Sophos Wireless delivers secure, high‑performance Wi‑Fi that is easy to deploy, manage, and scale through the Sophos Central cloud platform. It provides full visibility, automation, and security integration across your wireless network—helping organizations connect safely and efficiently. With the latest AP6 series, Sophos Wireless supports Wi‑Fi 6 and 6E, offering faster speeds, improved reliability, and better performance for modern business environments.
What’s special about Sophos Wireless?
- Cloud‑Managed Simplicity:* Manage all access points and wireless networks from the Sophos Central cloud console with no on‑premises controller.
- Synchronized Security: Shares threat and health information with Sophos Endpoint and Firewall to automatically isolate compromised devices.
- Wi‑Fi 6 and 6E Technology: Offers increased throughput, lower latency, and improved multi‑device performanc
- Advanced Network Features: Includes roaming (802.11r), band steering, airtime fairness, client load balancing, and multi‑SSID support.
- Security & Guest Access: Provides guest portals, VLAN segregation, captive portals, and rogue AP detection to prevent unauthorized access.
- Flexible Deployment: Supports both cloud‑managed and standalone access point configurations for branch and enterprise environments.
- Future‑Ready Hardware: AP6 models replace older APX series with enhanced power efficiency and long‑term support.
Key Capabilities
- Centralized Cloud Management: Full visibility and control via Sophos Central dashboard.
- Multi‑SSID Configuration: Create separate wireless networks for staff, guests, and IoT devices.
- Client Isolation & VLANs: Protect internal systems from unauthorized access and segment traffic for security.
- Captive Portal & Guest Access: Customizable guest onboarding with authentication and usage policies.
- Rogue AP Detection: Identifiesand blocks unauthorized wireless access points.
- Performance Optimization: Band steering, load balancing, and auto‑channelselectionfor better reliability.
- Advanced Logging & Reporting: Real‑time monitoring of connected devices, bandwidth usage, and events.
- Wi‑Fi 6/6E Support: Delivers faster throughput and higher efficiency for high‑density environments.
Business Impact
- Improves Network Efficiency: Reduces downtime and improves wireless performance for users and devices.
- Enhances Security: Integrates wireless health into Sophos Synchronized Security to automatically contain threats.
- Simplifies Operations: Centralized cloud management reduces administrative overhead.
- Supports Scalability: Easily extend Wi‑Fi coverage across branches or remote sites.
- Boosts User Experience: Provides stable, fast connections for employees and guests alike.
Bottom line
Sophos Wireless (AP6 Series) combines enterprise‑grade performance with simplified cloud management. It helps businesses maintain secure, reliable, and high‑speed connectivity while integrating seamlessly with the Sophos ecosystem. With DBS, organizations can design, deploy, and manage Wi‑Fi networks that deliver both security and productivity across every location.

