Sophos AP6 420X Access Point

Sophos AP6 420X. Wi-Fi 6 built for the outdoors.

When your coverage has to reach past the walls, the AP6 420X is the Sophos access point made for it. It is sealed against dust and water, mounts to a pole or an exterior wall, and delivers Wi-Fi 6 to parking lots, courtyards, warehouses, and campus grounds. You manage it from Sophos Central right alongside your firewalls and switches.

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AP6 420X Key Specs

Wireless Standard

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2.4 & 5 GHz

Deployment

Outdoor, IP67, pole or wall mount

Uplink & Power

1x 2.5G with PoE+ (802.3at)

Management

Sophos Central (support sub per AP)

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AP6 420X at a Glance

Built for outside

An IP67-rated enclosure keeps out dust and water, so the 420X holds up to rain, heat, and cold. It mounts to a pole or exterior wall and ships with external omnidirectional antennas.

Wi-Fi 6 performance

802.11ax across the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands with a 2x2:2 radio design and WPA3 security. Good coverage for open outdoor areas and busy, device-heavy spaces alike.

Power & uplink

A single 2.5G interface with PoE+ (802.3at) carries data and power over one cable. Note the plain SKU ships hardware only, so plan a PoE+ injector or switch to power it.

Managed in Sophos Central

Register the AP and run it from the same cloud console as your Sophos firewalls and switches. A per-AP support subscription unlocks Central management, firmware, and 24/7 support.

Not sure the 420X is the right AP6?

The outdoor 420X is one of five AP6 models. If you are covering indoor offices, high-density rooms, or want the 6 GHz band, another model may fit better. Line them up side by side.

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AP6 420X FAQ

How much area does the AP6 420X cover?

Real-world coverage depends on the site, walls, and interference, so there is no single number that fits every install. For open outdoor spaces one 420X covers a good stretch, and you can shape or extend that reach with the optional 120-degree sector or 30-degree directional antennas. For larger areas, plan on adding units. Tell us your layout and device count and we will help you size the deployment.

Does the plain SKU include a PoE injector or power adapter?

No. The plain version is hardware only, with no power adapter or PoE injector in the box. The 420X draws power over its 2.5G PoE+ port (802.3at), so you power it with a PoE+ injector or a PoE+ switch. If you are running several access points, a Sophos PoE switch is the tidier option and it manages from the same console. Add the injector or switch to your order and we will make sure it matches.

Do I need a support subscription to use it?

To manage the 420X in Sophos Central you need a support and services subscription for each AP. That subscription is what unlocks Central management, firmware updates, Advance RMA, and 24/7 support. Sophos ended the older free Central licensing, so budget the support term with the hardware. Not sure which term to pick? Talk to a Sophos-certified expert and we will sort it out.

Can my Sophos firewall manage the AP6 420X?

No. The AP6 Series is managed through Sophos Central, not from a Sophos firewall. That is a change from the older APX access points, some of which a Sophos Firewall could control directly. With the 420X you register the AP in Central and run your Wi-Fi next to your firewalls, switches, and other Sophos products in one place.

Does the 420X support the 6 GHz band (Wi-Fi 6E)?

No. The 420X is a Wi-Fi 6 access point on the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. Only AP6 models with an E in the name, like the AP6 420E and 840E, add the 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi 6E. For an outdoor deployment the 420X gives you Wi-Fi 6 performance and WPA3 security in a rugged, weather-sealed build.

How do I mount it outside?

The 420X is designed for pole or wall mounting outdoors, and its IP67 rating means it can sit in exposed spots like parking lots, courtyards, and building exteriors. Optional sector and directional antennas let you aim coverage where you want it. If you need a specific bracket for your surface, ask us and we will match the right mounting hardware to your site.

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Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain, no power adapter/PoE Injector

Performance: 2x2:2 MU-MIMO

Wireless Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

PoE: 802.3at (PoE+)t

Deployment: Outdoor

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Manufacturer Part #: AP42XU00ZZPCNP

License required for Sophos Central Management
Warehouse:
$746.17
17% OFF! $899.00

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Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain with Support, 1-year

Performance: 2x2:2 MU-MIMO

Wireless Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

PoE: 802.3at (PoE+)t

Deployment: Outdoor

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Manufacturer Part #: AP4XUZ12ZZPCNP

License required for Sophos Central Management
Warehouse:
$783.52
17% OFF! $944.00

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All orders placed after 3pm EST will ship on the next business day
Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain with Support, 3-year

Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain with Support 3-year

Manufacturer Part #: AP4XUZ36ZZPCNP
NOTICE: Fortinet License & Renewal products can only be activated in the United States of America.
Warehouse:
$858.22
17% OFF! $1,034.00

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Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 12 Months

Sophos ensures unified oversight for all Access Points.

