Sophos Access Points

The smarter way to simple, secure Wi-Fi

Sophos Wireless provides a simple, effective way to manage and secure your wireless networks. Managed from Sophos Central, it is easy to deploy as a standalone product or as part of your portfolio of cloud-managed solutions

Installs fast with automatic setup and configuration

You can set up multiple wireless Access Points (APs) within minutes. They require no local configuration and will simply find the controller, retrieve their IP address via DHCP, and import the configuration. Devices automatically appear in the UTM/firewall interface where you can manually activate them.

Creates reliable networks for all areas

Our access points support a variety of deployment scenarios. They include models for desktop/wall mounting such as the entry-level AP 15 and the enterprise-grade AP 55 and AP 100. The AP 15C, 55C and 100C are smoke-detector style ceiling-mount and the AP 100X is suitable for outdoor use.

"What I really like about Sophos’ integrated wireless protection approach is that it frees our administrators from separately managing an expensive enterprise wireless solution."
Jason Richards, CEO, Vineyard Networks

Provides guest Wi-Fi and BYOD access

We give you secure, easy-to-manage guest access out-of-the-box–without extra appliances, licenses or complex configuration. And you can tailor the guest experience to suit your needs. Set bandwidth limits and content filtering as well as customizing the login page and vouchers to strengthen your company brand.

Secure wireless and integrated network protection

To prevent unauthorized access Sophos uses the most advanced encryption and authentication standards available, including WPA2-Enterprise in combination with IEEE 802.1X (RADIUS authentication). And, our APs forward wireless traffic to the UTM or firewall, giving wireless clients the same level of security as if they were physically connected to the LAN. You can also choose to authenticate users based on their credentials from any back end server supported by our UTM and firewall for greater flexibility and control.

Sophos Wireless Managed From Sophos Central

With Sophos Wireless you can manage your wireless networks alongside other Sophos solutions or use our Sophos Central management platform solely for wireless network setup and control.

One dashboard for an at-a-glance status

The Sophos Wireless dashboard is your single pane of glass to get the status of your wireless networks, access points, connected clients and identify potential issues needing attention. Get all the key information at-a-glance in a concise manner and on a single screen.

Simple deployment and administration

Using the step-by-step guidance in the on-boarding wizard, creating networks, registering access points and adding sites is child’s play. Sophos' solution is built to be simple to use - even for non-wireless experts - but that doesn’t mean you forfeit functionality. Schedule firmware upgrades to keep your network up-to-date and deploy new features.

Increased visibility and control

See which traffic is using your bandwidth to optimize the performance of your Wi-Fi and alert you to potential unwanted use of your resources. With Sophos Wireless you’ll know exactly what’s happening with your users and your wireless networks to avoid behavior which could put your security at risk.

Secure guest access and hotspot setup

Provide controlled internet access for visitors, contractors and other guests on your network. Using a daily password or time-based voucher, you can customize guest access with your own terms of service and branding. Use enterprise-grade backend authentication for a seamless user experience.

Multi-site management and cloud scalability

One of the benefits of a cloud-managed wireless solution is scalability. Whether you have just one growing network, or multiple sites, extending your Wi-Fi is as simple as adding an additional access point. With our basic site planning tools you get a first impression of what your set-up will look like, before doing a more detailed site survey and plan.

Rogue AP Detection

Sophos' Rogue AP Detection will assist you in detecting issues from "impersonation attacks" like the "evil twins" one which attempts to trick your users into joining a network which is not safe. You can classify both untrusted, and trusted access points on or even close to your network.

Wireless Scalability

Your Sophos Wireless network is easy to extend by simply adding an additional Access Point. The scalability of Sophos' cloud-based architecture to is used to it's fullest so that you are able to adapt your network in a way that suits the needs of your business.

Sophos Wireless

All current Sophos Access Points running the latest firmware can be managed from Sophos Central. If you're unsure if your access point is compatible, look for a Sophos Central Ready label on the packaging, or the back of the access point*.

