Description
XGS Series Next-Gen Firewall Appliances
Enterprise Edge: 2U Models
Distributed and growing enterprises in need of maximum throughput for even the most complex network get the ultimate in protection, performance, and business continuity with these next-gen firewalls. The new Xstream Flow Processors provide dedicated hardware acceleration to easily handle full-on protection for today’s encrypted, cloud-hosted applications and traffic. These models strike the perfect balance between port density and modularity, with a range of high-speed, built-in ports, plus additional high-density Flexi port modules available to extend connectivity even further.
All models are powered by a high-speed CPU plus a dedicated Xstream Flow Processor for hardware acceleration.

Performance Test Methodology
Sophos Switch
Connectivity, Power, and Control

Product Highlights
- Dual processor architecture with dedicated co-processor for hardware acceleration
- Built to power all key threat protection features such as TLS inspection, sandboxing and AI-driven threat analysis
- Excellent price to performance ratio
- A range of standard 1 GE copper plus 8 to 12 SFP+ 10GE Fiber interfaces on-board
- Optional standard and high-density Flexi Port modules available to extend and adapt connectivity
- Maximum port density of 48 (XGS 5500) or 68 (XGS 6500) using optional modules
- Redundancy features on all models ensure business continuity
Accessories
Flexi Port Modules
For all XGS 2U models
Our 2U models come with two standard Flexi Port expansion bays plus one or two bays for high-density modules to flexibly add to the diverse range of built-in interfaces on every box. Changes in your environment, your workforce, or your edge infrastructure may require additional fiber ports or a change in your connectivity. With Flexi Port modules, you have a cost-effective way to adapt your appliance, rather than having to purchase new hardware mid-term.
Transceivers
A list of compatible third-party transceivers can be found in our knowledge base article.
Redundancy
All of our 2U appliances come equipped with hot-swappable components to ensure maximum uptime:
- Dual SSDs
- Dual Power supplies
Rackmount Kits
All 2U rackmount appliances are supplied with rackmount sliding rails.
XGS Series 2U Accessories Matrix
Model | Redundant Power | Redundant SSD | VDSL SFP Modem | Flexi Port Bays | Flexi Port Modules | Rackmount Kit |
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XGS 5500 | included | included | optional | 2 + 1 for High-density module | 8 Port 1G copper
8 Port 1G SFP 4 Port 10G SFP+ 4 Port 1G copper bypass 2 port 40G QSFP+ 8 port 10G SFP+ 2 port GbE Fiber (LC) bypass + 4 port GbE SFP Fiber 2 port 10 GbE Fiber (LC) bypass + 4 port 10 GbE SFP+ Fiber High-Density Flexi Port module: 12 Port 1G copper + 4 Port 2.5G copper |
Sliding rails included |
XGS 6500 | included | included | optional | 2 + 2 for High-density modules | Sliding rails included |
Resources
- Sophos Firewall and XGS Series Brochure
- What’s New in Sophos Firewall
- Sophos XG Series Hardware Brochure
- Sophos Firewall Solution Brief
- Sophos Firewall Feature List
- Firewall Buyers Guide
- Sophos Firewall and SD-WAN
- Making the Move to SD-WAN
- Firewall for Education Brochure
- Firewall Best Practices Whitepaper
- Five TLS Inspection Capabilities You Need
- Sophos Central Firewall Brochure