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06.10.21, 10:40
WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide
WatchGuard® Firebox security appliances deliver unparalleled unified threat management, superior
performance, ease of use, and value for your small organization or branch office. Our security
subscriptions give you fully integrated protection from spyware, spam, viruses, worms, trojans, web-
based exploits, and blended threats. From firewall and VPN protection to secure remote access,
WatchGuard Firebox appliances support a broad range of network environments.
This guide introduces the WatchGuard M290/390/590/690 RoHS-compliant (lead-free) hardware
products.
Fireware OS
Firebox M290/390/590/690 devices use WatchGuard's next generation UTM OS — Fireware OS. The
Firebox includes Fireware OS and delivers exceptional protection against today's sophisticated threats to
make sure that your business stays connected. For more information on the features of Fireware, see
Fireware
Help.
Package Contents
Firebox M290/390/590/690
Quick Start Guide
1 straight-through Ethernet cable (green)
1 power cord for the M290/390 and 2 power cords for the M590/690 based on the SKU/region of
the product
2 rack mount ear brackets, with 4 screws each
4 rubber feet
About Your Hardware
Hardware Specifications
 
Processor
Storage
RAM
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WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide
M290
M390
NXP LX2084A
NXP LX1046A
128 GB m.2
128 GB m.2
4 GB with ECC
8 GB with ECC
M590
M690
NXP LX2120A
NXP LX2160A
128 GB m.2
512 GB m.2
8 GB with ECC
16 GB with ECC
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  • Page 1 Firebox M290/390/590/690 Quick Start Guide 1 straight-through Ethernet cable (green) 1 power cord for the M290/390 and 2 power cords for the M590/690 based on the SKU/region of the product 2 rack mount ear brackets, with 4 screws each 4 rubber feet About Your Hardware Hardware Specifications...
  • Page 2: Hardware Description

    H = 4.4cm (1.73") Weight 3.65kg (8.0469 lbs) 3.65kg (8.0469 lbs) 4.5kg (9.92 lbs) 4.6 kg (10.14 lbs) Interface Specifications This specification describes the interfaces on the Firebox M290/390/590/690 models as shipped.   M290 M390 M590 M690 Network 8 x 1000 Base-TX...
  • Page 3: Buttons And Indicators

    06.10.21, 10:40 WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide Front view of the Firebox M290, M390, M590, and M690: View of the indicators and ports on the front left panel of the Firebox M690: Buttons and Indicators Power ( ) The power indicator is green when the device is powered on.
  • Page 4: Built-In Interfaces

    06.10.21, 10:40 WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide Built-in Interfaces The Firebox M290/390/590/690 models have eight built-in network interfaces, two USB interfaces, and one serial console port. The Firebox M590 and M690 have additional 10G interfaces. Dual USB interfaces Connect a USB storage device to use for USB backup and restore, or to store a support snapshot.
  • Page 5: Interface Modules

    WatchGuard Firebox M 4 x 1Gb SFP Fiber Module (WG9019) WatchGuard Firebox M 2 x10 Gb SFP+ Fiber Module (WG9020) WatchGuard Firebox M 4 x Multispeed (1/2.5/5G) Copper Module with PoE (WG9021) For each interface module, ports are numbered from 0-3 or 0-1. The interface numbers that appear in the Firebox configuration depend on the number of ports on the interface module.
  • Page 6: Rack Mount Installation

    The included front ear bracket kit includes: 2 long front ear brackets 8 small screws A rack rail kit is available separately. The WatchGuard part number for the rail kit is WG8596. The rack rail kit includes: 2 sliding rails 6 small screws and 8 large screws https://www.watchguard.com/help/docs/help-center/en-US/Content/en-US/Hardware-Guides/firebox-m290-390-590-690-hardware-guide.html?cshid=…...
  • Page 7 06.10.21, 10:40 WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide Front ear bracket kit 2 short front ear brackets 4 small screws 2 large screws Precautions When you install the device in a rack, make sure you consider these factors: Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature If you install the device in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient.
  • Page 8: Interface Module Installation

