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Description
The Sophos XGS 6500 is a high-performance 2U rackmount firewall appliance built for the most demanding large enterprises, data centers, and campus networks. It offers the highest throughput in the XGS series, with extensive high-speed connectivity including 10G SFP+ and 40G QSFP+ ports, plus dual expansion bays for maximum modularity.
Featuring the powerful Xstream architecture, it delivers exceptional SSL inspection and threat protection throughput. This bundle includes the XGS 6500 hardware and the Xstream Protection Bundle, giving you a complete, all-in-one security solution right out of the box.
What is the Xstream Protection Bundle?
The Xstream Protection bundle provides the ultimate protection and value. It includes all of the following services:
- Network Protection: Intrusion Prevention (IPS), Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), and SD-WAN capabilities.
- Web Protection: Full web security, application control, and traffic shaping.
- Zero-Day Protection: Cloud-based sandboxing (Sandstorm) to stop ransomware and unknown threats.
- Central Orchestration: SD-WAN VPN orchestration to easily build secure networks.
- Enhanced Support: 24/7 support, feature updates, and advanced hardware replacement.
Why Buy From Softech.store?
- ✔ Sophos Gold Partner - Middle East & Africa | Authorised Partner - North America: We supply all Sophos licenses.
- ✔ Expert Technical Support: Our certified engineers can help with setup, configuration, and high-availability.
- ✔ Competitive Pricing: We offer the best prices on all hardware and license renewals.
Sophos XGS 4500 vs. XGS 5500 vs. XGS 6500
The XGS 6500 is a 2U appliance that offers the highest performance in the XGS series, with more 40G ports and higher threat protection throughput for the most demanding networks.
| Specification | Sophos XGS 5500 | Sophos XGS 6500 (This Product) |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | 2U | 2U |
| Firewall Throughput | 150.0 Gbps | 190.0 Gbps |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 51.0 Gbps | 71.0 Gbps |
| SFP+ Ports (10G Fiber) | ✓ (12 ports) | ✓ (12 ports) |
| QSFP+ Ports (40G Fiber) | ✓ (4 ports) | ✓ (8 ports) |
| Best For | Large Enterprise / Campus | Max Performance / Telco / HQ |
FAQs for XGS 6500
Q: Who is the XGS 6500 designed for?
A: The XGS 6500 is one of the most powerful firewalls in the Sophos lineup. It is designed for large-scale enterprise headquarters, data centers, and service providers who need maximum throughput, port density, and redundancy.
Q: What are the expansion bays for?
A: The dual expansion bays allow for enhanced connectivity. You can add modules for more 10G SFP+ ports, 40G QSFP+ ports, or additional copper ports, making the firewall highly adaptable to your specific data center needs.
Q: What is the difference between the Xstream Protection bundle and the Standard Protection bundle?
A: Xstream Protection (included in this bundle) is the all-in-one, top-tier bundle. The "Standard Protection" bundle is a more basic package that does not include Zero-Day Protection (Sandstorm) or Central SD-WAN Orchestration. We highly recommend the Xstream Protection bundle for complete security.
Buying questions
What does the licence term mean?
The term is the length of the subscription or support that comes with the product, for example 1-year, or 12 MOS for 12 months. The price shown is the price for the options you select.
How do I renew a Sophos licence?
Send us your serial number and licence expiry date with the Renew your Sophos licence form (softech.store/pages/renew-sophos-licence). We reply with a renewal quote within one business day.
How is my order delivered?
Hardware ships as set out in our shipping policy. Licence keys for any subscription on the order are sent by e-mail.
Who supports the product after I buy?
Manufacturer support is provided under the terms of the manufacturer. For questions about your order, licence key or invoice, write to sales@softech.store; we reply within one business day.
Who invoices me, and can I get a formal quote for a purchase order?
Softech Global Systems LLC, Virginia, USA issues a US invoice for every order. For a formal quote to raise a purchase order, use Get formal quote on this page; we reply within one business day.