Do you know anything about SD WAN networking? What kind of enterprises are suitable for applying SD

If you want to figure out what kind of enterprise is suitable for SD-WAN networking solutions, you must first understand what SD-WAN networking is all about.

Specifically, a small company or a family uses a local area network, but enterprise offices often need a connection between the local area network and the local area network, or between the local area and the enterprise wide area network.

For example, when a chain enterprise opens a new site, it needs to connect the network of the new site to the company's network, that is, integrate the LAN through the networking scheme, or connect the new LAN to the company's WAN.

SD-WAN is a software-defined WAN solution based on SDN software-defined networking. Therefore, as long as the company has networking needs, SD-WAN is applicable. In addition, the SD-WAN networking solution is very "simple", unlike the original, which also requires professional IT personnel to operate and maintain.

The Yunjie SD-WAN networking solution used by our company is a worry-free and labor-saving solution for enterprises. More importantly, compared with communication tools such as DingTalk and WeChat, the private line networking and docking work using the SD-WAN solution is more secure and the user experience is smoother.

With the acceleration of enterprise digital transformation, SD-WAN technology has gradually become a popular choice for enterprise network construction. What devices are needed to implement SD-WAN networking?

The SD-WAN router is the core device of SD-WAN networking, which can integrate a variety of network connections, including MPLS, Internet, 4G and 5G, etc. At the same time, SD-WAN routers can intelligently select the optimal path based on the needs of the application, improving network performance and reliability.

The SD-WAN controller is the management center of the SD-WAN network, which can centrally manage and configure the SD-WAN router. With the SD-WAN controller, administrators can visualize the network topology, optimize applications, and deliver security policies.

SD-WAN edge devices are branch access devices for SD-WAN networking, which can realize network access and application optimization of branch offices. SD-WAN edge devices typically include SD-WAN routers, switches, firewalls, and other functions.

The SD-WAN management platform is an O&M management tool for SD-WAN networking, which can implement network performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and security event management. Through the SD-WAN management platform, administrators can find and solve network problems in a timely manner to ensure network stability and security.

In summary, the devices required for SD-WAN networking include SD-WAN routers, SD-WAN controllers, SD-WAN edge devices, and SD-WAN management platforms. These devices can work together to make the network intelligent, reliable, and secure. If you are considering SD-WAN networking, you may wish to learn about the features and functions of these devices and choose the SD-WAN solution that is suitable for your enterprise.

The next phase of SD-WAN will be based on the Common CPE (UCPE) approach. Currently, there are many different deployment options for SD-WAN. These products include virtual CPE implementations, off-the-shelf UCPE platforms, and fully managed SD-WAN services.

UCPE is another word for server virtualization, which is not something new, they were not invented by network departments and models. SD-WAN will move in the direction of UCPE. It's just a matter of time.

When first deploying SD-WAN, the vendor provided a pre-integrated turnkey.

products, and easy to deploy. These hardware devices meet the needs of end users, such as connecting and managing connections between branch offices, but they can't be easily upgraded or deployed with new capabilities. Instead, they must be thrown away and replaced.

But for some, providing SD-WAN as a hardware appliance is a necessary first step as it supports the transition from legacy systems to other approaches, including over-the-top (OTT) platforms and UCPE platforms.

The KNX system adopts IP networking and can also access 14,400 devices.

Customer premises equipment (CPE) refers to the network terminal equipment located on the user side, which is used to interconnect services with telecom operators, and is an important part of the solution of the customer service provider, which provides various services through the use of dedicated integration links.

The problem with traditional CPE equipment is that it is inflexible and costly, and installation and maintenance require service providers to deploy network technicians, which is time-consuming and very expensive. Network infrastructure equipment has long consisted of specialized equipment from different vendors, such as routers from one vendor and firewalls, WAN accelerators, and wireless LAN controllers from another.

As a result, the industry has proposed to implement different functions on common hardware, putting two or more network functions on standard hardware and reducing the number of devices purchased. The aim is to eliminate proprietary equipment that requires different skills to install, configure, test, and maintain, as well as reduce overall power and HVAC requirements.

Based on these demands, SD-WAN equipment vendors have proposed concepts such as VCPE (virtual CPE) and UCPE (general CPE), so that client devices can achieve standardized software construction and support multi-vendor and multi-price construction, so that client devices can be customized according to customer needs, and can support subsequent scalability, saving users a lot of investment in the early stage and realizing subsequent elastic expansion.

1. SD-WAN can flexibly adjust the network topology and bandwidth allocation according to the needs of enterprises and changes in network traffic. It can automatically optimize the network path according to the actual situation to ensure the efficiency and reliability of data transmission. In addition, SD-WAN supports rapid deployment and scaling, making it easy to adapt to the growth and change of the enterprise.

2. Compared with traditional MPLS networks, SD-WAN can significantly reduce the network cost of enterprises. SD-WAN leverages internet connectivity and can reduce network operating costs by choosing the best path and using low-cost broadband connections. In addition, SD-WAN can further reduce bandwidth usage costs by reducing the amount of data transferred through compression and deduplication techniques.

3. SD-WAN can provide multi-path redundancy and load balancing functions to ensure high reliability and stability of data transmission. When a network path fails, SD-WAN can automatically switch to an alternate path to avoid network interruption and data loss. This redundancy and load balancing mechanism can significantly improve the network availability and business continuity of the enterprise.

