F5-BIG-LTM-R5900 Local Traffic Manager

F5-BIG-LTM-R5900: For Anyone Who Demands Traffic Their Way

F5-BIG-LTM-R5900, as the pinnacle of the r5000 series, represents the full unleashing of the hardware platform&’s potential. Compared to other models in the same series, LRM r5600 and LTM r5800, its core advantage lies in the unparalleled CPU resource allocation, dedicating an unprecedented 26 vCPU cores for business processing (Tenancy). This huge advantage brings extreme parallel processing capability, providing the smoothest and lowest-latency performance when executing high-density multi-tenant virtualization (vCMP) and highly complex iRules traffic policies.

F5-BIG-LTM-R5900 Highlights

100K TPS SSL Processing Capacity

The strongest encryption processing capability in the r5000 series, capable of handling up to 100,000 SSL handshakes per second. This performance allows it to serve as the core security gateway for large enterprises or service providers, delivering unparalleled speed for massive, high-value encrypted traffic.

Unprecedented 26-core Business Processing

With 26 vCPU cores, the LTM achieves extreme parallelism. If your business heavily relies on F5’s deep programmability to inspect, modify, and route traffic in real time based on complex business logic, the LTM R5900 ensures these strategies execute with the lowest latency and highest efficiency.

Ultra High-density Multi-tenant Virtualization

The R5900 supports up to 26 vCMP tenants, making it the ideal platform for ultimate IT resource consolidation. You can integrate the largest number of highest-performance virtual ADC instances on a single device, providing fully isolated and performance-guaranteed services for different businesses or customers.

128GB Large Onboard Memory

The massive 128GB memory is the solid foundation for its top-tier performance. It supports up to 100 million concurrent connections and provides ample resources for its ultra-high-density multi-tenant capabilities and complex iRules execution, strongly protecting your technology investment.

100Gbps Application Throughput

LTM R5900 offers up to 100Gbps of application-layer throughput, easily handling peak traffic in large data centers and cloud service providers. Coupled with its standard 100G/40G high-speed network interfaces, it ensures your application delivery architecture has a powerful, bottleneck-free “heart.”

F5-BIG-LTM-R5900 Key Datasheet

• L4/L7 Throughput: 100 Gbps / 95 Gbps
• Max L4 Concurrent Connections: 100M
• SSL TPS (2K Keys): 100,000
• Memory: 128 GB DDR4
• Primary Ports: 2x 100G/40G QSFP+, 8x 25G/10G SFP+
• Hardware Redundancy: Optional Dual PSU, Single Drive

Q1: What scenarios are ideal for the R5900’s 26 vCPU application cores?
There are two primary use cases:

1. High-Density Virtualization (vCMP) – You can deploy more, and more powerful, virtual ADC instances.
2. Complex iRules Execution – If your applications rely on a large number of complex iRules scripts, the 26 cores offer unparalleled parallel processing to ensure ultra-low latency.

Q2: Should I choose the LTM-R5900 or the entry-level LTM-R10600?
It’s a trade-off between processing depth and hardware resiliency / throughput.
If your top priority is executing complex iRules or achieving maximum virtualization density, the F5 BIG-IP LTM-R5900 offers significantly more application cores.
If you’re looking for built-in hardware redundancy (RAID 1, dual power supplies by default), higher throughput, and greater port density, then the LTM-R10600 is a more appropriate starting point.

Q3: Is the LTM-R5900 overkill for a typical enterprise?
For most standard enterprise use cases, yes. The F5 BIG-IP LTM-R5900 is a purpose-built platform designed for the most demanding environments& – ideal for service providers, large financial institutions, and tech companies that require deeply customized traffic logic and control.