You can obtain and install a feature key using several methods depending on your device's internet connectivity and management setup.
Click the button located in the center of the page. The Firebox will securely contact the WatchGuard registration servers via HTTPS, verify its serial number, and pull down the latest feature key. Step 4: Verify the Services
(Optional) Check to let the device auto-update in the future. Method 2: WatchGuard System Manager (WSM) download feature key watchguard work
If the Firebox has internet access, it can pull the key itself.
If your Firebox is deployed in a high-security environment without direct internet access, you must retrieve the feature key manually using a web browser. Step 1: Download the Key from the Portal You can obtain and install a feature key
: When enabled, the device connects to WatchGuard servers (specifically *.watchguard.com or *.watchguard.io ) to verify its serial number and download the latest license details.
: If the device is behind another firewall, you must bypass HTTPS inspection for *.watchguard.io and *.watchguard.com to prevent connection errors. About Feature Keys - WatchGuard Step 4: Verify the Services (Optional) Check to
By default, locally-managed Fireboxes can automatically check for and download new keys.
You are attempting to upload a feature key meant for a different Firebox.
This guide provides a comprehensive, step-by-step walkthrough on how to download, install, and troubleshoot a WatchGuard feature key using multiple management methods. Prerequisites Before You Begin
Set a calendar reminder 30 days before your subscriptions expire. You can download a renewal feature key in advance and apply it without waiting for the old one to expire.