Kaspersky SD-WAN introduces new hardware and software enhancements to improve network performance

According to a recent global Kaspersky report, 40% of companies with geo-distributed locations face problems related to their multi-site structure at least twice a month. This leads to increased downtime, operational disruptions and potential security vulnerabilities, ultimately impacting productivity and customer satisfaction. Therefore, it’s important for companies to implement reliable solutions to proactively prevent any network interruptions.

Kaspersky SD-WAN is designed to provide a fault-tolerant infrastructure that supports geo-distributed networks. The solution enables organisations to leverage multiple communication channels, optimise cloud connectivity, enhance security and improve application performance, thereby facilitating faster deployment of new services. This latest update provides the following new capabilities:

New hardware models now available¹

• KESR Model 1-GA: Tailored for small to medium-sized businesses, this entry-level model delivers reliable performance at an attractive price point, making it an ideal choice for growing organisations seeking cost-effective solutions.
• KESR Model 2-GL: Offering the perfect balance between price and performance, this model is suitable for both medium and large enterprises aiming to optimise their network infrastructure without compromise.

DNS conditional forwarder 
This feature allows DNS requests to be forwarded to different servers based on specific conditions. This capability streamlines management of geographically distributed networks, reduces response times and ensures faster access to critical services across multiple locations.
Troubleshooting tools for routing protocols
Now companies can simplify network management with centralised troubleshooting for BGP and OSPF protocols. They can specify detailed debug parameters with filters, significantly easing the debugging process. This advancement reduces reliance on direct remote console access, enabling quicker diagnosis and resolution of routing issues.
Improved LTE module diagnostics
LTE module performance can be remotely monitored through the orchestrator, with real-time access to key parameters such as signal strength. This enhancement facilitates proactive network management, allowing swift interventions—like relocating CPEs—to optimise Internet connectivity and ensure high-quality service.
Customer Premises Equipment (CPE): Scalability and scheduled configuration updates 
The maximum number of CPE devices per cluster controller has been expanded to over 2,000, providing greater scalability to support extensive network deployments and facilitating future growth.
Configuration updates for these CPE devices can now be scheduled during periods of low network activity, minimising downtime and operational impact during necessary modifications. This feature ensures seamless updates, safeguarding ongoing business activities during network configurations.
“We are committed to continuously enhancing our SD-WAN solution to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Our latest hardware and software updates are designed to deliver greater reliability, security and scalability, empowering organisations to deploy and manage their networks more efficiently and confidently, and providing better availability of our solution in different regions. We listen to our clients’ feedback and prioritise features that enable seamless, secure connectivity—helping them stay ahead in an increasingly connected world,” says Maxim Kaminsky, Senior Business Development Manager of Secure Access Service Edge at Kaspersky.
Kaspersky SD-WAN is equally beneficial for corporations with branch offices, manufacturing enterprises with distributed locations and companies with distant home offices or ATMs. To learn more about this solution, please visit the website.

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¹Available in select countries. Please contact your sales representative for details.