Expect more from your security appliances
Securing the network while dealing with other demands on time and resources is increasingly difficult for IT administrators. A managed gateway security appliance reduces administrative overhead and is proactively supported by the vendor.

Why a managed appliance?
The promise of quick and simple installation, operating system independence, and plug-and-play protection makes a security appliance the perfect way to safeguard email and web gateways.

Traditional appliances, however, usually turn out to be partial solutions at best - failing to provide the functions and fuss-free operation expected of them.

Often simply software on a box, traditional appliances give poor visibility of network traffic and inadequate reporting, and have excessive day-to-day administration requirements. However, a managed appliance delivers the complete solution you are looking for.

Better management through better control
Sophos managed appliances provide the sense of confidence that comes from knowing your network is secure and your solution is performing exactly as you expect. They reduce day-to-day administrative overhead, save time and are supported by us both proactively and reactively.

Our managed appliances provide the security, performance and support that you need, freeing up time to focus on your business - not your infrastructure.

Our appliances protect the email and web gateway from known and unknown threats and unwanted content, plus every Sophos appliance is built on a robust, easy-to-install platform that features an intuitive management console for quick access to relevant information.

Powerful dashboard and "three clicks to anywhere" navigation are matched by time-saving features that let you:

• Automatically install and configure
• Automatically update your protection every five minutes
• Receive alerts on problems (these are also sent to Sophos)
• Access on-demand remote assistance
• Allow the appliance to self-manage (through features such as automatic log backup, automatic disk capacity control, and Active Directory auto-detection)
• Relax knowing that your system is connected 24/7 to Sophos remote heartbeat monitoring

If you are looking for 'set and forget' usability and the confidence of a monitored security solution, a managed appliance will give you the peace of mind you seek.