Seamless zero-touch connectivity at the edge.
Sophos SD‑WAN Remote Ethernet Devices (SD‑RED) provide a fast, secure, and scalable way to extend protected network access to remote sites and branch offices. With true zero‑touch deployment, these secure VPN devices deliver instant, encrypted connectivity anywhere in the world—no on‑site expertise or complex setup required.
Feature‑rich and highly configurable, Sophos Secure VPN enables end‑to‑end traffic control with Synchronized SD‑WAN and effortless central management through Sophos XG and SG Series firewalls.
Flexible, modular connectivity gives you the freedom to add Wi‑Fi or 3G/4G modules and enjoy wireless access or mobile WAN connectivity—without the compatibility issues of USB dongles.
Every connection is protected with AES‑256 encryption, ensuring consistent, transparent security across your distributed network. Simply register the device ID on your Sophos firewall, connect it to the internet, and it automatically establishes a dedicated, encrypted VPN tunnel— just plug in, protect, and go.
Who is it for?
Designed for smaller branch office networks, Sophos remote edge devices offer exceptional functionality suitable for most distributed network environments. Different models support specific deployment and connectivity requirements.
Base models are ideal for straightforward remote office implementations. While they do not include advanced connectivity options, they can still be configured to meet your needs.
IDEAL FOR: Simple branch offices seeking plug‑and‑play functionality.
For more robust or diverse use cases, Sophos also offers appliances with enhanced connectivity and deployment capabilities, including higher tunnel throughput, 3G/4G, copper, fiber, Wi‑Fi, and PoE.
IDEAL FOR: More complex remote network environments.
Highlights
- Securely Encrypted: Enterprise‑grade encryption ensures tamper‑proof, hack‑resistant connections across your distributed network.
- Plug‑and‑Play, Zero‑Touch Deployment: No technical skills are required at the branch or remote site to install or operate the device.
- Centrally Managed: Delivers transparent, customizable protection across every remote location.
- Configuration Optionality: Supports multiple operating modes, including backhaul all traffic, split tunnel, and transparent.
- Modular by Design: Add optional Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) or 3G/4G cellular modules for stronger coverage and superior mobile internet access.
- Boost Resilience: Includes a second power adapter for essential power redundancy.
- Flexible Integration: Devices can be wall‑mounted or installed in a server rack using the rackmount kit.
