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Netgear unveils new security gateway with cloud protection for small businesses. Dominic Bayley | 19 Oct 2026 Netgear has unveiled the PR30SG, a new dual-WAN security gateway designed to simplify network management and cybersecurity for small and medium-sized businesses, branch offices and managed service providers (MSPs). The new gateway combines network connectivity and cloud-based security management into a single platform, allowing businesses to oversee their networking infrastructure and security services without relying on multiple systems. Managed through Netgear Insight, the PR30SG expands the company's cloud management capabilities beyond switches and wireless access points to include network security. Each gateway comes with a one-year subscription to Netgear Exium cloud security, providing access to features including web filtering, intrusion detection and network access controls. The integrated approach is intended to make enterprise-grade security more accessible to organisations with limited IT resources, reducing the complexity and expense of deploying and maintaining separate security solutions. "Lean IT teams and branch offices have usually had to choose between an inexpensive router and a security stack they don't have the budget or staff to run," said Iphie Chen, Director of Product Management Enterprise at Netgear. "The PR30SG gives them cloud-delivered security, managed in Insight alongside their switches and access points." The PR30SG also supports zero-touch provisioning, enabling IT administrators and service providers to configure and deploy gateways remotely without requiring technicians to visit individual locations. For MSPs managing multiple business customers, Netgear Insight provides multi-tenant management capabilities, allowing several networks to be monitored and administered through a centralised dashboard. The platform also integrates with popular IT management tools, including ConnectWise, NinjaRMM, Datto and Autotask, helping service providers incorporate network management into their existing workflows. On the connectivity front, the PR30SG features dual-WAN support with automatic failover and load balancing, designed to help businesses maintain network availability if one internet connection becomes unavailable. A dedicated 2.5Gbps WAN port provides high-speed connectivity, while integrated support for WireGuard, OpenVPN and IPSec VPN protocols enables secure remote access and site-to-site connections. Netgear has also equipped the gateway with a fanless design for quiet operation, alongside NDAA-compliant hardware intended to meet procurement requirements in certain business and government environments. Existing Netgear PR60X gateway customers will also be able to access the company's cloud security capabilities through a separate licence, allowing them to add protection without upgrading their existing hardware. The Netgear PR30SG is scheduled to become available across the Asia-Pacific region from November 5, 2026. The device has an official MSRP of US$349.99 in the US, however official Australian retail pricing has not yet been detailed. Each unit includes 90 days of complimentary round-the-clock telephone support, limited lifetime 24/7 online chat assistance and a limited lifetime hardware warranty. Businesses requiring additional technical assistance can also purchase Netgear's optional Overdrive support plan, which provides a two-hour response service-level agreement.

NETGEAR Armor adds Dark Web Monitoring to alert households to exposed personal data. NETGEAR has introduced Dark Web Monitoring to its Armor and Armor Plus security services, designed to alert households when their personal information is discovered on the dark web or in known data breaches. Launched during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the new feature is powered by Bitdefender and monitors for information including email addresses, phone numbers, financial details and National Insurance numbers. According to NETGEAR, personal information can be exposed through breaches involving retailers, email providers and other online services, sometimes without users being aware that their data has been compromised. This can leave individuals more vulnerable to phishing, account takeover attempts and identity-related fraud. When exposed information is detected, Dark Web Monitoring provides an alert explaining what has been found and where it appeared. Users are also given recommended actions, such as changing compromised or reused passwords and enabling multi-factor authentication. The feature includes an Identity Protection Score, intended to give households an overview of their exposure and allow them to track improvements as recommended security measures are completed. Dark Web Monitoring joins the existing security features offered through NETGEAR Armor, which provides protection for up to 50 devices at home and while away from the home network. Existing capabilities include malware protection, AI-powered anomaly detection, exploit prevention and intrusion detection, DDoS and brute-force protection, plus a VPN with ad blocking and anti-tracking features. Jonathan Oakes, Senior Vice President and General Manager of NETGEAR's Home Networking Division, says, "Most people think about network security as something that happens within their home. But your details can end up exposed somewhere else entirely, in a breach at a company you've never even dealt with directly. Dark Web Monitoring means finding out while there's still time to act." Dark Web Monitoring is available now as part of NETGEAR Armor and Armor Plus, with both services purchased and managed through the Orbi or Nighthawk app.