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Creating users via script/using CPDIR on SMB Devices

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Recommended software version per platform

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R82 Upgrade from SmartConsole R82 for Quantum Spark 1600s and 1500s...

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Spark Firewall (SMB)

Have a question about our Small Business Security and Branch Office Security solutions? This is where to ask! This includes the 600, 700, 900, 1400, 1500, 1600, and 1800 Series appliances, Security Management Portal, and legacy SMB appliances (UTM-1 EDGE, Safe@).

See the Spark Firewall FAQ for additional information.

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