Sophos XGS 118 Firewall – Gen 2 Desktop with XStream Protection With 12 MOS License

Description

The Sophos XGS 118 (Gen 2) upgrades the XGS desktop line with dedicated SFP uplink ports, making it the ideal choice for Egyptian SMBs that need fiber connectivity or high-speed uplinks to core switches. With 31 Gbps firewall throughput and 5,000 Mbps threat protection, it handles demanding mixed-traffic environments while maintaining silent fanless operation.

Key Specifications

Ideal Use Cases

• SMBs with Fiber Uplinks (25–75 users): The 2× SFP ports enable direct fiber connectivity to the ISP or uplink to managed switches — future-proofing your network.
• Mixed Copper + Fiber Environments: 8 copper ports for local connectivity plus SFP uplinks for the backbone — ideal for businesses transitioning to fiber.
• Educational Institutions: Schools and training centers with 30–70 users benefit from strong web filtering, application control, and content inspection.
• Professional Services Firms: Accountancies, engineering firms, and consultancies requiring VPN for remote workers and IPS for client data protection.

Why Buy from Da3m?

• Sophos Gold Partner — highest tier authorized reseller in Egypt
• SFP Module Availability — Da3m stocks compatible SFP transceivers for immediate fiber setup
• Expert Pre-Sales Consultation — our engineers assess your network and recommend the right license tier
• Warranty & RMA Support — full warranty management through Da3m’s local team
• Training Available — Sophos administrator training for your IT team

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of SFP modules are compatible with the XGS 118?

The XGS 118 supports standard 1G SFP modules including 1000BASE-SX (multimode fiber), 1000BASE-LX (single-mode fiber), and 1000BASE-T (copper SFP). Da3m stocks compatible SFP modules — contact us to bundle with your order.

Is the XGS 118 suitable for a business with 50 users?

Yes. The XGS 118 comfortably handles 50–75 concurrent users with full threat inspection enabled. Its 5 Gbps threat protection throughput ensures no performance degradation even with IPS and web filtering active.

Can the XGS 118 terminate SSL/TLS inspection for HTTPS traffic?

Yes. The XGS 118’s XStream architecture provides hardware-accelerated SSL/TLS inspection at 1,600 Mbps — enabling deep inspection of encrypted traffic without the performance hit seen in previous-generation firewalls.

Does Sophos XGS 118 support high availability (HA)?

Yes. The XGS 118 supports Active-Passive HA clustering for zero-downtime failover — recommended for businesses where network availability is business-critical.

How do I get technical support after purchasing?

Da3m provides local Tier-1 support from our Egypt-based team. Critical issues are escalated directly to Sophos TAC through our Gold Partner portal. Contact us at info@da3m.net or call our Alexandria/Cairo offices.