Now available on Zyxel Networks USG FLEX H-Series firewalls with uOS v1.32 and later, Tailscale's WireGuard-based mesh VPN is fully integrated into the firewall's management interface. Once activated, users can easily configure secure remote access in minutes.

The USG FLEX H Series firewalls now support a full suite of VPN protocols, including IPSec, SSL, and WireGuard, to protect a wider range of use cases and endpoints. Tailscale integration allows users to enjoy streamlined setup, requiring no server configuration or port forwarding. Devices automatically connect to the private network with just a few clicks, simplifying the process even for those with limited networking experience.

With the integration of Tailscale, firewall users can now create a point-to-point mesh network where devices communicate directly with each other through encrypted tunnels, instead of routing through a central server. This architecture reduces latency, improves performance, and scales efficiently as businesses grow. Furthermore, the service supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, as well as embedded devices and cloud services. This allows firewall users to extend VPN protection to all major endpoints, including mobile devices and BYOD environments.

For added convenience and security, users can log in to Tailscale with their identity providers, such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Okta, OneLogin, or JumpCloud. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) can also be implemented through these accounts, providing an additional layer of protection and simplifying access control and user management.

“VPNs are essential for protecting data and supporting hybrid workforces, but they have typically proven too complex for smaller organizations with limited IT resources,” said Ken Tsai, president of Zyxel Networks. “This integration offers our customers a simpler, faster, and smarter way to enable secure connections across all their devices, wherever they are.”.

“VPNs have a reputation for being slow, difficult to set up, and impossible to manage. We created Tailscale to solve this problem, and now we’re excited to bring this simplicity to more people through our collaboration with Zyxel Networks,” said Avery Pennarun, co-founder and CEO of Tailscale. “Zyxel Networks’ presence in the SMB market allows us to help many more teams bypass the VPN problem and get back to work securely.”.