Cisco Alteon D-5424/5820 22G to 40G Upgrade
The Alteon D-5424/5820 22G upgrade to 40G is engineered for enterprises requiring high-performance load balancing with expanded bandwidth capacity. This upgrade solution delivers 40G throughput for data centers, service providers, and mission-critical applications demanding superior network performance and scalability.
Perfect for organizations looking to enhance existing Alteon infrastructure without complete hardware replacement, this upgrade maximizes your investment while delivering enterprise-grade reliability and throughput optimization.
Key Features
- Upgrade path from 22G to 40G bandwidth capacity
- Compatible with Alteon D-5424 and D-5820 platforms
- Enterprise-class load balancing performance
- Seamless integration with existing Alteon deployments
- Reduced total cost of ownership vs. new hardware
- Maintains backward compatibility with current configurations
- Supports high-density traffic management
- Optimized for data center and cloud environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Product Line |
Alteon Application Delivery Controller |
| Model Compatibility |
D-5424, D-5820 |
| Upgrade Type |
22G to 40G Bandwidth Enhancement |
| Part Number |
L-RD-54-58-22U40= |
| Performance Tier |
40 Gigabit Throughput |
| Application |
Load Balancing, Application Delivery |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Alteon D-5424/5820 22G to 40G upgrade?
This is a bandwidth upgrade solution for Cisco Alteon load balancers that increases throughput capacity from 22 gigabits to 40 gigabits, enabling higher performance without replacing the entire system.
Which Alteon models support this 40G upgrade?
The upgrade is compatible with both Alteon D-5424 and D-5820 application delivery controller platforms, providing flexible scalability options.
How does this upgrade improve network performance?
By doubling bandwidth capacity to 40G, this upgrade enables faster traffic processing, reduced latency, and improved application delivery for demanding enterprise workloads.
Is installation complex for the Alteon upgrade?
The upgrade integrates seamlessly with existing Alteon infrastructure, maintaining all current configurations while expanding capacity—minimizing deployment complexity.