4. SD-WAN simplifies the management and configuration of enterprise networks by centrally managing and controlling the traffic of the Sail Worm network. Administrators can monitor and manage the entire network through a centralized control platform, view network status and performance in real time, and make necessary adjustments and optimizations. This centralized control method can improve the efficiency and operability of network management.

5. SD-WAN provides powerful security features to protect the company's data and network from threats and attacks. It supports security mechanisms such as encryption and authentication to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of data during transmission. In addition, SD-WAN can also provide functions such as segmented network and access control to help enterprises achieve network isolation and security policy enforcement.

SD-WAN enterprise networking solution is a new type of enterprise network architecture, which can help enterprises achieve more efficient, more secure and more flexible network connections. The value of such a solution lies not only in the fact that it improves the network performance of the enterprise, but also in the fact that it can bring more business value to the enterprise.

1. Improve network performance.

SD-WAN enterprise networking solutions can improve enterprise network performance in a variety of ways. First, it can distribute the network traffic of the enterprise to the optimal network link through intelligent routing technology, thereby improving the bandwidth utilization and transmission speed of the network. Second, it can optimize the network applications of enterprises through application optimization technology, so as to improve the response speed and user experience of applications.

Finally, it can protect the enterprise's network from various cyber attacks and threats through cyber security technology.

2. Bring business value.

SD-WAN enterprise networking solutions can not only improve the network performance of enterprises, but also bring more business value to enterprises. First, it can help enterprises reduce network operating costs and reduce network bandwidth and application overhead through intelligent routing and application optimization. Second, it can help businesses improve the productivity of their employees by providing faster, more stable, and more secure network connections, allowing employees to do their jobs more efficiently.

Finally, it can help businesses improve customer satisfaction by providing faster, more stable, and more secure network connections, making customers more happy to use the company's products and services.

SD-WAN is an exciting new technology, but is it a luxury or a necessity for your company? In many ways, SD-WAN has a lot of strengths!

One. Poor network performance.

Probably, the best question to ask employees is, "Is our company's network making it harder for you to get the job done?" "Can employees communicate well with their colleagues in different locations? Are their critical cloud-based programs slow or malfunctioning?

If your employees are experiencing these challenges, then you should consider an SD-WAN solution. It will improve the performance of cloud-based applications and reduce jitter and packet loss in voice and ** traffic.

Two. Internet outages.

Internet outages are less susceptible to challenges than poor network performance issues, but when outages occur, they make people hindered in their work. Whether your job is customer support, creative, accounting, etc., this can only be achieved without the internet.

If your company is particularly vulnerable to network outages, it is even more important to have an SD-WAN. Or, if the business is particularly dependent on the Internet, an SD-WAN is required. Because it can save you money in the event of an internet outage.

SD-WAN in active mode requires a second, inexpensive WAN connection that can keep the business up and running during a power outage.

Three. Waste of IT resources.

Use your IT budget wisely. There are many useful apps and products that can improve your department and company, so avoid solutions that aren't particularly useful or cost-effective. This is an important reminder as many alternatives to SD-WAN are not cost-effective or useful.

If your organization's IT department prioritizes expanding network capacity, don't spend valuable IT money on expensive solutions. For years, businesses were told to simply buy more bandwidth, buy expensive private circuits, etc. But you can actually expand your company's network capacity without having to pay for MPLS connections.

By switching to SD-WAN, network capacity will be increased at a fraction of what traditional hardware payments would be.

Four. Slow setup.

Without SD-WAN, it would take a long time to get a new office up and running. (Especially if you choose one of those more expensive hardware networking solutions mentioned above). With SD-WAN, your company can easily manage an edge-to-edge coverage network.

It's a process of seamless scaling to meet your changing network needs. For example, if you're setting up a new office, you can simply order local broadband and connect to an SD-WAN network, which is very convenient.

Switching to SD-WAN is also easy. While many network solutions can take months, SD-WAN lets you set up in hours**! All you need to do is overlay SD-WAN onto your existing application.

So, if your company needs to scale quickly and easily, then you should invest in SD-WAN. This will allow you to add new offices to your corporate network.

The practical benefits that Yunjie Communication's SD-WAN solution will bring to your business:

1.Simplified network management.

SD-WAN essentially decouples the traffic management, monitoring, and management plane from the hardware. Nor do you need to deploy certain software or hardware components in each remote site and then consolidate everything you need into a centralized, policy-driven management interface.

2.For your IT infrastructure.

SD-WAN, especially cloud-based solutions, can be tailored to an organization's specific IT infrastructure needs. Bandwidth can also be increased or decreased as needed – ensuring that mission-critical applications always have access to network resources, despite load fluctuations.

3.Improve performance.

Another major selling point of SD-WAN services is the improved network performance and agility. Because SD-WAN can automatically distribute traffic to your traffic with the fastest and most reliable connection, common network issues such as jitter and latency can be greatly reduced.

4.End-to-end encryption.

With SD-WAN, all of your endpoints are covered with edge-to-edge encryption. User accounts can also be created, and deleted, on a single management plane, making it easy to control access for guests, employees, partners, and more.

5.Network reliability.

A powerful SD-WAN solution detects isolated outages and triggers a failover, allowing sessions to be switched to another connection immediately. This ensures that your core business is not interrupted by local power shortages or even power outages.