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Introduction to VSX
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VSX Virtual Network Topology
The example shows how a single VSX gateway, in this case containing four Virtual Systems, protects all
four networks.
Figure 1-2 A VSX gateway replaces multiple physical gateways
Each Virtual System in a VSX environment works as an individual Security Gateway, providing the same
security and networking functionality as a physical gateway. This example also shows:
Four Virtual Systems, each handling packet traffic to and from discrete networks.
One Virtual Switch providing connectivity for all the Virtual Systems to the Internet router.
"Virtual" interfaces and network cables (known as Warp Links) providing point-to-point connections
between the Virtual Systems and the Virtual Switch.
Key Features and Benefits
Scalable Virtual Environment
Up to 250 virtual devices can be deployed on a single VSX gateway or VSX cluster, providing a highly
scalable virtual platform while reducing hardware investment, space requirements, and maintenance costs.
High Performance Security
High-bandwidth networks require high-performance gateways in order to support thousands of applications
and users. To provide security at wire speed, VSX can be deployed on multiple carrier-class platforms using
Check Point's SecureXL™ performance technology, ensuring secure, multi-gigabit throughput.
Virtual System Load Sharing (VSLS) provides the ability to distribute Virtual Systems across cluster
members, effectively distributing Virtual System traffic load within a cluster.
VSX Resource Control allows administrators to manage the processing load by guaranteeing that each
Virtual System will receive its minimum CPU allocation. Resources not needed by one Virtual System are
automatically made available to other Virtual Systems.