In SD-WAN, what is the role of vSmart controllers?

In SD-WAN architecture, vSmart controllers play a crucial role in managing the control plane for the network. Their primary function is to centralize the management of routing information, ensuring that various data paths between sites are efficient and dynamically respond to network conditions. They facilitate secure and optimized routing by distributing policies and routing updates to all SD-WAN edge devices, allowing them to establish and maintain connections based on the best available paths.

While other components may handle the establishment of connections or data encryption, the specific responsibility of vSmart controllers is focused on routing information management across the network’s physical connections. This is key to enabling a seamless and robust SD-WAN deployment, where traffic can be routed intelligently based on real-time performance metrics.