F5 BIG-IP Next for Kubernetes on NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPU Lab
This F5 BIG-IP Next for Kubernetes on NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPU Lab license provides essential capabilities for modernizing application delivery and security within your Kubernetes environment.
- Access to: Advanced application delivery and security features for Kubernetes workloads.
- Coverage for: Testing and development of containerized applications on specialized hardware.
- Protection against: Inefficient application performance and security vulnerabilities in cloud-native deployments.
- Entitlement to: Utilize cutting-edge DPU technology for accelerated networking and security functions.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a monthly subscription license for the F5 BIG-IP Next platform specifically configured for Kubernetes environments and integrated with NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs. It enables businesses to test, develop, and deploy containerized applications with enhanced performance and security capabilities, offering a dedicated lab environment for exploration.
This solution is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who are adopting or expanding their use of Kubernetes. It fits within their existing cloud-native infrastructure, providing a controlled environment to validate advanced networking and security services before production deployment.
- Accelerated Performance: Leverage NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs to offload networking and security tasks from the CPU, improving application responsiveness.
- Enhanced Security: Implement advanced security policies and threat mitigation for containerized applications.
- Kubernetes Native: Seamlessly integrates with Kubernetes orchestration for simplified management of application delivery services.
- Development & Testing: Provides a dedicated lab environment for validating new features, configurations, and application deployments.
- Cost-Effective Access: Monthly subscription model allows for flexible access to enterprise-grade technology without large upfront investment.
This F5 BIG-IP Next lab license empowers SMB and mid-market teams to innovate with Kubernetes and DPU technology, ensuring optimal performance and security for their critical applications.
What This Enables
Enable Kubernetes Application Performance Testing
Enable teams to rigorously test the performance of their containerized applications within a dedicated lab environment. This ensures applications meet demanding user experience and operational requirements before production deployment.
cloud-native deployments, microservices architecture, container orchestration, CI/CD pipelines, application development lifecycle
Validate Advanced Security Policies
Streamline the process of validating complex security policies and configurations for Kubernetes applications. This helps prevent security vulnerabilities and ensures compliance with internal and external security standards.
container security, network segmentation, threat mitigation, compliance auditing, secure development practices
Explore DPU Acceleration Benefits
Automate the exploration of how NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs can accelerate networking and security functions for Kubernetes workloads. This allows IT professionals to understand and quantify performance gains and resource optimization.
hardware acceleration, network offload, security offload, performance tuning, infrastructure modernization
Key Features
F5 BIG-IP Next for Kubernetes
Provides advanced application delivery and security services specifically designed for containerized environments.
NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPU Integration
Offloads networking and security tasks from the CPU, enhancing application performance and efficiency.
Dedicated Lab Environment
Allows for safe testing and validation of configurations without impacting production systems.
Monthly Subscription Billing
Offers flexible access to cutting-edge technology with predictable monthly costs.
10x5 Support
Ensures timely assistance during business hours for operational continuity and issue resolution.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security and high availability for their trading platforms and customer-facing applications, making advanced application delivery and security testing crucial for compliance and performance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and must adhere to strict regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure and reliable application delivery for electronic health records and telehealth services.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups rely on scalable and performant applications for e-commerce, booking systems, and customer loyalty programs, especially during peak seasons, requiring thorough testing of delivery and security.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations are increasingly reliant on connected systems for automation and data analysis, demanding secure and resilient application delivery for IoT platforms and operational technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F5 BIG-IP Next for Kubernetes?
F5 BIG-IP Next for Kubernetes is a platform that provides advanced application delivery and security services for containerized applications managed by Kubernetes. It is designed to integrate seamlessly with cloud-native architectures.
What is the role of the NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPU?
The NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPU (Data Processing Unit) accelerates networking, storage, and security tasks by offloading them from the host CPU. This frees up CPU resources for applications and improves overall system performance and efficiency.
What does 'Lab' mean in this context?
The 'Lab' designation indicates that this offering is intended for testing, development, and validation purposes. It provides a controlled environment to experiment with features and configurations before deploying them into a production environment.
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.