Hardware Firewall Sophos XGS 2100

The Sophos XGS 2100 is a 1U rackmount hardware firewall from the XGS Series designed for mid-sized and distributed organizations. It combines a high-speed CPU with a dedicated Xstream Flow Processor to deliver accelerated throughput and reliable protection. The appliance offers a wide selection of high-speed built-in interfaces and optional add-on connectivity modules to adapt to changing network requirements. The compact 1U form factor includes an LCD display for monitoring and supports global certifications such as CB, CE and FCC. The device operates on 100–240 V AC input and weighs 4.7 kg.

Advantages

The hardware firewall Sophos XGS 2100 provides hardware-accelerated security processing via the dedicated Xstream Flow Processor, enabling high firewall throughput and TLS inspection rates while keeping CPU resources available for other services. Its rackmount 1U design saves data center space and the built-in LCD simplifies status checks. Multiple high-speed interfaces and optional connectivity modules allow flexible deployment for SD-WAN resiliency, remote-user connectivity and scalable protection as your network grows.

Suitable for

• Mid-sized enterprise core or edge firewall
• Distributed locations and branch offices requiring rackmount appliances
• SD-WAN deployments needing high uptime and link management
• Secure remote access and site-to-site IPsec VPNs
• Organizations requiring TLS interception and intrusion prevention

Key specifications

• Model: Sophos XGS 2100 (MPN: XG2ATCHEUK, EAN: 5054074007385)
• Form factor: 1U rackmount
• Firewall throughput: 30 Gbit/s
• IPsec VPN throughput: 17000 Gbit/s
• TLS interception: 1100 MB/s
• CPU: high-speed CPU plus Xstream Flow Processor (hardware acceleration)
• Input voltage: AC 100–240 V
• Certifications: CB, CE, FCC
• Weight: 4.7 kg
• Front panel: LCD display

How to use

Mount the Sophos XGS 2100 in a standard 19-inch equipment rack using appropriate rails or mounting hardware. Connect power to an AC source within the 100–240 V range and attach network links to the built-in high-speed interfaces or optional modules as required. Configure basic network settings, firewall policies, VPNs and SD-WAN rules via the Sophos management interface according to your network design. Monitor device status and performance through the front LCD and the management console, and apply firmware and security updates as released by the manufacturer.

Usage recommendations

Place the appliance in a ventilated rack location with adequate airflow and stable AC power. For best security and performance, enable hardware-accelerated features where applicable, keep firmware updated, and size the deployment to match expected throughput and concurrent VPN/session loads.