The Sophos XGS 88 Xstream Protection - 39 MOS Subscription offers comprehensive next-generation firewall security tailored for small to medium-sized businesses and branch offices. As part of Sophos' second-generation XGS Series desktop firewalls, the XGS 88 delivers accelerated network performance with Xstream Virtual FastPath technology, boosting IPsec VPN and traffic throughput when running Sophos Firewall OS v21 or later.

Designed with a fanless, whisper-quiet desktop form factor suitable for noise-sensitive environments, the XGS 88 includes multiple fixed 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet copper interfaces (4 x 2.5 GE) to prevent network bottlenecks between the firewall, switches, and Wi-Fi access points. The appliance supports a wide range of protection modules such as firewall, IPS, TLS inspection, NGFW, and threat protection, provided appropriate licenses are enabled.

Connectivity features include RJ45 and micro-USB console ports, plus USB 2.0 (front) and USB 3.0 (rear) ports for expanded I/O capabilities. For environments requiring wireless connectivity, the XGS 88w variant integrates Wi-Fi 6.

This 39-month subscription product ensures continuous access to Sophos' industry-leading Xstream Protection modules to safeguard your network against evolving cyber threats, making it an essential security investment for branch offices and SMB operations.