New SolidWAN CN9131 Is a Compact SD-WAN Appliance for Small Offices & Branches

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, software-defined networking (SDN) has become a game-changer, empowering organizations to build agile, scalable networks that enhance efficiency, security, and seamless connectivity. We’re excited to announce that we’ve expanded our ultra-flexible SolidWAN line to further address the diverse networking requirements of small and medium businesses (SMBs) with our new SolidWAN CN9131. This small form factor SD-WAN appliance is a compact yet robust hardware solution that enables IT professionals and CIOs to futureproof their networks without compromising performance or security.

Revolutionizing Networking with SD-WAN:

SolidRun understands that businesses worldwide need adaptable and cost-effective network hardware. The SolidWAN CN9131 is specifically designed to meet this demand. The perfect platform for enabling SD-WAN in small offices, branch offices, chains and more, this new solution cost-effectively enhances network performance, flexibility, and security. SolidWAN appliances simplify network management, improve application performance, and increase network agility, making them essential for businesses with distributed branch offices, or a distributed workforce.

Powerful Hardware for Optimal Network Management:

At the heart of the SolidWAN CN9131 lies the Marvell OCTEON CN9131 SoC. This SoC is tailored to address complex networking requirements, offering powerful quad-core performance and 12 high-speed SERDES lanes for efficient network data management and security. With a configurable packet processor, I/O virtualization support, QoS buffer management, and a virtual security engine, the CN9131 excels at tackling complex networking challenges with ease.

Versatile Connectivity Options:

The SolidWAN CN9131 provides a range of connectivity options to cater to diverse networking needs. It features two SFP+ 10GbE ports, delivering high-speed connectivity for data transmission between branches, and four 1000BASE-T gigabit Ethernet ports for fast data connections to devices. Additionally, the device includes an mPCIe Wi-Fi AP module for wireless access point functionality and an M.2 SIM holder for LTE connectivity. To accommodate storage and peripherals, it offers a microSD slot, two USB 3.0 ports, and two M.2 slots for internal storage.

Designed for Different Environments:

SolidRun recognizes that networking environments can vary greatly. Therefore, the SolidWAN CN9131 comes in multiple configurations to suit different deployment scenarios. Whether it’s a commercial application with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C or an industrial setting with extreme conditions from -20°C to 65°C, SolidWAN products have you covered. All configurations feature a fanless design with a heat-shedding, finned aluminum enclosure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Unleashing the Potential of SD-WAN:

The SolidWAN CN9131 is fully compatible with Linux-based software applications, including DPDK, which offloads TCP packet processing from the operating system kernel to processes running in user space. To offer comprehensive SD-WAN and security service software, SolidRun has partnered with leading software developers, providing IT professionals and CIOs with a complete solution for network management.

SolidRun’s SolidWAN CN9131 represents a significant advancement in cost-effective, small form factor SD-WAN appliances, addressing the unique networking requirements of SMBs. With its powerful hardware, versatile connectivity options, and compatibility with industry-standard software applications, this solution empowers IT professionals and CIOs to build efficient, secure, and scalable networks.

To learn more about the SolidWAN CN9131 and other SolidWAN network hardware solutions, please visit https://www.solid-run.com/arm-servers-networking-platforms/solidwan.