Category Archives: WAN Connectivity

20 Aug

Make Your Network Faster with Protocol-Less WAN

The routing protocol has been the technology for running enterprise networks ever since the invention of dynamic routing protocols in the 1980s and 1990s. These protocols are now over 35 years old and have inherent limitations, the most prominent one being control overheads and slow convergence for today’s traffic, which is real-time primarily in terms of voice, video, and cloud applications. The dynamic protocols were more relevant when there was no cloud traffic and very little video and voice content, which is now prevalent with conferencing applications such as Webex, Teams, and Zoom.

Welcome to the world of FatPipe Networks, which manages the modern enterprise network without requiring any dynamic WAN routing protocol. The patented yet open FatPipe WAN Edge overcomes all the inherent limitations of these old routing protocols with MPSECTM, making the network much more reliable, simpler, and faster for mission-critical applications.

FatPipe MPSecTM –  A Trusted Security Feature Propelling Faster, Smarter WANs and Addressing Everyday Connectivity Challenges

MPSec™ powers a routing protocol-less WAN, delivering speed, resilience, and simplified management. It creates multiple secure paths for uninterrupted connectivity and works seamlessly with dynamic IPs under a single IP framework. FatPipe VPN also supports IPSec tunnels to non-FatPipe devices for hybrid deployments. Common issues, such as IPSec tunnel failure or MPSec™ path downtime, make MPSec™ the proven choice for fast, secure, and reliable WANs.

The Defining Factor That Sets MPSecTM a Class Apart from Others

Takes your already encrypted data, breaks it down to the packet level, and randomly sends the packets over multiple lines, where they are reassembled at the receiving end with virtually no latency. This random distribution of packets across multiple paths makes it challenging for attackers to intercept and reconstruct your data, adding an additional layer of security beyond encryption.

Time-Tested Principles for Network Excellence (Enabled by FatPipe):

  • Build Strong Interconnections Between Components: Creates resilience against disruptions and single points of failure through FatPipe’s multipath architecture.
  • Integration of heterogeneous last-mile technologies: Aggregates any last-mile technology into a single, end-to-end IP framework for faster and simpler networking.
  • Breaking Free from Routing Protocol Complexity
  • Eliminate the need for peering and the complex routing overhead exchanges that slow down the network. Move towards ultra-fast and simpler networks through MPSec TM
08 Aug

Built for 99.998% WAN Reliability – Peace of Mind for Network Decision Makers

WAN reliability remains a challenge for enterprises in a world of hybrid users and scattered applications. Managing such a distributed setup often denies CIOs the peace of mind they need. FatPipe remains focused on one principle: giving businesses the WAN architecture they actually need. Designed to deliver 99.998% uptime, our SD-WAN solution is not a clutter of outsourced components; it’s a carefully engineered system refined over decades and protected by 13 patents.

Intelligent use of all available links is at the heart of this design. DIA, MPLS, 5G/LTE, satellite are all envisioned with a focus on active-active configuration. Our patented stateful sub-second session failover technology ensures uninterrupted connectivity not only for data traffic but for video and VoIP calls. Result – There is no waiting, no packet loss, and no downtime.

FatPipe pioneered SD-WAN long before the term entered mainstream IT vocabulary. We have continued to lead with innovations like threshold-based application-aware routing, IP address continuity for small business broadband links, and a software-defined overlay that works seamlessly across broadband, 4G/5G, and satellite.

The architecture encompasses multi-site redundancy in its scope with all heterogenous links aggregated inside a single IP framework without use of any routing protocol. This single IP framework results in efficient bandwidth utilization with less overheads for reduced overall Total Cost of Ownership for enterprises.

Our in-house tech support and centralized EnterpriseView monitoring are in the front for reliable network operations providing intuitive visual dashboards for CxO visibility, backed by granular, actionable reports for network specialists. A cohesive system that eliminates the need for multiple vendors, extra equipment, or redundant gateway boxes is what you discover from FatPipe’s advantage.

From supporting millions of secure VPN sessions during major events to ensuring call centers never drop a customer interaction, FatPipe’s WANs deliver continuity where it matters most. Our solution is trusted by enterprise customers, global service providers, and large-scale public venues alike. True WAN reliability is not just a tradition for companies to check; it is built into the foundation itself in a structured way. And at FatPipe, we have built it right to deliver peace of mind for CIOs.

21 Feb

Why Enterprises Should Take FatPipe WAN Optimization Seriously

FatPipe is the only product that combines WAN edge with true SD-WAN and true WAN optimization in a single software.

There is a wide misconception that WAN optimization is only about traffic shaping, data de-duplication, compression, data caching, and protocol spoofing. While these techniques are a good start, they often fail short of providing peak performance of a modern wide-area network where the networks are becoming complex and the nature of data traffic is changing with implosion of cloud workloads and huge amount of voice plus video traffic. An addition of flexible connectivity, application path optimization, non-duplication of packets and application portability to this list helps companies greatly improve network performance.

How FatPipe Addresses Modern Organizations’ Need for Truly Optimized WAN Performance

FatPipe patented technology has enabled organizations to enhance network performance and improve end user experience multifold.

FatPipe MPVPN: FatPipe true SD-WAN has unique ability of single IP framework across multiple divergent links that optimizes the network as it works without dynamic routing protocols to save the overheads and tunnel overheads. This feature has resolved the problem of aggregation of 4G/5G last miles with other terrestrial lines.

Data Compression: FatPipe has integrated data compression, and it can be applied for specific applications, locations, or combination of the two.

De-Duplication: FatPipe reduces the number of duplicate packets that needed to be sent across the WAN to complete a session flow.

