Ribbon SBC 5400 Session Border Controller
The Ribbon SBC 5400 is a powerful, compact session border controller engineered for communications service providers and large enterprises requiring secure, scalable SIP-based multimedia communications. This single 2GB chassis with 1,000 session RTU licensing delivers robust network security, sophisticated routing and policy management, and reliable performance under demanding traffic conditions. Perfect for organizations needing enterprise-grade SIP normalization, overload controls, and advanced multimedia routing capabilities.
Key Features
- Compact single chassis design with 2GB configuration for efficient deployment
- 1,000 session right-to-use (RTU) licensing for scalable communications
- Secure SIP-based multimedia communications with advanced network security
- Sophisticated routing and policy management for granular traffic control
- Built-in media transcoding for multi-modal communication support
- IPv4-IPv6 interworking for seamless protocol transition
- SIP normalization and overload controls for assured performance
- Scales from 2 Gb to 10 Gb multimedia traffic capacity
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Ribbon Communications |
| Product Model |
SBC 5400 |
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| Part Number |
SBC-5400-PK2-1K |
| Chassis Configuration |
Single 2GB Chassis |
| Session Licensing |
1,000 Sessions RTU |
| Traffic Capacity |
2 Gb to 10 Gb multimedia |
| Protocol Support |
SIP, IPv4, IPv6 |
| Key Capabilities |
Media transcoding, SIP normalization, policy management, overload control |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a session border controller and why do I need one?
A session border controller (SBC) is a network security and routing device that manages SIP-based communications between networks. The Ribbon SBC 5400 provides essential functions including call routing, security policy enforcement, protocol normalization, and traffic management—critical for service providers and enterprises handling multimedia communications at scale.
How many sessions can the Ribbon SBC 5400 handle?
The SBC-5400-PK2-1K package includes 1,000 session RTU (right-to-use) licensing. This allows simultaneous management of up to 1,000 active communication sessions, with the underlying hardware capable of scaling traffic from 2 Gb to 10 Gb depending on configuration and deployment requirements.
Does the SBC 5400 support IPv6 and legacy IPv4 networks?
Yes. The Ribbon SBC 5400 includes IPv4-IPv6 interworking capabilities, enabling seamless communication between IPv4 and IPv6 networks. This is essential for organizations transitioning to next-generation protocols while maintaining compatibility with existing infrastructure.
What media capabilities does the SBC 5400 provide?
The SBC 5400 features built-in media transcoding for multi-modal communication support, allowing it to convert between different audio and video codecs. Combined with SIP normalization and overload controls, this ensures reliable multimedia delivery under heavy traffic conditions.
