my networking equipment and I've been looking into various devices that are capable of client-based and site-to-site VPNs. I thought I was ready to purchase some SonicWALL stuff, but I've been noticing a lot of complaints about their VPN stability (both site-to-site and client-based). Now, I'm considering looking at Cisco again.

I'd like to hear some feedback about experiences with either company's VPN solutions. I'd also like to get some input on which devices would be recommended for my situation. I've been considering specific products, but I'm open to alternate suggestions if they're better suited for my needs.

Remote offices:
- 7 of them
- Each has from 3 to 9 users (32 total)
- DSL at each location (1.5/384 or 3/768)
- Want site-to-site VPN connection to main office (primarily for Remote Desktop/Terminal Server traffic with printing from main office to remotes, email and occasional file-sharing in the future)
- Want VPN access for 1 or 2 people per location
- Want separate traffic (primarily wireless) for employees and visitors
- Want some content filtering
* I'm considering a SonicWALL TZ210 or a Cisco ASA 5505

Main office:
- 26 users
- Cable (8/1) and DSL (3/768) Internet connections
- Need dual WAN capability
- Want site-to-site VPN connection to each remote office
- Want VPN access for about 5 users
- Want separate traffic (primarily wireless) for employees and visitors
- Want some content filtering
* I'm considering a SonicWALL NSA 2400 or Cisco ASA 5510/5520

 

[Grenage]

We've had dealings with Sonicwall, and while there were no real problems, we learn more towards Cisco. It simply works very well.

Our main client VPN solution is run using PFsense, but if I were to pick a dedicated VPN device then I'd definitely choose cisco kit.

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[unclerico]

Take a look at this and learn about Cisco's Easy VPN:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/sw/secursw/ps5299/

When you're looking at firewalls, honestly, Cisco and Juniper are head and shoulders above the rest. It just depends on the money you are willing to spend. There are also some very good opensource firewalls out there, but if you want a rock solid product with top notch support Cisco and Juniper (in that order IMHO) are what you look at.

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[gavm99]

I like Sonicwall, they are solid, reliable and easy to configure. I would have no problem recommending them for your remote solutions.

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