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Unified Adaptive
Network Solution,
core to edge
HP ProCurve ProVision ASIC—power
and performance at the core
The HP ProCurve Adaptive Network vision—networks
that adapt to the needs of users, applications, and
organizations—began with the HP ProCurve 5400zl,
3500, and 6200yl intelligent edge switches, which
leverage the HP ProCurve ProVision ASIC.
The ProVision ASIC combines high-end wire-speed
capabilities and intelligence, integrating sophisticated
switching functionality in a single, highly reliable, high-
performance chip. The ProVision ASIC also delivers
built-in resiliency features that can mitigate both error
conditions and malicious network attacks.
The ProVision ASIC provides a highly integrated
architecture in which functions that are typically hosted
in off-chip componentry—such as system processor,
memory (for example, TCAM, input), packet classifier,
MAC, and network processor—are engineered into a
single ASIC platform.
In addition to a breadth of features that enhance
security and system reliability, the ProVision ASIC
provides the 8200zl switch series with investment
protection through its programmable network
processor. Using HP’s patented technology, new
algorithms can be programmed into the ASIC to
enable new Quality of Service (QoS) classifiers
for fast, efficient, deep data packet inspection.
This capability allows the 8200zl switch series to
seamlessly adapt to new application and policy
requirements over time.
The ProVision ASIC architecture—included in the
6600, 6200yl, 5400zl, and 3500 switch families,
and now in the 8200zl switch series—represents an
infrastructure solution that delivers consistent operation
and flexible deployment from the core to the edge.