Unlocking the Magic Sauce of SD-WAN: Elevating Network Experience to Delectable Heights

In the vast realm of modern networking, Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) stands out as the transformative technology that adds the much-needed special sauce to the plain pasta of traditional Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). It's not merely about connectivity; it's about orchestrating a symphony of network elements to create an enhanced and delectable experience. Let's dive into the magic sauce of SD-WAN and unravel the key ingredients that set it apart in the world of networking.

1. Visibility and Transparency: The Flavorsome Foundation

Consider a well-seasoned pasta dish – it's not just about the noodles; the flavorsome sauce is what makes it remarkable. Similarly, SD-WAN brings the spice of visibility and transparency to networking. It grants organizations deep insights into their network operations, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of network traffic, performance, and potential bottlenecks.

Yet, a common challenge emerges when third-party links are provisioned. The commissioning process often lacks meticulousness, limited to a simple ping test. However, to truly savor the magic sauce, SD-WAN should incorporate proper throughput tests aligned with standards like Y.1654. This entails conducting meticulous throughput tests during fulfillment and utilizing them for ongoing service assurance and correlation.

2. Throughput Tests: Gauging the Essence

In the late nineties, network engineers relied on tools like "QCheck" to conduct throughput tests – a simple yet effective way to gauge network performance. Fast forward to today, and one would expect cutting-edge networking solutions to offer similar capabilities. Picture a dashboard within your SD-WAN infrastructure that empowers you to initiate throughput tests between any two endpoints on your Wide Area Network (WAN).

For SD-WAN to unlock its full potential, each SD-WAN gateway should perform a throughput test before bringing up a new link. This crucial test, often conducted using tools like "iperf," provides essential insights into the upper bandwidth value of the link. This becomes particularly crucial for broadband connections and technologies like LTE. Unlike traditional networks with well-defined bandwidth, SD-WAN adapts to the nuances of each connection, ensuring optimal performance.

In the world of networking, SD-WAN serves up more than just a plate of bland pasta; it's the secret sauce that elevates your network's performance and reliability. With enhanced visibility, transparency, and throughput testing, SD-WAN adds a touch of magic to your network management recipe. So, let's savor the flavors of SD-WAN and make our networking experience truly delectable.

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* Originally published on LinkedIn by Ronald Bartels.