Hardware Firewall Sophos XGS 3300

The Sophos XGS 3300 is a 1U rackmount hardware firewall designed for mid-sized and distributed organizations requiring high-performance network protection. It delivers up to 58 Gbit/s throughput and IPSec VPN throughput of 31.1 Gbit/s, combining a high-speed CPU with a dedicated Xstream Flow Processor for hardware-accelerated traffic inspection. The appliance includes a variety of high-speed built-in interfaces and supports add-on connectivity modules, with certifications such as CE and UL. Physical dimensions are 438 mm (width) × 405 mm (depth) × 44 mm (height) and the unit weighs 4.7 kg; it operates from 100–240 V AC input.

Advantages

The Sophos XGS 3300 provides high throughput and hardware-accelerated processing for efficient inspection of encrypted and high-volume traffic. Its rackmount 1U design and built-in high-speed interfaces allow flexible deployment in distributed edge and data center racks. The appliance supports IPSec VPN at multi-gigabit rates, contributing to reliable site-to-site and remote-user connectivity. Certified safety and regulatory markings and compact dimensions make it suitable for standard server racks and managed network environments.

Suitable for

• Mid-sized enterprises and distributed branch deployments
• High-throughput perimeter firewalling and secure internet gateway
• Multi-site connectivity using IPSec VPN and SD-WAN edge use
• Environments requiring rackmount 1U appliances with add-on connectivity

Key specifications

• Model: Sophos XGS 3300 (MPN IG3C5CSEU)
• Form factor: 1U rackmount
• Firewall throughput: up to 58 Gbit/s
• IPSec VPN throughput: 31.1 Gbit/s
• Processor: high-speed CPU with Xstream Flow Processor hardware acceleration
• Certifications: CE, UL
• Dimensions (W×D×H): 438 × 405 × 44 mm
• Weight: 4.7 kg
• Power input: AC 100–240 V

How to use

Install the Sophos XGS 3300 into a standard 19-inch rack occupying a single 1U space and connect AC power within the specified 100–240 V range. Connect network links to the appropriate built-in interfaces or fitted connectivity modules, and complete initial setup using the appliance management interface to configure security policies, VPN tunnels, and SD-WAN settings. Monitor performance and security events through the management console and apply firmware or signature updates as provided by the vendor.

Usage recommendations

Place the XGS 3300 in a ventilated rack space with proper cable management and ensure regular backups of configuration. For optimal throughput with encrypted traffic, enable the Xstream Flow Processor features and keep firmware up to date. For deployments requiring extra connectivity, use supported add-on modules and follow Sophos guidelines for interface mapping and redundancy.