Date Caching: Similar to integrated data compression, FatPipe has integrated data caching, and it can be applied for specific applications, locations, or combination of the two.

Application Protocol Optimization: FatPipe optimizes application flow whenever the situation demands. The idea is if an application runs over a LAN, it should function optimally on the WAN too.

Application Layer Quality of Service: FatPipe policy rules prioritize applications that are business-critical.

Application Path Optimization: FatPipe enables application flows to be optimized across the best path selection for each application based on real-time metrics like latency, packet loss, jitter, and available bandwidth.

FatPipe – Addressing New Challenges in WAN Optimization

FatPipe WAN optimization solution reduces TCO through its advanced techniques. It is at an innovative byte level, ensuring industry-best traffic optimization granularity. It boils down to making intelligent decisions in the method of data processing and transmission across the WAN.

20 Aug

Leveraging AI for SD-WAN Support: Best Practices and Innovations

Imagine a business experiences unexpected issues in their network.  The network team must quickly diagnose whether the problem originates from configuration errors, link failures, or external factors like ISP issues. Traditionally troubleshooting has been dependent on support engineer but with advent of AI the roles are undergoing transformation; FatPipe has introduced AI-based support for Partners and Customers, in the form of chatbot, that helps the teams to troubleshoot and diagnose the issue without calling technical support, thus reducing the network downtime.

FatPipe AI-Enabled Support for Enhanced User Experience

FatPipe AI-Enabled Support is an all-encompassing solution where the customer can gain comprehensive knowledge about FatPipe SD-WAN. The AI tool is a result of hundreds of years of technical expert experience which has been encoded for partners and customers to retrieve immediately to resolve not only simple issues but also the complex problems. FatPipe’s innovative strategy leverages the power of artificial intelligence to deliver real-time, intelligent support and answers any query for the user’s SD-WAN solutions. It provides the advantages of precise product insights (be it downtime-related or any troubleshooting issue), instant response, and 24/7 service. The result: Customer’s network runs flawlessly.

Best Practices that FatPipe AI Follows for SD-WAN Support

Several solution providers must understand that innovation alone will not bring results. Innovation, in tandem with best practices, is key to enhanced user experience.

  • FatPipe’s AI policy is transparent, and it explicitly states that the customer is interacting with the AI chatbot.
  • FatPipe AI is a customer-centric product made with regular updating based on  customer suggestions and queries.
  • FatPipe AI doesn’t miss the human factor; it essentially augments the skills of the support specialist by escalating to a support specialist through the portal.
  • The conversional flows are clear and user-friendly; It provides access to comprehensive resources and documentation, enabling users to resolve issues independently while deepening their understanding of SD-WAN.
  • There are options in the tool to engage with a customer support specialist through e-mail or chat or phone for complex issues. This helps in not leading to any unmet expectations.

FatPipe’s role in SD-WAN support is significant, enabling users to stay ahead of network challenges and focus on driving their business forward with confidence. It augments the innovative FatPipe patented features to maintain seamless, reliable and secure connectivity in an increasingly complex digital environment. FatPipe positions itself as a leader in innovation, showcasing its dedication to providing efficient, customer-centric support that resonates with today’s digital-first landscape.

31 Jul

FatPipe SD-WAN’s Pivotal Role in Overcoming Last Mile Connectivity Problems

The last mile or the final segment of line connectivity is crucial because it serves as the link between the network service provider and a networked location, making its performance critical for ensuring a reliable and efficient connection. As per recent studies, 80% of companies utilizing SD-WAN report experiencing performance concerns on the last mile of their network, more so in developing economies due to multiple infrastructure works of highways, telecom, sewage, roads etc. causing frequent fiber cuts.

How FatPipe SD-WAN Overcomes Last Mile Constraints?

FatPipe SD-WAN is an excellent solution for overcoming last mile constraints including handling network disruptions seamlessly –

  • Legacy network protocols struggle to aggregate different last-mile connectivity types like MPLS, Internet, Broadband, LTE, and VSAT. FatPipe SD-WAN’s patented technology seamlessly combines these into a single IP framework, ensuring efficient, secure, and parallel data transmission across disparate networks.
  • FatPipe SD-WAN prevents bottlenecks by adapting on-the-fly for optimal performance, using seamless failover to ensure zero user traffic disruption. This is achieved through patented technology that maintains a single packet copy across redundant lines, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted sessions.
  • FatPipe load balances outbound and inbound traffic across multiple available WAN links using industry-best techniques of MPSEC TM & SmartDNS TM. Many customers have benefitted not only with enhanced resiliency but also with payback period of less than a year by deploying FatPipe SD-WAN.

Benefits of FatPipe SD-WAN in Augmenting Last Mile Connectivity

  • FatPipe SD-WAN minimizes data loss by dynamically selecting the best path for traffic based on real-time network conditions.
  • Legacy networks can’t handle brownouts caused by high latency, packet loss, or jitter on last mile connects which is quite frequent phenomenon in most of the networks. FatPipe SD-WAN sets specific thresholds for these issues, automatically rerouting traffic to a stable line when they are exceeded. Once the link’s quality is restored, FatPipe seamlessly redirects traffic back to the original interface.
  • By optimizing traffic routing and prioritizing critical applications, FatPipe SD-WAN further optimizes latency. This is essential for applications that require real-time communication, such as VoIP and video conferencing.

FatPipe SD-WAN excels in addressing last mile constraints by continuously monitoring and optimizing the signal as it traverses the critical juncture. It can perform dynamic routing, ensuring optimal performance and reliability without the need of co-operation from the ISP. This proactive management guarantees minimal disruption, superior performance, and a seamless user experience, showcasing FatPipe SD-WAN’s superior capability in overcoming last mile connectivity issues.