6WIND Releases Packet Processing Software Optimized for NetLogic Microsystems’ Industry- Leading XLP832 Processor

Already deployed by a wide range of OEMs using previous generations of NetLogic Microsystems’ multicore processors, 6WINDGate enables the development of best-in-class telecom infrastructure, enterprise networking and security products. To support the shift of demanding data and video intensive applications to the cloud, next generation networking equipment must deliver increasing throughput while providing support for intelligent networking and advanced security protocols. To address these requirements, 6WINDGate exploits the innovative XLP® processor architecture with quad-issue, quad-threading, out-of-order execution capability and frequencies of up to 2GHz to deliver exceptional packet processing performance. In addition, the 6WINDGate software is optimized to take full advantage of the XLP processor's advanced Fast Messaging Network™, fully-autonomous programmable processing engines and a tri-level cache architecture to achieve up to 40Gbps of IPsec and 60 million packets per second of IP Forwarding performance on a single XLP832 processor running at 2GHz while ensuring that a subset of the cores remain available for application software. At the same time, by maintaining full compatibility with standard Operating System APIs, 6WINDGate enables NetLogic Microsystems’ customers to quickly develop or migrate their application software, thereby accelerating their time-to-market for higher performance, differentiated products. “We’re delighted to extend our support for NetLogic Microsystems to include the XLP832 processor,” said Eric Carmès, CEO of 6WIND. “Our engineers have worked closely with NetLogic Microsystems to ensure that 6WINDGate fully leverages the multi-threading and performance acceleration capabilities in this new processor. This provides our customers with an industry-standard software platform optimized for their performance-critical applications in networking equipment and cloud infrastructure.”