Analytics On-Prem End of Life and NSM Transition FAQ

Product Life Cycle

What are the key dates in the Analytics On-Prem End of Life?

• Last Order Day Announcement: December 4, 2025
• Last Order Day: January 31, 2026
• End of Support (EOS): January 31, 2028

Define End of Sale and End of Support

• Learn more here SonicWall Product Life Cycle Tables | SonicWall

Can I continue using Analytics On-Prem after the Last Order Day?

• Yes, you can still use Analytics On-Prem after the Last Order Day.

Will SonicWall continue to develop new features until the end of support?

• SonicWall will only provide updates for security vulnerabilities until the EOS date.

What are the risks of continuing to use Analytics On-Prem after EOL?

• Using unsupported software may pose security risks and compliance issues and cause compatibility issues with newer SonicWall devices or features.

How will I be informed of new product updates during the End of Sale period?

• SonicWall will do periodic product updates to keep you informed.

Product Compatibility, Features & Functionality

What are my alternatives to Analytics On-Prem?

• The alternatives are NSM SaaS, which is fully integrated into SonicWall Unified Management, or NSM On-Prem. Both options provide consolidated reporting and analytics in a single, supported platform.

Do all of the features from Analytics On-Prem exist in NSM?

• Please refer to the NSM feature matrix for a detailed comparison of functionality between Analytics On-Prem and NSM.

Do I transition to NSM SaaS or NSM On-Prem?

• NSM SaaS and NSM On-Prem offer the same management, reporting, and analytics features and functionality.  Your choice depends on
  • SonicWall hosts NSM SaaS and is responsible for the availability of the infrastructure and upgrading of the software (features and maintenance). NSM SaaS provides more frequent updates to address customer-reported defects, eliminating the OPEX of maintaining an in-house server infrastructure.
  • NSM On-Prem requires you to deploy, maintain, and upgrade the server infrastructure to manage SonicWall firewalls.

Are there any alternatives when Analytics On-Prem is EOS, and I can’t transition to NSM?

• No. SonicWall is consolidating all reporting and analytics into NSM SaaS or NSM On-Prem. While you can continue to use Analytics On-Prem after its EOS date, it will no longer receive support or updates, so transitioning to NSM is required to maintain a fully supported and up-to-date analytics environment.

Orderability & Licensing  

How is NSM Licensed?

• NSM is a subscription license that includes support.
  • NSM On-prem
    • Licensed based on # of nodes managed for management only
    • Licensed per FW model for reporting and analytics. Includes management
    • Refer to the on-prem datasheet for details
  • NSM SaaS
    • Licensed based on the FW model for management, reporting, and analytics
    • Refer to SaaS datasheet for details
• NSM Licenses are bundled with the Firewall security services bundle and support licenses.

What happens to my existing Analytics On-Prem licenses after EOS/EOL?

• You may continue to use your license until the support ends. After the EOL date, no updates will be provided, but your existing licenses will remain functional for the version of Analytics you are currently running.

Are any discounts or software transition offers available to transition from Analytics On-Prem to NSM?

• Yes, we are offering promotional programs for customers transitioning to NSM. Learn more here.

Does NSM offer trial licenses for me to get trained?

• Yes, NSM offers a 30-day trial license.

What are the benefits of moving to NSM?

• Management of new versions of SonicOS: NSM offers full support for all new features of SonicOS as and when they become available.
• New Features: Utilize advanced features and functionality that NSM offers for centralized management of SonicWall firewalls
• Robust Roadmap and Technical Support: NSM has a robust roadmap for adding and improving features and functionality. NSM offers full technical support from SonicWall, ensuring you get assistance when needed
• Integration with SonicWall Unified Management: NSM is now fully integrated into SonicWall Unified Management, giving you a single, streamlined interface to manage your entire firewall environment.
• Improved Performance: Optimization for newer devices, better scalability, and more efficient management tools

Transition

Can I move my historical data from Analytics On-Prem to NSM?

No, migration of historical data from Analytics On-Prem to NSM is not supported. However, if you need continued access to previously collected data, you can maintain your existing Analytics On-Prem deployment. Simply retain your current configuration (do not delete your firewalls from Analytics) and begin managing those firewalls in NSM going forward.

NSM will collect all new data, while your Analytics On-Prem system will remain available for viewing historical information.

We will provide detailed instructions on how to follow this setup in the Migration Guide.

Will training or resources be available to help me transition to NSM?

• SonicWall University offers several training modules on NSM features and functionality. For all available courses on NSM, visit SonicWall University.
• You can also contact your SE for a detailed overview of NSM.

Resources

• SonicWall University
• NSM SaaS Data Sheet
• NSM On-Prem Data Sheet
• Promotional Offers
• End of Life Announcement
• NSM vs Analytics On-Prem Feature Matrix 
• Migration Guide 
• Product Lifecycle page 
• Promotions and offers