[jps42]

We began integrating the Checkpoint UTM-1 devices in a few places now, and people like them....but we are still getting enquiries for NSF...especially considering the ability to load balance ISPs (I'm assuming they can?)....and a couple of places would like the passport blade version.

What I'm having difficulty understanding is the needs for Checkpoitn licensing....I get how checkpoint itself sells its software....we deal with that consistently with the UTM devices...what I can't figure out is the Nortel product.

If I boot an NSF straight out of the box, will it act as a firewall and VPN ...or is it basically an expensive paperweight until licenses are installed?

Our networks are all Passport/5510/baystack lans..making it useful to be able to offer an NSF and the ability to extend SMLT's to the bastion network.

Thanks for all your responses, and I appreciate your help..