Access Points come with a commitment-backed warranty.

Round-the-clock phone support and proactive updates are provided.

Sophos prioritizes support, discontinuing the old central management licensing.

Warranty covers lifespan, with certain exceptions.
Service Length: 1 Year License
Manufacturer Part #: AP42XS12ZZNCAA

NOTICE: Sophos License & Renewal products may only be activated in the United States of America.
$43.65
3% OFF! $45.00

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Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 12 Months - Renewal

Sophos ensures unified oversight for all Access Points.

Access Points come with a commitment-backed warranty.

Round-the-clock phone support and proactive updates are provided.

Sophos prioritizes support, discontinuing the old central management licensing.

Warranty covers lifespan, with certain exceptions.
Service Length: 1 Year License
Manufacturer Part #: AP42XS12ZZRCAA

NOTICE: Sophos License & Renewal products may only be activated in the United States of America.
$43.65
3% OFF! $45.00

Product Details →
Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 24 Months

Sophos ensures unified oversight for all Access Points.

Access Points come with a commitment-backed warranty.

Round-the-clock phone support and proactive updates are provided.

Sophos prioritizes support, discontinuing the old central management licensing.

Warranty covers lifespan, with certain exceptions.
Service Length: 2 Year License
Manufacturer Part #: AP42XS24ZZNCAA

NOTICE: Sophos License & Renewal products may only be activated in the United States of America.
$87.30
3% OFF! $90.00

Product Details →
Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 24 Months - Renewal

Sophos ensures unified oversight for all Access Points.

Access Points come with a commitment-backed warranty.

Round-the-clock phone support and proactive updates are provided.

Sophos prioritizes support, discontinuing the old central management licensing.

Warranty covers lifespan, with certain exceptions.
Service Length: 2 Year License
Manufacturer Part #: AP42XS24ZZRCAA

NOTICE: Sophos License & Renewal products may only be activated in the United States of America.
$87.30
3% OFF! $90.00

Product Details →
Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 36 Months

Sophos ensures unified oversight for all Access Points.

Access Points come with a commitment-backed warranty.

Round-the-clock phone support and proactive updates are provided.

Sophos prioritizes support, discontinuing the old central management licensing.

Warranty covers lifespan, with certain exceptions.
Service Length: 3 Year License
Manufacturer Part #: AP42XS36ZZNCAA

NOTICE: Sophos License & Renewal products may only be activated in the United States of America.
$130.95
3% OFF! $135.00

Product Details →
Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 36 Months - Renewal

Sophos ensures unified oversight for all Access Points.

Access Points come with a commitment-backed warranty.

Round-the-clock phone support and proactive updates are provided.

Sophos prioritizes support, discontinuing the old central management licensing.

Warranty covers lifespan, with certain exceptions.
Service Length: 3 Year License
Manufacturer Part #: AP42XS36ZZRCAA

NOTICE: Sophos License & Renewal products may only be activated in the United States of America.
$130.95
3% OFF! $135.00

Product Details →

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Sophos AP6 420X Access Point

Sophos AP6 420X. Wi-Fi 6 built for the outdoors.

AP6 420X at a Glance

Built for outside

Wi-Fi 6 performance

Power & uplink

Managed in Sophos Central

Not sure the 420X is the right AP6?

AP6 420X FAQ

Need help sizing a Sophos deployment?

You'll always get our best prices when you're signed in!

Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain, no power adapter/PoE Injector

Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain with Support, 1-year

Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain with Support, 3-year

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 12 Months

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 12 Months - Renewal

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 24 Months

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 24 Months - Renewal

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 36 Months

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 36 Months - Renewal

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Sophos AP6 420X. Wi-Fi 6 built for the outdoors.

AP6 420X at a Glance

Built for outside

Wi-Fi 6 performance

Power & uplink

Managed in Sophos Central

Not sure the 420X is the right AP6?

AP6 420X FAQ

Need help sizing a Sophos deployment?

You'll always get our best prices when you're signed in!

Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain, no power adapter/PoE Injector

Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain with Support, 1-year

Sophos AP6 420X Outdoor Access Point (US) plain with Support, 3-year

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 12 Months

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 12 Months - Renewal

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 24 Months

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 24 Months - Renewal

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 36 Months

Sophos Access Points Support for AP6 420X - 36 Months - Renewal

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