Firewall throughput:190,000 Mbps
Firewall IMIX:81,000 Mbps
Firewall Latency (64 byte UDP):5.5 µs
IPS throughput:93,000 Mbps
Threat Protection throughput:34,000 Mbps
NGFW:76,000 Mbps
Concurrent connections:58,000,000
New connections/sec:1,700,000
IPsec VPN throughput:141,000 Mbps
IPsec VPN concurrent tunnels:15,000
SSL VPN concurrent tunnels:24,000
Xstream SSL/TLS Inspection:24,000 Mbps
Xstream SSL/TLS concurrent connections:2,500,000
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Physical Specifications
- Mounting:2U sliding rails (included)
- Dimensions
Width x Height x Depth:438 x 88 x 645 mm
17.24 x 3.46 x 25.39 inches - Weight:18 kg/39.68 lbs (unpacked)
27.3 kg/60.19 lbs (packed)
Environment
- Power supply:2 x hot-swap internal auto-ranging
100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz PSU - Power consumption:318 W/1,085 BTU/h (idle)
645 W/2,200 BTU/h (max.) - Operating temperature:0°C to 40°C (operating)
-20°C to +70°C (storage) - Humidity:10% to 90%, non-condensing
Product Certifications
- Certifications:CB, CE, UKCA, UL, FCC, ISED, VCCI, BSMI, RCM, NOM, KC, SDPPI, Anatel, CCC. Planned: TEC
Performance
- Firewall throughput:190,000 Mbps
- Firewall IMIX:81,000 Mbps
- Firewall Latency (64 byte UDP):5.5 µs
- IPS throughput:93,000 Mbps
- Threat Protection throughput:34,000 Mbps
- NGFW:76,000 Mbps
- Concurrent connections:58,000,000
- New connections/sec:1,700,000
- IPsec VPN throughput:141,000 Mbps
- IPsec VPN concurrent tunnels:15,000
- SSL VPN concurrent tunnels:24,000
- Xstream SSL/TLS Inspection:24,000 Mbps
- Xstream SSL/TLS concurrent connections:2,500,000
XGS 8500 Specification
XGS 8500 Specifications
Firewall Throughput 190,000 Mbps Firewall IMIX 81,000 Mbps Firewall Latency (64 byte UDP) 5.5 µs IPS Throughput 93,000 Mbps Threat Protection Throughput 34,000 Mbps NGFW Throughput 76,000 Mbps Ethernet Ports 8 x GbE copper Fiber Ports 12 x SFP+ 10 GbE QSFP28 Ports 2 x QSFP28 (up to 100 Gbps) Concurrent Connections Up to 25 million New Connections per Second 450,000 SSL VPN Throughput 9,500 Mbps IPsec VPN Throughput 35,000 Mbps Maximum Power Consumption 250W Dimensions (H x W x D) 44 x 438 x 570 mm Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C Storage Temperature -20°C to 70°C Relative Humidity 10% to 90% non-condensing Power Supply Dual Redundant Power Supply Management Port 1 x RJ45 Console Compliance CE, FCC, RoHS
| Firewall Throughput | 190,000 Mbps |
| Firewall IMIX | 81,000 Mbps |
| Firewall Latency (64 byte UDP) | 5.5 µs |
| IPS Throughput | 93,000 Mbps |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 34,000 Mbps |
| NGFW Throughput | 76,000 Mbps |
| Ethernet Ports | 8 x GbE copper |
| Fiber Ports | 12 x SFP+ 10 GbE |
| QSFP28 Ports | 2 x QSFP28 (up to 100 Gbps) |
| Concurrent Connections | Up to 25 million |
| New Connections per Second | 450,000 |
| SSL VPN Throughput | 9,500 Mbps |
| IPsec VPN Throughput | 35,000 Mbps |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 250W |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 44 x 438 x 570 mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 70°C |
| Relative Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Power Supply | Dual Redundant Power Supply |
| Management Port | 1 x RJ45 Console |
| Compliance | CE, FCC, RoHS |
Physical Interfaces
- Storage (local quarantine/logs):2 x min. 960 GB NVMe SSD
HW RAID built into CPU - Ethernet interfaces (fixed):8 x GbE copper
12 x SFP+ 10 GbE fiber*
2 x QSFP28 (up to 100 Gbps) - Bypass port pairs:2
- Management ports:1 x RJ45 MGMT
1 x COM RJ45
1 x Micro-USB (cable incl.)
- Other I/O ports:2 x USB 3.0 (front)
- Number of Flexi Port slots:2 + 2 for high-density module
- Flexi Port modules (optional):8 port GbE copper
8 port GbE SFP fiber
4 port 10 GbE SFP+ fiber
4 port GbE copper bypass (2 pairs)
2 port 40 GbE QSFP+ fiber
8 port 10 GbE SFP+ fiber
2 port GbE Fiber (LC) bypass
+ 4 port GbE SFP Fiber
2 port 10 GbE Fiber (LC) bypass
+ 4 port 10 GbE SFP+ Fiber
High-density module (NIC): 12 port
GE copper + 4 port 2.5 GE copper - Max. total port density (incl. use of modules):70
- Optional add-on connectivity:SFP DSL module (VDSL2)
SFP/SFP+ Transceivers - Display:Multi-function LCD module
Questions & Answers
Q. How to troubleshoot common issues with the XGS 8500?
A. If facing performance issues with the XGS 8500, ensure that all network connections are secure and properly configured. Check for any firmware updates or patches released by Sophos to address known vulnerabilities. Analyze logs and reports within the management interface to pinpoint potential issues and take appropriate actions for resolution.
Q. What advantages does the XGS 8500 offer compared to similar products?
A. The XGS 8500 outshines competitors with its exceptional firewall throughput, low latency, and versatile port configuration. Its high IPS and Threat Protection throughputs make it a comprehensive security solution for advanced threat detection and prevention. Moreover, the inclusion of multiple 10 GbE fiber ports and QSFP28 support sets it apart as a high-speed, scalable network defense appliance.
Q. How can the XGS 8500 enhance cost-effectiveness for businesses?
A. Despite its advanced features, the XGS 8500 offers cost-effective security solutions for medium to large enterprises. By consolidating firewall, IPS, and threat protection functionalities into a single appliance, businesses can reduce hardware costs and streamline network security management. The high throughput capabilities also ensure optimized network performance without compromising on security.
Q. What are the key considerations when choosing the XGS 8500?
A. When selecting the XGS 8500, consider factors such as the network environment's size, security requirements, and future scalability needs. Evaluate the specific throughput and port requirements to ensure the firewall aligns with the organization's network infrastructure. Additionally, factor in budget constraints and ongoing maintenance costs to make an informed decision on deploying the XGS 8500.
