SonicWall’s SSL VPN NetExtender allows you to provide easy and secure access to Windows and Linux users. This transparent software enables remote users to securely connect and run any application on the company network. Users can upload and download files, mount network drives, and access resources as if they were on the local network.
Publisher’s description
What is SonicWall NetExtender?
SonicWall NetExtender by SonicWall Inc. is proprietary Windows software in the vpn & proxy category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) and MSI installers for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 9.9 MB. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 10.3.5, released on May 14, 2026. The version history goes back to July 3, 2025: 14 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 3.8 releases a year.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Small download (9.9 MB)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
In short: SonicWall NetExtender is a vpn & proxy tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is SonicWall NetExtender safe to download?
- The file is served by software.sonicwall.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
00643C0864283B0B8CBEB7B0627D94FC1B916369C958C7C35F78FF433B9BFD8B· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 14 versions ›14 versions over 4 years · about 3.8 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.3.5Latest | May 14, 2026 | 17.8 MB | ARM64 MSI32-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit MSI64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 10.3.4 | March 13, 2026 | — | ARM64 MSI64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit MSI32-bit MSI |
| 10.3.3 | September 30, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)32-bit MSI32-bit EXE (NSIS)ARM64 MSI |
| 10.3.2 | March 26, 2025 | — | ARM64 MSI32-bit EXE (NSIS)ARM64 EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 10.3.1 | December 24, 2024 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
| 10.3.0 | October 28, 2024 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSIARM64 MSI |
| 10.2.341 | June 28, 2024 | — | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
| 10.2.339 | July 3, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id SonicWall.NetExtender -eNXSetupU-x64-10.3.5.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- SonicWall Inc.
- Category
- VPN & proxy
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS), MSI
- Version
- 10.3.5
- Released
- May 14, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 2, 2025
- Versions listed
- 14
- Updates / year
- 3.8
- Website
- sonicwall.com
- winget ID
- SonicWall.NetExtender
- MSI product code
- {1271D373-54B1-4542-A9A3-2DEA032C9F5B}
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Frequently asked questions
Is SonicWall NetExtender free?
SonicWall NetExtender is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is SonicWall NetExtender safe to download?
The download comes from software.sonicwall.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install SonicWall NetExtender with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can SonicWall NetExtender be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does SonicWall NetExtender run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of SonicWall NetExtender?
The versions page lists all 14 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 3, 2025.
Can I use SonicWall NetExtender without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to SonicWall NetExtender?
OpenVPN, nginx, Tailscale, Proton VPN and Netbird. The alternatives page compares them.
