Ribbon SBC 5400 Session Border Controller
The SBC 5400 is Ribbon Communications' purpose-built session border controller designed for communications service providers and large enterprises requiring reliable multimedia communications infrastructure. This compact platform delivers predictable performance and scales seamlessly from 2GB to 10GB of multimedia traffic, supporting up to 75,000 anchored media sessions for mission-critical deployments.
Built for organizations that demand enterprise-grade security, call quality management, and network intelligence, the SBC 5400 provides the foundation for scalable VoIP and multimedia communications without compromising reliability or performance.
Key Features
- Scalable multimedia traffic handling from 2GB to 10GB capacity
- Support for up to 75,000 anchored media sessions
- Compact, purpose-built design for enterprise deployments
- Predictable performance under high-volume communications loads
- Advanced call routing and session management capabilities
- Integrated security features for multimedia communications protection
- Optimized for communications service providers and large enterprises
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Ribbon Communications |
| Model |
SBC 5400 |
| Part Number |
SBC-5400-PK4-1K-HA |
| Product Type |
Session Border Controller |
| Traffic Capacity |
2GB to 10GB multimedia traffic |
| Maximum Sessions |
75,000 anchored media sessions |
| Form Factor |
Compact, purpose-built platform |
| Target Market |
Communications Service Providers, Large Enterprises |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a session border controller and why do enterprises need one?
A session border controller (SBC) is a network security and management device that sits at the edge of your communications infrastructure. It protects your network from threats, manages call quality, and ensures reliable multimedia communications between internal systems and external networks. Enterprises use SBCs like the SBC 5400 to maintain call quality, enforce security policies, and scale communications reliably.
How many multimedia sessions can the SBC 5400 handle?
The SBC 5400 supports up to 75,000 anchored media sessions, making it suitable for large enterprise deployments and communications service providers managing high-volume multimedia traffic across multiple locations and user bases.
Is the SBC 5400 suitable for small businesses or only large enterprises?
While the SBC 5400 is designed for large enterprises and communications service providers, its scalable architecture from 2GB to 10GB of traffic capacity allows organizations to start at lower capacity levels and grow as their multimedia communications needs expand.
What makes Ribbon Communications' SBC 5400 different from other session border controllers?
The SBC 5400 combines compact design with enterprise-grade performance, delivering predictable reliability and advanced multimedia communications management. Ribbon's purpose-built architecture ensures optimized call quality, security, and session management specifically engineered for modern communications service provider and enterprise requirements.
