Description
The Sophos XGS 126 is a high-performance Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) designed to provide enterprise-grade security for distributed businesses. Powered by the specialized Xstream Architecture, it features a dual-processor design that offloads heavy security tasks to ensure your network remains fast and responsive even under maximum threat protection.
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Small to Mid-Sized Businesses (SMBs): Ideal for offices with 50 to 100 users.
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Retail & Branch Offices: Perfect for organizations requiring high port density and integrated Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) to power local devices.
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Growth-Focused Companies: Designed for businesses that need more throughput and connectivity than entry-level desktop models can provide.
Key Features
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Xstream Architecture: Separates security scanning from data processing to maintain high speeds during deep packet inspection and TLS 1.3 decryption.
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Integrated PoE Ports: Features 2 x GbE PoE+ ports (802.3at, 30W each), allowing you to power Wi-Fi access points or IP cameras directly from the firewall.
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High Port Density: Equipped with 12 x GbE Copper ports and 2 x SFP Fiber ports, offering unmatched flexibility for internal and external connections.
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Modular Expansion: Includes one expansion bay for optional modules such as 3G/4G/5G cellular failover or a second Wi-Fi module (for w-models).
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Redundant Power Support: Features a connector for an optional second external power supply to ensure maximum uptime.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Firewall Throughput | 10,500 Mbps (10.5 Gbps) |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 900 Mbps |
| NGFW Throughput | 2,500 Mbps |
| Fixed Ethernet Ports | 12 x GbE Copper |
| Fiber Ports | 2 x SFP Fiber |
| PoE Support | 2 x 802.3at (PoE+ 30W Max per port) |
| Memory | 6 GB DDR4 (Main) + 4 GB (NPU) |
| Storage | 64 GB Integrated SSD |
| Expansion Slots | 1 Bay (Supports LTE/5G Modules) |
The Sophos XGS 126 offers the perfect balance of performance and value for businesses that have outgrown smaller desktop firewalls. With its 6GB of RAM and 14 total interfaces, it handles significantly more concurrent connections and security policies without lagging. It is the “workhorse” of the Sophos desktop series, providing the reliability of a rackmount unit in a compact, desk-friendly form factor.
ApplicationsÂ
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Busy Branch Offices: Securely connect remote locations to the main office via high-speed SD-WAN and VPN tunnels.
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Professional Firms: Essential for legal, financial, and accounting firms that need to inspect encrypted traffic to prevent data breaches.
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Healthcare Clinics: Robust security to protect patient data while powering VoIP phones and security cameras via the built-in PoE ports.

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