Ribbon SBC 5110 Session Border Controller
The Ribbon SBC 5110 is a mid-sized Session Border Controller platform engineered for medium to large enterprises and regional service providers requiring robust network security and flexible SIP session routing. This carrier-grade VoIP gateway delivers enterprise-class reliability with support for up to 10,000 concurrent SIP sessions without additional hardware investment, making it an ideal cost-effective solution for securing and managing real-time communications at the network edge. Whether you're deploying unified communications infrastructure or need advanced interoperability across multiple network domains, the SBC 5110 provides the performance, redundancy, and media services capabilities your organization demands.
Key Features
- Supports up to 10,000 concurrent SIP sessions in a single chassis
- Advanced network security with comprehensive threat protection and session validation
- Flexible SIP routing and protocol interoperability for multi-vendor environments
- Multiple Gigabit Ethernet interfaces for high-bandwidth real-time communications
- Built-in redundancy options for carrier-grade reliability and uptime
- Integrated media services for transcoding and codec adaptation
- Scalable architecture designed for enterprise and service provider deployments
- Simplified management and monitoring with intuitive administrative interfaces
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Ribbon Communications |
| Model |
SBC 5110 |
| Part Number |
SBC-5110-PKG10K |
| Session Capacity |
10,000 concurrent SIP sessions (RTU) |
| Product Type |
Session Border Controller (SBC) |
| Network Interfaces |
Multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports |
| Deployment Model |
Single chassis, no additional hardware required |
| Target Market |
Medium to large enterprises, regional service providers |
| Key Capabilities |
SIP routing, network security, media services, interoperability |
| Reliability |
Carrier-grade with redundancy support |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Session Border Controller and why do I need one?
A Session Border Controller (SBC) is a network security appliance that manages and protects VoIP and real-time communications traffic. The Ribbon SBC 5110 acts as a gateway between your internal network and external service providers, providing session validation, threat protection, protocol interoperability, and media services. It's essential for enterprises deploying unified communications or VoIP infrastructure that requires security, reliability, and multi-vendor compatibility.
How many SIP sessions can the SBC 5110 handle?
The Ribbon SBC 5110 supports up to 10,000 concurrent SIP sessions in a single chassis configuration. This capacity is delivered through the RTU (Right-To-Use) licensing model included in the SBC-5110-PKG10K package, eliminating the need for additional hardware expansion to achieve this session throughput.
Is the SBC 5110 suitable for service provider deployments?
Yes, the SBC 5110 is specifically designed for both medium to large enterprises and regional service providers. Its carrier-grade architecture, redundancy options, and scalable session capacity make it ideal for service provider environments requiring reliable, secure VoIP gateway functionality and multi-tenant support.
What network security features does the SBC 5110 provide?
The Ribbon SBC 5110 delivers comprehensive network security capabilities including session validation, threat detection, protocol enforcement, and media stream protection. These features protect your VoIP infrastructure from unauthorized access, fraud, and malicious traffic while maintaining legitimate communications across your network edge.
