[c-nsp] need good recommendation for isp gateway nat bgp pbr

[Brian Roche]

Gotcha.  Do you have a recommendation then for a USED router that will
have 3 or 4 GiE ports, will handle BGP/PBR for 3 upstream providers
(remember Default only so basically 3 next hops), 20k NAT sessions,
and 500 Mbs Internet bw?

On Thu, May 26, 2011 at 12:28 PM, Nick Hilliard <nick at foobar.org> wrote:
> On 26/05/2011 17:20, Brian Roche wrote:
>>
>> Thanks for the advice.  I understand the model is limited but it looks
>> like it is geared towards a network of our size.  We're just accepting
>> default from the upstream providers so not too worried about the size
>> of the routing table.  Mostly concerned if there are NAT/PBR/BGP
>> limitations.
>
> Keep it in mind that if at some stage, you get more than one upstream
> transit provider, your choice of hardware will become more important.  If
> you see a likelihood of this happening within the equipment depreciation
> lifetime, then I'd recommend getting an ESP10 instead.
>
> Also, bear in mind that once you've depreciated the kit off your books, an
> ESP2.5/5 is going to be worth very little on ebay in 3-5 years time, whereas
> an ESP10 based box is going to maintain its value much better.
>
> Nick
>
>