HPE Virtual Gateway - Subscription License, 4 Gbps, 3-Year

The HPE Virtual Gateway with a 4 Gbps subscription license delivers enterprise-grade gateway throughput and security through a flexible, license-based model. Designed for growing networks and demanding workloads, this solution offers a three-year subscription that unlocks ongoing software updates, security enhancements, and streamlined license management. Delivered electronically for rapid provisioning, the HPE Virtual Gateway keeps your network protected while preserving total cost of ownership and predictable budgeting. If you’re seeking a scalable, high-performance virtual gateway that aligns with modern data center and cloud-connected environments, this subscription license makes it easy to deploy, manage, and renew as your needs evolve.

• 4 Gbps throughput: Engineered to handle high-volume traffic with reliable, sustained performance for security inspection, virtual routing, and gateway services.
• 3-year subscription license: A fixed-term license that provides access to software updates, security patches, and feature enhancements over a three-year period, helping you plan renewals and budgeting with confidence.
• Electronic delivery: License keys and activation details are provided electronically for fast provisioning, reduced paperwork, and simplified license reconciliation across your IT environment.
• Enterprise-grade security and reliability: Built to support robust gateway functions, policy-based controls, and scalable deployment patterns suitable for data centers, campuses, and remote offices.
• Flexible deployment options: Suitable for virtualized environments and fluid data center architectures, enabling seamless integration with existing networking and security ecosystems while preserving performance headroom.

Technical Details of HPE Virtual Gateway

• Product: HPE Virtual Gateway
• License Type: Subscription
• Throughput: 4 Gbps
• License Term: 3 years
• Delivery Method: Electronic/licensing key
• Purpose: Virtual gateway software for enterprise network security, routing, and gateway services
• Platform Compatibility: Designed for deployment as software-defined gateway in supported virtualized environments

How to install HPE Virtual Gateway

• 1. Confirm prerequisites: Ensure your hardware or virtual environment meets the minimum requirements for the HPE Virtual Gateway software, including supported hypervisors or virtualization platforms and available network interfaces.
• 2. Obtain license and activation details: Retrieve the electronic license key and any associated activation instructions included with the 3-year subscription delivery.
• 3. Deploy the gateway software: Install or deploy the HPE Virtual Gateway software in your chosen environment, following the official deployment guidelines for your platform and ensuring network connectivity to management and data paths.
• 4. Apply the subscription license: Activate the 3-year subscription license within the gateway management console, linking the software instance to your license terms and confirming the 4 Gbps throughput entitlement.
• 5. Configure policies and routing: Define security policies, routing rules, and gateway services to meet your organization’s security posture and traffic requirements, then validate connectivity and performance.
• 6. Validate performance and monitor: Run throughput and security checks to confirm the gateway operates at the expected 4 Gbps capability, and enable ongoing monitoring to track utilization, health, and license status.

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the HPE Virtual Gateway 4 Gbps 3-Year Subscription?

The package provides a subscription-based license for the HPE Virtual Gateway software, enabling up to 4 Gbps of throughput for a period of three years. It includes access to software updates, security patches, and ongoing feature enhancements delivered electronically, with renewal options at the end of the term to extend protection and performance.

How does the electronic delivery work?

Electronic delivery means the license key and activation instructions are provided digitally, allowing for rapid provisioning and simplified license management. This approach reduces paperwork and accelerates deployment across distributed environments.

What does 4 Gbps throughput mean for my environment?

Throughput at 4 Gbps indicates the gateway’s capacity to process up to 4 gigabits of data per second under typical operating conditions. Actual performance depends on traffic mix, policy complexity, and system resources; it’s recommended to configure the gateway with appropriate headroom and monitor utilization to maintain optimal performance.

Can I deploy HPE Virtual Gateway in a virtualized or cloud-like environment?

Yes. The HPE Virtual Gateway is designed for deployment in virtualized environments and supports integration with standard data center architectures. Check compatibility with your hypervisor or container platform and follow vendor-specific guidance for best results.

Is ongoing support included with the 3-year subscription?

Yes. The 3-year subscription typically includes access to software updates and security patches during the term, along with renewal options to extend coverage and continue receiving improvements and technical support as defined by the license terms.