Description
In the fast-paced digital economy of Dubai and the GCC, mid-sized businesses require security that accelerates performance. The Sophos XGS126 firewall Dubai delivers elite-level protection designed for modern enterprises.
At Netmate IT Solutions, we deploy future-proof firewall solutions that separate control and data planes, enabling deep packet inspection (DPI) and high-speed VPN performance without latency issues.

Xstream Architecture: Hardware-Accelerated Defense
The Sophos XGS126 uses a dual-processor architecture to eliminate performance bottlenecks under heavy security loads.
- Main CPU: Handles deep packet inspection, authentication, and reporting.
- Xstream Flow Processor: Accelerates trusted traffic such as VoIP, video, and SD-WAN for ultra-low latency performance.
Hardware-Accelerated TLS 1.3 Inspection
The XGS126 delivers 800 Mbps TLS inspection throughput, ensuring encrypted traffic visibility without performance loss.
Sophos XGS126 Technical Specifications & Performance
The XGS126 delivers strong enterprise-grade performance for modern distributed environments.
| Feature | Performance Specification |
| Firewall Throughput | 10,500 Mbps |
| Firewall IMIX | 4,000 Mbps |
| IPS Throughput | 2,600 Mbps |
| IPsec VPN Throughput | 1,800 Mbps |
| NGFW Throughput | 2,500 Mbps |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 900 Mbps |
| Concurrent Connections | 5,000,000 |
| Latency (64 byte UDP) | 8 µs |
High-Density Connectivity & Built-in PoE
The Sophos XGS126 simplifies infrastructure while offering enterprise-grade flexibility.
- 12 x GE Copper ports
- 2 x SFP Fiber ports
- 2 x PoE ports (802.3at, 30W each)
- Expansion slot for 5G / 4G modules
- Optional redundant power supply support
Advanced Protection for the Middle East Market
- AI Sandboxing: Detects and blocks unknown threats before execution
- Web Filtering: Controls access to malicious and non-productive sites
- Xstream SD-WAN: Optimizes multi-ISP connectivity in UAE
Why Choose Netmate IT Solutions in Dubai?
- Authorized Sophos Partner in UAE
- Certified deployment engineers
- End-to-end support & competitive pricing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Sophos XGS126 suitable for 100-user offices?
Yes, it is ideal for 50–125 users with strong cloud and VPN workloads.
Does it support 5G?
Yes, via an optional expansion module for failover or primary connectivity.
What is the benefit of PoE ports?
They allow direct power delivery to access points and IP phones, reducing infrastructure complexity.


