Sophos XGS 138 Firewall – Dual-Processor Desktop Firewall with XStream Protection

Description

The Sophos XGS 138 (Gen 2) is the flagship of Sophos’s desktop firewall lineup, powered by a dual-processor architecture for exceptional parallel processing. With 8× GE copper ports, 4× SFP, and 2× SFP+ (10G) uplinks, it bridges the gap between desktop convenience and enterprise-class performance — delivering 80 Gbps firewall throughput and 11 Gbps threat protection without requiring rack installation.

Key Specifications

Ideal Use Cases

• Mid-Size Businesses (75–150 users): Dual-processor design handles heavy concurrent sessions with full deep packet inspection — no throughput compromise at peak usage.
• 10G Core Network Uplinks: 2× 10G SFP+ ports connect directly to 10G switches or fiber uplinks, making it suitable as the edge firewall for high-speed internal networks.
• Data-Sensitive Industries: Hospitals, banks, and legal firms in Egypt requiring deep SSL inspection, advanced threat protection, and detailed audit logs.
• Edge Security Without a Rack: Businesses that prefer desktop deployment but need enterprise-class throughput and port density.

Why Buy from Da3m?

• Sophos Gold Partner — certified technical expertise for complex XGS deployments
• 10G SFP+ Transceivers Available — Da3m stocks 10G fiber and DAC modules for immediate deployment
• High-Availability Design — Da3m architects design HA clusters for zero-downtime operation
• Egypt’s Best Price Guarantee — contact Da3m for a competitive quote in EGP
• End-to-End Support — from pre-sales design through post-installation monitoring

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the XGS 138 different from the XGS 128?

The XGS 138 adds a dual-processor architecture and two 10G SFP+ ports, significantly increasing throughput (80 Gbps vs 55 Gbps firewall, 11 Gbps vs 8.9 Gbps threat protection). The 10G uplinks make it suitable for high-speed core networks that the XGS 128 cannot serve at full line rate.

Can the XGS 138 handle 10G WAN connections?

Yes. The 2× 10G SFP+ ports can terminate a 10G WAN or ISP connection, with the firewall processing traffic at full 10G line rate — ideal for businesses with high-bandwidth dedicated fiber connections.

Is the dual-processor architecture beneficial for SSL inspection?

Significantly so. SSL/TLS inspection is CPU-intensive. The XGS 138’s dual-processor design delivers 4.2 Gbps SSL inspection — more than double the XGS 128’s 2.7 Gbps — ensuring inspected HTTPS traffic doesn’t create a bottleneck.

What is the maximum number of concurrent VPN tunnels?

The XGS 138 supports up to 3,000 concurrent IPsec VPN tunnels — sufficient for large remote workforce deployments and hub-and-spoke branch office VPN networks.

Does Da3m offer managed firewall services for the XGS 138?

Yes. Da3m offers managed security services including 24/7 monitoring, rule management, threat response, and monthly reporting for businesses that prefer to outsource firewall management. Contact us for managed service pricing.