{"id":8452,"date":"2024-10-25T10:09:09","date_gmt":"2024-10-25T08:09:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/partnernews.sophos.com\/en-us\/?p=8452"},"modified":"2024-11-21T19:07:48","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T18:07:48","slug":"xg-series-eol-more-compelling-reasons-to-upgrade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/partnernews.sophos.com\/en-us\/2024\/10\/products\/xg-series-eol-more-compelling-reasons-to-upgrade\/","title":{"rendered":"XG Series EOL: More Compelling Reasons to Upgrade!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Editor\u2019s note: In addition to the great reasons outlined below, we now also offer a free early access period for XG to XGS migrations. When renewing before license expiry, customers can run both firewalls concurrently at no extra cost<\/strong>. Find out more<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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With just five months to go until the XG EOL on March 31, 2025, the countdown is on.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The XGS refresh momentum is at an all-time high, and now\u2019s the time to seize the opportunity with many new compelling reasons for your customers to upgrade: brand-new XGS desktop hardware models, the exciting Sophos Firewall v21 release, and our extended and expanded promos \u2013 to name just a few.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s why migrating your customers to the XGS Series makes sense for them\u2014and how it benefits you, too.<\/p>\n

1. EXTENDED: Exceptional Savings for Your Customers (now also on some new desktop models*)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You can continue to offer your XG Series customers our exclusive, limited-time deals with up to 99% discount<\/strong> on XGS hardware plus significant discounts on Xstream Protection*.<\/p>\n

To ensure a smooth transition from XGS Gen.1 to Gen.2 desktops for the highest volume models, on October 17, we added select XGS Gen.2 desktop appliances to our promos (XGS 88\/108\/118\/128 non-wireless only) in some regions (excludes EMEA Emerging).<\/p>\n

With savings and benefits like these, there\u2019s no time to lose before you plan your next customer refresh.<\/p>\n

Access Promotions<\/a><\/p>\n

* Regional and model exclusions may apply. In the EMEA Emerging region, the XGS Gen.2 desktop models are excluded from all promo offers.<\/em><\/p>\n

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2. EXCLUSIVE: Lucrative Rewards Just for You<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Not only do your customers benefit, but there\u2019s also an incentive for you.<\/p>\n

Use it or lose it: the XGS Deal Reg Booster expires on December 31, 2024, giving you just a limited time to benefit from an extra 10% margin<\/strong> on eligible XGS deals.<\/p>\n

Access XGS Deal Reg Booster<\/a><\/p>\n

Our special SPIFF programs<\/strong> reward you for every successful migration to XGS hardware. So while your customers enjoy next-level protection, you\u2019ll enjoy a boost to your bottom line!<\/p>\n

Access SPIFFs<\/a><\/p>\n

Note, SPIFFs are available by invitation and in select regions only<\/em><\/p>\n

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3. ENHANCED: New Features, Better Performance<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Migrating to the XGS Series unlocks powerful new features that aren\u2019t available on XG appliances. Sophos Firewall and the XGS Series are powered by the Xstream architecture, offering enhanced performance<\/strong>, improved threat protection<\/strong>, and expanded connectivity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Learn more about XGS Series hardware<\/a><\/p>\n

Plus, the recently launched Sophos Firewall v21<\/strong> adds key features your customers will love:<\/p>\n