    06.10.21, 10:40 WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide To use the rack rail kit, do not attach the included front ear brackets. Separate the inner rails from the outer rails. Attach the inner rails and front ear brackets to the Firebox.
  • Page 9: Restore Factory Default Settings

    9. Briefly press the Power button on the front of the device to power it on. Notices All WatchGuard products are designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. These requirements include product safety approvals and other global compliance standards. Please read the following instructions carefully before operating the product, and refer to them as needed to ensure the continued safe operation of your product.
  • Page 10: Hinweise Zur Sicherheit

    線。 1. 在清理本產品時請先將交流插座拔除,不能使用液態或噴霧式的清潔劑來清理,急速落下或掉下將會傷害到 這個機器。 2. 如果有以下的情況發生,請將這儀器交給服務人員來檢查 (1) 電源線或插座損害 (2) 有液體滲透到本產品 (3) 儀器暴露在潮濕的地方 (4) 這個儀器不在動作或你根據使用手冊也無法使他動作時 (5) 儀器被摔下來且損害時 Disclaimer WatchGuard shall not be held liable if the end user alters, modifies, or repairs any WatchGuard hardware appliance. Hinweise Zur Sicherheit https://www.watchguard.com/help/docs/help-center/en-US/Content/en-US/Hardware-Guides/firebox-m290-390-590-690-hardware-guide.html?cshid… 10/21...
  • Page 11: Aviso De Seguridad

    Sicherheitshinweise. Aviso De Seguridad Todos los productos WatchGuard están diseñados y probados para satisfacer estrictos requisitos de seguridad. Estos requisitos incluyen la homologación de productos de seguridad y otras normas de cumplimiento global. Por favor, lea atentamente las siguientes instrucciones antes de utilizar el producto, y se refieren a ellos como sea necesario para garantizar el funcionamiento seguro y continuo de su...
  • Page 12: Rohs Statement

    WEEE statutes, and that the recovery of our product per the specific EU country legislative requirements is seamless for our product’s end users. If you have a WatchGuard product that is at its end of life and needs to be disposed of, please contact WatchGuard Customer Care Department at: U.S.
  • Page 13: Industry Canada Statement

    WatchGuard do not need to be registered for the following reasons: WatchGuard does not import more than 1 metric ton per year of a substance as defined by REACH. WatchGuard products are non-chemical products that are not designed to release any substance under normal and reasonably predictable application.
  • Page 14: Taiwan Rohs

    06.10.21, 10:40 WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide Taiwan RoHS https://www.watchguard.com/help/docs/help-center/en-US/Content/en-US/Hardware-Guides/firebox-m290-390-590-690-hardware-guide.html?cshid… 14/21...
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  • Page 16: Mexico Notice

    06.10.21, 10:40 WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide Mexico Notice La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (i) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (ii) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada.
  • Page 17 WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. (“WatchGuard”) and you agree as set forth below or on the reverse side of this card, as applicable. 1. LIMITED WARRANTY. WatchGuard warrants that upon delivery and for one (1) year thereafter (the “Warranty Period”): (a) the Product will be free from material defects in materials and...
  • Page 18 OF PROFITS, BUSINESS, OR DATA) ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS WARRANTY OR THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF WATCHGUARD HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THIS SHALL BE TRUE EVEN IN THE EVENT OF THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED REMEDY.
  • Page 19: Declaration Of Conformity

    06.10.21, 10:40 WatchGuard Firebox M290/390/590/690 Hardware Guide Declaration of Conformity https://www.watchguard.com/help/docs/help-center/en-US/Content/en-US/Hardware-Guides/firebox-m290-390-590-690-hardware-guide.html?cshid… 19/21...
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  • Page 21 ● ● © 2021 WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. WatchGuard and the WatchGuard logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of WatchGuard Technologies in the United States and/or other countries. All other tradenames are the property of their respective owners.

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