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- Building a Zero Trust Network with Firewalla
- Firewalla Tutorial: Segmentation and Microsegmentation with AP7
- Early Access hardware is the FINAL production unit
- AP software in BETA.
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Compatibility Requirements:
- Gold, Gold Pro, Gold Plus, Gold SE: Must run Beta software.
- Purple, Purple SE: Must run Early Access software.
- Firewalla must operate in Router mode.
- Firewalla App must run Beta software.
- Availability: USA customers only.
- Shipping: 7–37 days post-order, in waves (FIFO).
- Order Limit: Soft limit of 3 units per order; exceeding this may delay shipment
- Early access signup ends 12/30/2024 at 11:59PM PST.
- A coupon (small discount) will be sent to early access sign-ups before 1/2/2025.
- You do NOT need to sign up to order.
- We started an AP7 Community Page, please post your questions here
- Full Integration with the Firewalla Security Stack
- Zero Trust Network Architecture
- VLAN Segmentation and Microsegmentation Support
- Easy to install, managed anywhere
- Wi-Fi 7, faster and more reliable
- Wi-Fi Mesh with Ethernet or Wi-Fi backhaul
- Firewalla running in router mode is required
- 8 Spatial Streams, tri-band, low-power indoor unit
- 10Gbit + 2.5Gbit Ethernet Interface
- Early access and beta are available only in the USA. (EU and other countries TBD)
- Price for beta units with discount: $299 to $349
- Final price after 1/20/2025: We don't know; it depends on the tariff
- Tentatively, early access/beta sale starts in early January 2025
Key Principles of Zero Trust
- Segmentation and Microsegmentation: Divide your network into smaller segments to limit the lateral movement of threats.
- Least Privilege Access: Grant users and devices only the minimum access necessary to perform their functions on the network.
- Continuous Monitoring: Continuously monitor and verify the security posture of all users and devices.
We usually run a pre-sale cycle, but due to the political changes (new President), it is not possible for us to pre-sale and build units without knowing possible tariff impacts. Instead, we’ve used the sale proceeds from BFCM to pre-purchase a batch of units.
The AP7 units should be built soon and be available for ordering. We plan to split the orders into groups: (This plan is still tentative, we may also merge beta+early access together)
- Early Access (for our earliest supporters at the lowest price, available mid- to late-December 2024. Must be running Firewalla Gold (v1 & v2), Gold SE, Gold Plus or Gold Pro in router mode)
- Beta Access (about 1 month later, available mid-January 2025. Must be running Firewalla Purple or Gold series units in router mode)
- Production (to be decided after 1/20/2025)
- For details please refer the the status update section below
All units will have the final production hardware, software will be in early access/beta.
- Limited number of units available
- Limited to 3 units per customer
- Early access unit will be using early access software
- Beta access will be using beta software
The Firewalla AP7 Ceiling Mount will come a couple of months after 1/20/2025. It will seamlessly integrate with the FWAP7 Desktop units.
Spec
- Triband 2.4Ghz 2x2, 5Ghz 2x2, 6Ghz 4x4
- 8 Spatial Streams, 320Mhz channel support 6Ghz
- Network Interfaces: 10Gbit RJ45 + 2.5Gbit RJ45
- VLAN
- PPSK+WPA2 Support (Personal Key)
- Mesh with Ethernet or Wi-Fi backhaul
- Dimensions: 5.43 x 3.15 x 7.48 inch
- Item Weight: 1.4 lb
- Power: 30W
- Compatible with and Required: Firewalla Gold / Firewalla Purple in router mode
Status Update: 12/10/2024
- The initial batch of APs is nearly complete.
- We plan to ship some units by air right around or after Christmas to reduce shipping costs.
- Shipping optimization is under consideration to keep the beta/early access pricing closer to $299.
- Apps version 1.64 and 1.980 are targeted for "early access" release during the week of 12/16. These updates will include exciting new features and code support for the Firewalla AP.
- Sales are expected to begin in early January, with units shipping within seven days of order placement. (The exact date will be confirmed next week.)
Status Update: 12/17/2024
- The Firewalla AP7 is coming very soon!
- We are aiming for 1/7/2025 9 AM PST as the Early Access purchase date, but we'll let you know if anything changes! (if the shipment is late, then this date might be pushed back to 1/14/2025)
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I don't think we will do a beta list this time. It will be just a normal sale with the final unit + beta software at a discounted price. If you purchase it, it will ship FIFO. (We can't do the pre-sale/crowdfunding due to 1/20 with all the unknowns in US politics.) The pre-sale will be USA only.
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Firewalla AP7 Video, everything in the video is real
Two new Articles about Zero Trust and AP7 Use Case Examples:- Building a Zero Trust Network with Firewalla
- Firewalla Tutorial: Segmentation and Microsegmentation with AP7
If you have questions or need clarification, please let us know.
Status Update: 12/17/2024
- We aim for 1/7/2025 as the Early Access purchase date, but we'll let you know if anything changes! (if the shipment is late, then this date might be pushed back to 1/14/2025)
- Ordering link is https://firewalla.com/ap7
- We will ship within 7 days
- USA orders only.
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We have a finite number of early access units, and they will likely be gone quickly. So, if you do need one, please order early (beta code on your firewalla is required). If you want to wait for production units, you will have to wait a bit; these units will be full-price and likely ship in March or April.
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Beta Q&A:
- Firewalla AP7 will be running in beta mode. (code is beta, may change often, may have less serious bugs)
- You will need a Firewalla box (gold/purple) and a running box beta code in router mode. (this is where the controller is at; without this AP7 will not run)
- You will need to use Firewalla App 1.64 (beta soon) without this, your AP7 can't run.
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@Firewalla,
I'm not an expert and had a couple questions after reading through your articles
- Will VqLAN function if you have multiple Firewalla's hanging off the same unmanaged switch? (Ie 2x FW AP7's --> Unmanaged Switch --> Firewalla GP
- Documentation notes: "Microsegmentation with personal keys is only supported on networks with WPA2 or WPA/WPA2 security settings. The 6 GHz band is not available if microsegments are enabled." Does this mean if we are using Microsegmentation without personal key we will have the 6ghz band available? Also, is there plans to remove this limitation in the future?
- Noted that "in the future, there will be policies to allow devices to talk across VqLAN-enabled groups" Is there an estimated timeline for this?
- If you have multiple FW AP's are you able to pin a device to specific AP to prevent it from roaming and what does the "Optomize Wi-Fi Experience" (in screenshots) button do?
Thanks for taking the time to respond.
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