F5-BIG-BT-R12800-DS Best Bundle
- Line-Rate L7 Performance: 195 Gbps (L4) / 195 Gbps (L7)
- Massive Connection Capacity: 399M
- Enhanced SSL Acceleration: 335,000 TPS (2K Keys)
- Extensive Memory for Virtualization: 512 GB DDR4
- Flagship Network I/O: 4x 100G/40G QSFP+, 16x 25G/10G SFP+
- Carrier-Grade Availability: Standard Dual PSU, RAID1 Dual Drives
- Key Features
- Specification
- FAQ
The F5-BIG-BT-R12800-DS is the high-performance “Best Bundle” solution within the R12000 series. Compared to the F5-BIG-BT-R12600-DS, both share the same telecom-grade hardware platform, but the former delivers superior application-layer processing capabilities. Its core advantages are clear. Leveraging these strengths, it can host multiple core services with higher load and more complex security policies on a single platform.
F5-BIG-BT-R12800-DS Key Highlights
Balanced Consolidated Services Throughput
The F5-BIG-BT-R12800-DS’s most prominent advantage is its 195Gbps L4/L7 balanced throughput. This ensures that even when running multiple resource-intensive application layer modules like LTM, AWF, and APM simultaneously, the platform maintains top-tier processing performance. There is no performance degradation due to increased application layer complexity, guaranteeing all services operate stably at line speed.
Hyperscale Concurrent Processing
It delivers unified SSL processing at 335K TPS and supports 399 million concurrent connections, effortlessly handling massive concurrent user access. Whether using LTM for SSL offloading or AWF for encrypted traffic inspection, it provides ample performance support for all integrated services without stuttering or interruptions.
Peak Virtualization & Resource Pool
The F5-BIG-BT-R12800-DS features 512GB of memory and 52 dedicated vCPU cores for service processing, functioning as a powerful IT resource pool. Supporting up to 52 tenants, it enables extremely high-density vCMP virtualization deployments. For service providers and large enterprises, it is an ideal choice for consolidating IT infrastructure and reducing total cost of ownership (TCO).
Built-in Carrier-Grade Reliability
When consolidating all critical services onto a single device, reliability becomes paramount. The F5-BIG-BT-R12800-DS comes standard with dual RAID1 hard drives and dual hot-swappable power supplies, ensuring ultimate reliability at the hardware level. This provides a stable, uninterrupted foundation for all your mission-critical operations.
Traffic Processing and Acceleration
Intelligent Traffic Processing:
- L7 requests per second: 8.5M
- L4 connections per second: 3.1M
- L4 HTTP requests per second: 37M Maximum
- L4 concurrent connections: 399M
- Throughput: 195 Gbps/146 Gbps L4/L7
Hardware Offload SSL/TLS:
- 335K TPS (2K SSL TPS)
- 240K TPS (ECDHE-ECDSA P-256 TPS)
- 218K TPS (ECDHE P-256-RSA 2k TPS)
- 100 Gbps bulk encryption
System Architecture & Logical Design
- Hardware Compression: 90 Gbps
- Software Architecture: 64-bit TMOS; 64-bit F5OS
- Multi-Tenancy: 52 Tenant
- Processor: 12 vCPU reserved for F5OS, 52 vCPU’s available for Tenancy
- Memory: 512GB DDR4
- Hard Drive: 2* 2TB U.2/U.3 Solid-state Drives (RAID1 Mirrored)
Network Interfaces & Connectivity
- Management Ports:
- 1x 1000BASE-T,
- 1x USB 3.0,
- 1x serial console
- 100/40 Gigabit Fiber Ports: 4× 100 G/40 G QSFP+/QSFP28 ports
- 25/10 Gigabit Fiber Ports: 16 × 25 G/10 G/10 G SFP+/SFP28
Power Supply & Energy Consumption Management
Power Supply:
- 2 x 1224 W 100-240 VAC (+/- 10%) AUTO Switching Platinum,
- Dual DC PSU Optional
Typical Consumption: 855W (dual power supply, 48V DC or 110V AC input)
Input Voltage / Typical Heat generated:
- Dual Power supply
- 110 VAC input: 2935 BTU/hour
- 230 VAC input: 2850 BTU/hour
Physical Specifications & Environmental Adaptation
Dimensions: H: 1.72 inches (4.37 cm) x W: 17.1 inches (44.2cm) x D: 30.6 inches (77.72 cm). 1U industry standard rack-mount chassis
Weight: 42.0 pounds (19kg) with two power supply units (PSUs) (per unit)
Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Operational Relative Humidity: 5% to 85% (40 C) non-condensing
Safety Certification & Compliance
Hardware Certification Model: r12000
Safety Agency Approval:
- ANSI/UL 60950-1-2014
- CSA 60950-1-07, including A1:2011+A2:2014 IEC 60950-1:2005,
- A1:2009+A2:2013
- EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011+A2:2013
- IEC 62368-1:2014 (Second Edition) EN 62368-1:2014+A11:2017
- CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1-14, UL 62368-1, 2nd edition
Certifications / Susceptibility Standards:
- FCC Class A (Part 15), lc Class A;
- VcCl Class AEN 55032:2012/AC:2013 Class A
- EN 55035:2017
- EN 300 386 V1.6.1 (2012)
Q1: What is the main difference between the BT-R12800-DS and the BT-R12600-DS?
A: They share the same carrier-grade hardware, but the BT-R12800-DS is faster: 195Gbps L4/L7 throughput (vs. 146G L7 for r12600-DS), over 20% higher SSL TPS, and more vCPUs (52 vs. 44) for heavier workloads.
Q2: Why is balanced L4/L7 throughput important for a “Best Bundle” device?
A: A “Best Bundle” runs complex Layer 7 tasks (like AWF inspection, LTM iRules). Balanced throughput prevents performance bottlenecks when using these tasks, keeping the platform at max speed.
Q3: Can the F5-BIG-BT-R12800-DS handle all modules for large financial institutions?
A: Yes, it’s a key use case. With 335K SSL TPS (for secure transactions), 52 vCPUs (for complex policies), and hardware redundancy, it’s a reliable all-in-one platform for demanding financial services.
Q4: How many virtual ADCs (vCMP) can run on this platform?
A: Up to 52 tenants. With 52 dedicated vCPUs and 512GB RAM, it supports high-density vCMP deployments for multiple isolated virtual ADCs.
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