2804 Hybrid Packet Broker

Multi-functional Bypass Packet Broker

The 2804 hybrid packet broker is a unique network device that combines the functionality of a multipurpose bypass with that of a fully featured network packet broker. This device is equipped with 16 ports of 1/10 Gb, as well as an additional eight 1/10 Gb I/O packet broker ports. These ports are segmented into four-port configurations, allowing for a high degree of flexibility in terms of configuration.

With the 2804 hybrid packet broker, you have the option of configuring it with up to four 1/10 Gb multi-purpose bypass segments, up to sixteen 1/10 Gb I/O packet broker ports, or any combination of the two. This allows you to tailor the device to meet the specific needs of your network, providing you with the tools you need to optimize your network’s performance and security.

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Description

2804 Hybrid Packet Broker

The 2804 hybrid packet broker from Niagara Networks is a unique device that offers both hybrid bypass TAP functionality and a fully featured network packet broker.

Key Feature and Benefits

High Density:

Sixteen 1/10Gb ports configured in four, 4-port segments plus additional eight I/O packet broker ports

Multi-functional Segments

Network ports support SX/SR and LX/LR

  • Bypass for inline deployments
  • Active Tap split mode
  • Active Tap aggregate mode

Management:

  • Robust command line interface (CLI)
  • User-friendly, web-based user interface
  • REST API for third-party integration and support
  • Managed by Niagara Visibility Controller (NVC)

Form Factor:

  • 1U Rackmount
  • Dual field-replaceable power supply

Fabric Flow:
FabricFlow technology exposes network packet broker features enabling the user to map traffic from one segment to any other segment (or from one port to any other port). The fully featured network packet broker functionality includes:

  • Aggregate traffic to single port
  • Replicate traffic to multiple ports
  • Sophisticated filtering—L2-L4, User Defined Byte (UDB)
  • Tunnel and VLAN support
  • Flexible multi-load balancing schemes
  • User-configurable packet heartbeat (ms resolution)
  • Ingress and egress filters