Editor’s 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. Find out more.
With just five months to go until the XG EOL on March 31, 2025, the countdown is on.
The XGS refresh momentum is at an all-time high, and now’s 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 – to name just a few.
Here’s why migrating your customers to the XGS Series makes sense for them—and how it benefits you, too.
1. EXTENDED: Exceptional Savings for Your Customers (now also on some new desktop models*)
You can continue to offer your XG Series customers our exclusive, limited-time deals with up to 99% discount on XGS hardware plus significant discounts on Xstream Protection*.
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).
With savings and benefits like these, there’s no time to lose before you plan your next customer refresh.
* Regional and model exclusions may apply. In the EMEA Emerging region, the XGS Gen.2 desktop models are excluded from all promo offers.
2. EXCLUSIVE: Lucrative Rewards Just for You
Not only do your customers benefit, but there’s also an incentive for you.
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 on eligible XGS deals.
Our special SPIFF programs reward you for every successful migration to XGS hardware. So while your customers enjoy next-level protection, you’ll enjoy a boost to your bottom line!
Note, SPIFFs are available by invitation and in select regions only
3. ENHANCED: New Features, Better Performance
Migrating to the XGS Series unlocks powerful new features that aren’t available on XG appliances. Sophos Firewall and the XGS Series are powered by the Xstream architecture, offering enhanced performance, improved threat protection, and expanded connectivity.
Learn more about XGS Series hardware
Plus, the recently launched Sophos Firewall v21 adds key features your customers will love:
- Support for third-party threat feeds
- VPN, routing, and high availability enhancements
- Streamlined management
- Let’s Encrypt certificate support
- Also includes features such as any-to-any backup/restore and zero-touch deployment
Importantly, Sophos Firewall v21 is only available on XGS hardware (and for virtual, software, and cloud deployments), making the upgrade for your XG customers essential to take full advantage of these innovations.
4. EVOLVING: Best-in-class hardware for SMBs and Branch Offices
The new XGS Series desktop models offer industry-leading performance, power efficiency, and an excellent price per protected megabit per second (PPPMbps)—delivering incredible value for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and branch offices. Whether your customers are upgrading for better performance, high-speed connectivity, or the whisper-quiet operation of the fanless models, the XGS Series is a sound investment.
5. EASY: Migration Tools for a Seamless Transition
Worried about the migration process? Don’t be. With Sophos migration tools, the move to XGS Series hardware is a simple and seamless process. With no learning curve for you or your customers, you’ll have all the resources and guidance you need, including our any-to-any backup/restore with port mapping assistant to make the transition hassle-free.
Find out more about the backup/restore tools
6. EDUCATION: Learn More with Our Partner Webinars
Revisit our webinars to get all the details on the XG Series EOL and how to seamlessly migrate your customers to the XGS Series. Sessions are available on-demand for your convenience via https://events.sophos.com/academy/.
Let’s keep up the XGS refresh momentum!
