Protect against intrusions
The DFL-160 allows you to manage, monitor, and maintain a healthy network with ease. The DFL-160 protects your private information and prevents damage caused by hazardous applications, malicious hackers, and various other threats. Optional content filters can also prevent access to offensive websites based on your personal preferences.

An IPS database includes security information from a global sensor-grid as well as exploit data for zero-day attack prevention. The DFL-160 delivers high quality intrusion protection by constantly creating and optimizing NetDefend™ SOHO signatures via the D-Link auto-signature sensor system. Without overloading existing security appliances, these signatures ensure a high ratio of detection accuracy and the lowest ratio of false positives.

Prevent viruses from ever reaching your PC
Your PC’s antivirus software helps you to detect viruses and other malware, but can only detect these threats once they have reached your PC. This is where the DFL-160 can make all the difference. The DFL-160 is placed between your PC and the Internet, where it monitors network traffic and actively blocks dangerous content such as viruses and worms. In doing so, the firewall keeps your network secure and reliable by ensuring that only safely verified files will reach your desktop. Updates from respected partner Kaspersky Labs™ provide the DFL-160 with prompt and reliable antivirus signatures.

Dynamic web content filtering
Web content filtering allows administrators to monitor, manage, and control the material that enters the network. The DFL-160 makes use of multiple global index servers with millions of URLs and real-time information. Using policies and explicit black/white lists, administrators can allow or disallow access to specific categories of websites or specific websites.

Safely access your home network remotely
VPN support allows you to access your home network safely from remote locations. Whether at work, in a hotel, or on the road, connect to your home network with your pre-configured VPN account to conveniently and securely access your data. Cable and DSL users with dynamic IP addresses can take advantage of DDNS services which simplify access to systems with dynamic IP addresses.

User-Friendly design
A user-friendly web interface assists with initial setup and simplifies the configuration of complex security settings. The DFL-160’s compact and unobtrusive desktop chassis is easily incorporated into an existing network.

Gigabit interface for maximum throughput
A Gigabit Ethernet interface ensures high-speed performance and facilitates interoperability with existing network hardware. The DFL-160 can carry out IPS and antivirus scanning functions simultaneously without degrading firewall and VPN performance. This firewall is able to perform with a much higher throughput than comparable antivirus-capable UTM firewalls.

Green Technology
The DFL-160 implements D-Link green Technology which includes power-saving features such as cable Length Detection and power saving Mode. Power levels are automatically adjusted based on the length of connected cables. Ports with no link are automatically powered down, drastically reducing the amount of power used for that port. In addition, the firewall’s power adapter is certified by energy Star®. On average, energy Star® compliant adapters are 30% more efficient than conventional models.