Sophos Access Points	AP 15	AP 15C	AP 55	AP 55C	AP 100	AP 100C	AP 100X
Product Support**
Wireless in Sophos Central
Sophos UTM
Sophos XG Firewall		From v16
Capacity
Deployment	Indoor SOHO	Indoor SOHO	Indoor Medium Enterprise	Indoor Medium Enterprise	Indoor Enterprise-grade	Indoor Enterprise-grade	Outdoor Enterprise-grade
Maximum throughput	300 Mbps	300 Mbps	867 Mbps + 300 Mbps	867 Mbps + 300 Mbps	1.3 Gbps + 450 Mbps	1.3 Gbps + 450 Mbps	1.3 Gbps + 450 Mbps
Multiple SSIDs	8	8	8 per radio (16 in total)	8 per radio (16 in total)	8 per radio (16 in total)	8 per radio (16 in total)	8 per radio (16 in total)
Technical Specification
LAN interface	1 x 10/100/1000 Base TX	1 x 10/100/1000 Base TX	1 x 10/100/1000 Base TX	1 x 10/100/1000 Base TX	1 x 10/100/1000 Base TX	1 x 10/100/1000 Base TX	1 x 10/100/1000 Base TX
Supported WLAN Standards	802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz	802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 and 5 GHz	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 and 5 GHz	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 and 5 GHz	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 and 5 GHz	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 and 5 GHz
DFS/TPC	-	-	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power over Ethernet (min.)	802.3af	802.3af	802.3at	802.3at	802.3at	802.3at	802.3at
Number of antennas	2 external	2 internal	2 external	4 internal	3 external	6 internal	6 external
Number of radios	1	1	2	2	2	2	2
MIMO capabilities	2x2:2	2x2:2	2x2:2	2x2:2	3x3:3	3x3:3	3x3:3
Power supply	90-240V, 50/60 Hz	90-240V, 50/60 Hz	100-240V, 50/60 Hz	100-240V, 50/60Hz	100-240V, 50/60 Hz	100-240V, 50/60 Hz	100-240V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption (max.)	2.5W	7W	17W	20W	17W	20W	17W
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (WxHxD)	194 x 32 x 115 mm	176 (Diameter) x 29.86 mm (Height)	183 x 36 x 183 mm	200 (Diameter) x 37 mm (Height)	183 x 36 x 183 mm	200 (Diameter) x 37 mm (Height)	255 x 225 x 90 mm
Weight	260g	265g	500g	640g	505g	640g	2.5kg
Mounting options	Desktop/wall	Ceiling	Desktop/wall	Ceiling/wall	Desktop/wall	Ceiling/wall	Wall/pole
Product Certifications
Certifications	CE, FCC, IC, RCM, SRRC, CB, UL	CE, FCC, IC, MIC, VCCI, RCM, CB, UL	CE, FCC, IC, MIC, VCCI, CB, UL	CE, FCC, IC, NCC, BSMI, RCM, SRRC, CB, UL (plenum-rated)	CE, FCC, IC, RCM, CB, UL	CE, FCC, IC, NCC, BSMI, RCM, CB, UL (plenum-rated)	CE, FCC, IC, RCM, CB, UL

*AP 15, 15C, 55, 55C, 100, 100C and 100X Access Points which you have previously used with your Sophos UTM or XG Firewall can be upgraded and deleted from your firewall/UTM for use with Sophos Central.

** Product Support assumes that you are running the latest version of the software and/or have your access points flashed with the latest firmware version.

Sophos UTM: Wireless Protection

Senior Technologist at Sophos, Angelo Comazzetto walks you through the new features and benefits of Sophos UTM.

Getting Started with Sophos Wireless

This 3-minute video shows you how easy it is to get up and running with Wireless in Sophos Central.

[Sophos XG Firewall] Networking: Integrated Wireless Access Point

In this video we cover how to configure the wireless access points in those XG Series models that include integrated WiFi.

Sophos UTM: Manage wireless access

Easily make sure that users and guests can connect wireless devices safely in your business.

Sophos Wireless Datasheets, Guides etc.

• Sophos Wireless Datasheet