Sophos Manuals & User Guides

Sophos is a worldwide leader in next-generation cybersecurity, protecting organizations and consumers in over 150 countries from advanced cyber threats. The company provides a broad portfolio of security products, including the XGS Series next-gen firewalls, AP6 wireless access points, and switches, all designed to integrate seamlessly through the Sophos Central management platform.

Powered by threat intelligence, AI, and machine learning from SophosLabs, Sophos delivers adaptive defenses against ransomware, malware, exploits, and phishing. Whether for enterprise network security or home user protection, Sophos hardware and software solutions ensure robust connectivity and data safety.

• What are the default login credentials for Sophos XGS Firewalls?

  For most Sophos XGS devices, the default username is 'admin' and the default password is 'admin'. You should change this immediately after the initial setup.

• What is the default IP address for Sophos appliances?

  The default LAN IP address for Sophos firewalls is typically 172.16.16.16 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.

• How do I reset my Sophos access point to factory settings?

  To reboot with factory default settings, press and hold the reset button for approximately 5 seconds until the status, radio, and mesh LEDs start flashing, then release.

• Where do I register my Sophos device?

  You can register your device via the Sophos Central platform at central.sophos.com using the serial number found on the device label.