F5 BIG-IP Hardware Security Module License for R10900
This F5 BIG-IP license enables Hardware Security Module functionality on your R10900 appliance, enhancing cryptographic operations and data protection for your business.
- Access to Enhanced Security: Unlock hardware-accelerated cryptographic functions for superior data protection and key management.
- Compliance Assurance: Meet stringent regulatory requirements for data encryption and secure key storage.
- Performance Optimization: Offload intensive cryptographic tasks from your main BIG-IP processing, improving overall system performance.
- Continued Operation: Ensure uninterrupted access to advanced security features through a subscription-based model.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The F5 BIG-IP Hardware Security Module (HSM) License for the R10900 platform provides dedicated hardware for cryptographic operations. This subscription-based license unlocks advanced security capabilities, including secure key generation, storage, and management, directly on the appliance, ensuring sensitive data is protected at the hardware level.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who manage critical network infrastructure. It integrates directly with the F5 BIG-IP R10900 appliance, enhancing its security posture and ensuring compliance with data protection mandates.
- Hardware-Accelerated Cryptography: Offloads computationally intensive encryption and decryption tasks.
- Secure Key Management: Provides a FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated secure environment for cryptographic keys.
- Enhanced Compliance: Helps meet regulatory requirements for data security and privacy.
- Performance Gains: Improves BIG-IP system performance by dedicating hardware resources to security functions.
- Subscription Licensing: Offers flexible, ongoing access to security features with predictable billing.
Equip your business with advanced hardware-based security for critical applications and data protection.
What This Enables
Enable Hardware-Accelerated Cryptography
Enable teams to offload intensive cryptographic operations to dedicated hardware. Streamline secure key generation, storage, and management for enhanced data protection.
on-premises deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized infrastructure, dedicated application servers
Meet Stringent Compliance Requirements
Automate adherence to regulatory standards like PCI DSS and HIPAA by utilizing F5's FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated HSM. Ensure secure handling and storage of sensitive cryptographic keys.
financial services, healthcare providers, e-commerce platforms, government agencies
Improve Application Performance and Security
Streamline SSL/TLS offloading and certificate management by leveraging dedicated hardware. Protect against performance degradation caused by software-based encryption tasks.
high-traffic web applications, secure API gateways, enterprise resource planning systems
Key Features
Hardware Security Module (HSM)
Provides a dedicated, tamper-resistant hardware environment for cryptographic keys and operations, significantly enhancing security.
FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validation
Meets rigorous government standards for cryptographic module security, aiding compliance with data protection regulations.
Subscription Licensing
Offers predictable costs and continuous access to the latest security features and updates for the licensed term.
R10900 Platform Specific
Optimized for deployment on the F5 BIG-IP R10900 appliance, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
Secure Key Management
Enables secure generation, storage, rotation, and deletion of cryptographic keys, reducing the risk of key compromise.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and compliance with regulations like PCI DSS for handling sensitive transaction data and customer information.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must comply with HIPAA and other privacy regulations to protect patient health information (PHI), necessitating strong data encryption and key management.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers processing credit card payments must adhere to PCI DSS standards, making hardware-based security crucial for protecting cardholder data.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have strict security mandates and compliance requirements for protecting sensitive citizen data and national security information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Hardware Security Module (HSM)?
An HSM is a dedicated, hardened hardware device that safeguards and manages digital keys and performs cryptographic operations. It provides a higher level of security than software-based key management.
What does the R10900 in the product name refer to?
R10900 refers to a specific hardware model or platform within the F5 BIG-IP product line for which this license is intended.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This is a subscription-based license, providing ongoing access to the HSM functionality for a defined term with recurring billing.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.