F5 BIG-IP Utility Subscription: LTM, AWF, FIPS 1G
This F5 BIG-IP Utility subscription provides essential application delivery and security services, including Local Traffic Manager, Advanced WAF, and FIPS 140-2 compliance, for one year.
- Coverage for Core Services: Entitlement to use F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) for intelligent traffic distribution and Advanced Web Application Firewall (AWF) for robust threat protection.
- Compliance Assurance: Access to FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules, crucial for meeting stringent regulatory and data security requirements.
- Capacity and Performance: Subscription includes 1 Gigabit per second (1G) throughput capacity for virtual editions (VE), ensuring adequate performance for demanding workloads.
- Subscription Term: One-year subscription provides continuous access to licensed features and essential software updates for uninterrupted operation.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The F5 BIG-IP Utility Subscription bundles critical application delivery and security functionalities into a single, manageable license. This offering includes Local Traffic Manager (LTM) for intelligent load balancing and availability, Advanced Web Application Firewall (AWF) for comprehensive protection against web threats, and FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules for enhanced security compliance.
This subscription is designed for businesses that require enterprise-grade application performance and security without the overhead of traditional hardware deployments. IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this virtual edition (VE) subscription to ensure their critical applications remain available, secure, and compliant with industry regulations.
- Enhanced Application Availability: Intelligent traffic management ensures applications remain accessible even during peak loads or component failures.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Proactive defense against a wide range of web attacks, including SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and bot mitigation.
- Regulatory Compliance: FIPS 140-2 validation supports adherence to strict government and industry security standards.
- Simplified Licensing: A subscription model provides predictable costs and easy access to essential BIG-IP features.
- Virtual Edition Flexibility: Deployable on your chosen virtual infrastructure, offering agility and cost-effectiveness.
This F5 BIG-IP Utility subscription is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking to bolster application security and availability with a flexible, compliant, and cost-effective virtual deployment.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Application Delivery
Enable teams to deploy applications with confidence by providing intelligent traffic distribution and robust protection against common web exploits. Streamline the process of ensuring application availability and data integrity for critical business services.
virtualized environments, cloud-native applications, multi-tier application architectures, business-critical services
Meet Regulatory Compliance Needs
Organizations deploying in regulated industries can ensure adherence to strict data security mandates by utilizing FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules. Automate the process of meeting compliance requirements for sensitive data handling and secure communications.
government contractors, financial services, healthcare providers, data processing centers
Protect Against Evolving Threats
Businesses migrating to more distributed or cloud-based infrastructures can enhance their security posture with advanced web application firewall capabilities. Protect against zero-day exploits, botnets, and application-layer attacks that target user data and service availability.
e-commerce platforms, online service providers, customer-facing applications, API gateways
Key Features
Local Traffic Manager (LTM)
Ensures application availability and optimal performance through intelligent traffic distribution and health monitoring.
Advanced Web Application Firewall (AWF)
Protects applications from a wide range of web threats, including SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and bot attacks.
FIPS 140-2 Validation
Meets stringent government and industry security standards for cryptographic operations, crucial for sensitive data protection.
1 Gbps Throughput (VE)
Provides sufficient capacity for many SMB and mid-market virtual deployments, balancing performance and cost.
Subscription Licensing
Offers predictable annual costs and continuous access to software updates and support for uninterrupted operation.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust security and compliance, making FIPS 140-2 validation critical for protecting sensitive financial data and meeting regulatory mandates like PCI DSS.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often mandate FIPS 140-2 compliance for IT systems handling sensitive information, ensuring a high level of security and data integrity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Protecting patient health information (PHI) under regulations like HIPAA necessitates strong security measures, including encrypted communications and threat protection offered by AWF and FIPS compliance.
Retail & Hospitality
Ensuring secure online transactions and protecting customer data is paramount, making advanced web application firewall capabilities and traffic management essential for availability and compliance with standards like PCI DSS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the F5 BIG-IP Utility subscription?
It is a one-year subscription license for F5's BIG-IP Virtual Edition (VE) software, bundling Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Advanced Web Application Firewall (AWF), and FIPS 140-2 validated modules with 1 Gbps throughput.
What is the difference between LTM and AWF?
LTM focuses on intelligent traffic distribution and application availability, while AWF provides security by protecting applications against web-based attacks and threats.
Why is FIPS 140-2 important?
FIPS 140-2 is a US government standard for cryptographic modules, ensuring that the security mechanisms used meet rigorous testing and validation requirements, vital for compliance in certain sectors.
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.