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Overview

HopBox is an open-source, cloud-managed SD-WAN platform built for secure and resilient enterprise networking. It combines purpose-built hardware appliances with a centralized cloud dashboard to give you complete control over your network.

What is HopBox?

Section titled “What is HopBox?”

HopBox is a managed SD-WAN solution that lets you:

  • Connect multiple sites with encrypted VPN tunnels (WireGuard, OpenVPN, IPsec)
  • Optimize traffic with dynamic multipath routing and intelligent failover
  • Secure your network with built-in firewall, DNS filtering, and web access policies
  • Monitor all devices in real time from a single cloud dashboard
  • Automate firmware updates, configuration changes, and policy deployments

How It Works

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Each HopBox device runs a customized OpenWRT-based firmware that connects to the HopBox Cloud. From the cloud dashboard, you can manage all your devices, configure SD-WAN policies, set up VPN connections, and monitor network health — all from your browser.

[Site A] ──HopBox──┐
                    ├── HopBox Cloud Dashboard
[Site B] ──HopBox──┤     (centralized management)
                    ├──
[Site C] ──HopBox──┘

Core Components

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ComponentDescription
HopBox DeviceHardware appliance or OpenWRT-compatible router running HopBox firmware
HopBox CloudWeb-based dashboard for device management, monitoring, and policy control
CharcoalAI-driven proxy policy engine for web access control
SD-WAN EngineMultipath routing, failover, and traffic optimization

Who Is It For?

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HopBox is designed for:

  • Enterprises with distributed branch offices needing site-to-site connectivity
  • Universities and institutions managing large-scale campus networks
  • MSPs and IT teams looking for centralized, zero-touch device management
  • Security-conscious organizations that value open-source, auditable infrastructure

Next Steps

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