This discussion has been locked.
You can no longer post new replies to this discussion. If you have a question you can start a new discussion

What is the difference between UTM and XG?

What is the difference between XG and UTM? Chat support is telling me that XG is software based and UTM requires a dedicated machine. This makes no sense to me for a couple reasons. First, aren't they both software based? Second, can't they both be installed on a dedicated machine? I have watched installation videos for both and the process appears to be completely identical. So, what is the major difference between the two other than one having a limitation of 50 IP addresses and the other limiting the amount of RAM and Cores? Which would you recommend for someone coming to Sophos as a new user? The hardware I plan to install it on is basically consumer grade. I am using the new Intel Pentium Kaby Lake 4600 processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, a motherboard with built in Intel Ethernet, a 4 Port Intel 1000/Pro extension card, and an SSD. I will also be using a TP-Link wireless access point and a Netgear managed switch for setting up vlans.



This thread was automatically locked due to age.
Parents
  • James,

    if you are using at home, you can try XG. Download the XG home SW version and install it on a blank system. The ISO will install the XG and proceed with the installation/activation.

    UTM is a more robust product and has some advanced features that XG does not have at the moment. For the license side, what you wrote is correct.

    Try both and then decide.

    Regards

Reply
  • James,

    if you are using at home, you can try XG. Download the XG home SW version and install it on a blank system. The ISO will install the XG and proceed with the installation/activation.

    UTM is a more robust product and has some advanced features that XG does not have at the moment. For the license side, what you wrote is correct.

    Try both and then decide.

    Regards

Children
No Data