Check Point Software Blade Architecture

What is a software blade?

A software blade is a logical security building block that is independent, modular and centrally managed. Software Blades can be quickly enabled and configured into a solution based on specific business needs. As needs evolve, addtional blocks can be quickly activated to extend security to an existing configuration within the same hardware foundation.

Key Benefits:

  • Flexibility - Provides the right level of protection at the right level of investment
  • Manageability - Enables fast deployment of security services. Increases productivity through centralized blade management.
  • Total Security - Provides the right level of security, at all enforcement points, and at all layers of the network
  • Lower TCO - Protects investment through consolidation and use of existing hardware infrastructure

Guaranteed performance - Enables provisioning of resources that guarantee service levels

Building a security solution using Software Blades

Whether designing a solution for corporate headquarters, a data center or a branch office, creating system takes three steps:

Step 1: Choose a Security Management or Security Gateway Container

Step 2: Select Software Blades

Step 3: Configure and Deploy system