HPE VSR1000 Virtual Services Router

HPE VSR1000 Virtual Services Router — is a virtualized network function (VNF) that provides enterprise-class routing capabilities in a software form factor. Running on a virtual machine (VM) over standard x86 servers, it offers the same robust features as physical HPE routers, including MPLS, VPN encryption, and firewalling, while delivering superior deployment agility.

The VSR1000 is available in 1, 4, or 8 vCPU configurations to match various performance requirements. It is an ideal solution for Virtual Private Cloud (vPC) gateways or virtual Customer Premises Equipment (vCPE). By eliminating the need for dedicated hardware, it significantly reduces CAPEX and simplifies network management in cloud-native and multi-tenant environments.

Key Specifications:

• Throughput: IPv4 forwarding up to 200 kpps (VMware) / 95 kpps (KVM).

• IPsec Performance: Up to 926 Mbps (1518-byte packets).

• Hypervisor Support: Optimized for VMware ESXi and Linux KVM.

• Virtualization: Support for 1, 4, and 8 vCPUs.

• Features: Comprehensive L3 routing, QoS, and security services included.