Cisco Alteon VA for NFV - Performance 230G
The Alteon VA for NFV Performance 230G is a high-performance virtual application delivery controller designed for network function virtualization environments. This NFV load balancer delivers enterprise-grade application performance, security, and availability in virtualized data centers. Perfect for organizations deploying cloud-native infrastructure, this virtual appliance provides advanced traffic management, SSL/TLS offloading, and application acceleration without requiring dedicated hardware.
Key Features
- High-performance 230G throughput capacity for demanding NFV workloads
- Advanced load balancing with intelligent traffic distribution
- SSL/TLS termination and encryption offloading
- Application-layer optimization and acceleration
- Multi-tenant support for virtualized environments
- Real-time health monitoring and failover capabilities
- Seamless integration with OpenStack, VMware, and KVM hypervisors
- Comprehensive security policies and DDoS protection
- Flexible deployment across public and private clouds
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
L-RDANV-230GP-K9= |
| Product Name |
Alteon VA for NFV - Performance 230G |
| Throughput Capacity |
230 Gbps |
| Form Factor |
Virtual Appliance |
| Deployment Model |
NFV/Cloud Native |
| Supported Hypervisors |
VMware vSphere, OpenStack, KVM |
| Management Interface |
Web UI, CLI, REST API |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an NFV load balancer and how does it differ from hardware solutions?
An NFV load balancer like the Alteon VA delivers the same advanced traffic management capabilities as traditional hardware appliances but runs as a virtual machine. This approach reduces capital costs, improves scalability, and enables faster deployment in cloud and virtualized environments while maintaining enterprise performance standards.
Can the Alteon VA for NFV handle high-throughput applications?
Yes, the Performance 230G model is engineered for high-performance load balancing with 230 Gbps throughput capacity, making it suitable for large-scale data centers, content delivery networks, and mission-critical applications requiring consistent performance and reliability.
Which virtualization platforms does this virtual appliance support?
The Alteon VA for NFV Performance 230G supports major hypervisors including VMware vSphere, OpenStack, and KVM, providing flexibility for diverse cloud infrastructure deployments and enabling seamless integration into existing virtualized environments.
What security features are included in this application delivery controller?
This virtual application delivery controller includes comprehensive security capabilities such as SSL/TLS termination, DDoS protection, advanced threat detection, and granular security policies to protect applications and data in NFV environments.
