UPF
User Plane Function
The 5G User Plane Function (UPF) is a critical and pivotal component within the 5G core network architecture, specifically engineered to optimize data transmission in both upstream and downstream directions.
Unleashing the Potential of 6WIND UPF’s Accelerated Dataplane for Ultra-Low Latency and Enhanced Efficiency
Leveraging 6WIND’s accelerated dataplane, the 6WIND UPF achieves heightened performance and ultra-low latency, specifically catering to bandwidth-intensive and latency-sensitive applications.
6WIND UPF is designed to support core and edge deployments enabling localized data processing and analysis, improving response times, and optimizing overall network efficiency.
With its capability to create virtualized and isolated network instances, the 6WIND UPF provides a tailored foundation for implementing an efficient network slicing to support diverse use cases within a unified 5G infrastructure ranging from massive IoT deployments to ultra-reliable low-latency communications.

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6WIND
VSR product suite
The 6WIND vPE Router delivers reliable IP/MPLS edge services for enterprises and service providers, enabling high-availability internet connectivity.
See product detailsThe 6WIND vBR, part of the VSR suite, ensures optimal routing with high scalability, performance, and low convergence time.
See product details6WIND’s vCPE router provides software-based and virtualized routing and security functions on a universal CPE
See product details6WIND’s vBNG delivers high-performance routing and subscriber management, enabling scalable, reliable broadband access and optimized user experiences in modern networks.
See product details6WIND User Plane Function (UPF) is designed to facilitate seamless and high-performance data transmission between devices and the network.
See product detailsThe 6WIND vCSR, part of the VSR suite, runs as a VNF or CNF on x86 and ARM COTS servers, providing the performance and features needed for RAN traffic aggregation.
See product detailsThe 6WIND vSecGW Router, part of the VSR suite, delivers scalable, high-performance security to address end-to-end protection needs for CSPs and enterprises.
See product detailsThe 6WIND vCGNAT Router delivers high-scale NAT to address IPv4 exhaustion, deployable on COTS servers across bare-metal, virtual, and cloud environments.
See product detailsThe 6WIND vFW Router, part of the VSR suite, is a high-performance L3/L4 firewall delivering scalable, efficient security for virtualized and cloud environments.
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