# Spark Firewall R82.00.00

**Product**: Spark Firewall  
**Version**: R82.00.X  
**OS**: Gaia Embedded  
**Platform**: 2500  
**Last Modified**: 2026-05-04

## Solution

**Check Point's latest version for all Spark Firewall deployments is R82.00.00.**

**For more info about all Spark Firewall R82.00.x releases, refer to the [Release map](https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk183406) article.**

**Click [here](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMAKXIJBvfAjPa7C36ANIsAv59kmtKFyL) to see the general playlist of feature videos.**

## What's New in R82.00.00

We are excited to announce the availability of the new Spark Firewall 2500 series! This series represents a significant upgrade over the 1500 PRO series (15x5), featuring advanced capabilities such as WiFi 7, 5G cellular on entry model (roadmap), 10GbE ports, dual power supply, and greatly improved performance.

Central Management is currently available as EA (Early Availability). For more information, see [sk182538](https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk182538?server=us).

The new 2500 series include the following models:

- 2530/2550 in wired and Wi-Fi flavors (replacing the 1535 and 1555 respectively)
- 2560/2570 in wired and Wi-Fi flavors (replacing the 1575 and 1595 respectively)
- 2580 wired (replacing the 1600 and 1800 models)

In addition, the new R82.00.00 release, aligned with/based on Check Point R82 User Space Firewall (USFW) Software, includes the following features:

- [TLS1.3](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmdcTz9BBKM&list=PLMAKXIJBvfAjPa7C36ANIsAv59kmtKFyL&index=27)
- [QUIC inspection](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmdcTz9BBKM&list=PLMAKXIJBvfAjPa7C36ANIsAv59kmtKFyL&index=27)
- HTTPS inspection enhancements
- New Pay-As-You-Go Licensing

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| ## Documentation |
| <br>[**Release Notes**](https://sc1.checkpoint.com/documents/Appliances/Quantum_Spark_R82.00.X/RN/EN/Default.htm) | <br>**Administration Guides** | <br>**[Resolved Issues](https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk183419)** | **** <br>**[Known Limitations](https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk183400)** |
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| Administration Guides |
| [Spark Firewall R82.00.X Locally Managed Administration Guide (English)](https://sc1.checkpoint.com/documents/Appliances/Quantum_Spark_R82.00.X/AdminGuides_Locally_Managed/EN/Default.htm) |
| [Spark Firewall R82.00.X CLI Guide](https://sc1.checkpoint.com/documents/Appliances/Quantum_Spark_R82.00.X/CLI/EN/Default.htm) |
| [Spark Firewall R82.00.X Dynamic Routing CLI Guide](https://sc1.checkpoint.com/documents/Appliances/Quantum_Spark_R82.00.X/Dynamic_Routing/EN/Default.htm) |
| Related Solutions |
| [Spark Firewall - FAQ](https://sc1.checkpoint.com/documents/Appliances/Quantum_Spark_FAQ/Default.htm) |
| [sk183193 - Spark Firewall 2500  Appliance Series](https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk183193) |

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| ## Downloads |
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| **Download Package** | **2530 / 2550**<br>**Appliances** | **2560 / 2570**<br>**Appliances** | **2580**<br>**Appliances** |
| **R82.00.00 Build 998000699**<br>**for Local Installation** |  (IMG) |  (IMG) |  (IMG) |

**Deployment Instructions:**

- For **Local Installation**, see the [Spark Firewall R82.00.X Locally Managed Administration Guide (English)](https://sc1.checkpoint.com/documents/SMB_R82.00.X/AdminGuides_Locally_Managed/EN/Content/Topics/Backup-Restore-Upgrade-and-Other-System-Operatons.htm)

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| **[Check Point CheckMates Community](https://community.checkpoint.com/t5/SMB-Gateways-Spark/bd-p/smb-smp)** | **[Education and Training](https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk163417)** |

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| ## Revision History |
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| Date | Description |
| 04 May 2026 | Rebranding to Spark Firewall |
| 27 July 2025 | First release of this document. |

## Article Properties

**Access Level**: General  
**Status**: Approved  
**Date Created**: 2025-04-29  
**Last Modified**: 2026-05-04