Use Cases for SD-WAN Capabilities in Cisco Secure Firewall

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Sample Scenario

Updated: February 5, 2026

Overview

Explains a scenario where a network administrator uses the SD-WAN wizard and device templates in Firewall Management Center (FMC) to onboard multiple branch devices to build a secure, scalable branch network.

Alex, a network administrator for an enterprise with multiple branch offices across various cities, wants to onboard several devices to a branch network with preconfigured settings and establish a secure network infrastructure that connects these branches to the central headquarters. Alex decides to use the new SD-WAN wizard and device templates in the Firewall Management Center. These new features streamline the process by providing centralized control, ensuring uniform configurations, and enabling efficient provisioning and scalability across the corporate network.