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F5 SSL Orchestrator for the r2000 Series
F5-ADD-BIG-SSLOR2XXX
A software add-on license that turns a compatible BIG-IP r2000-family appliance into a dedicated decrypt-inspect-re-encrypt gateway — so every other security tool on your network can finally see what’s hiding inside encrypted traffic.
If you’ve ever tried to get a firewall, IDS, DLP tool, and web gateway to all inspect the same traffic stream, you already know the problem SSL Orchestrator exists to solve. Somewhere between 90–95% of enterprise traffic now travels encrypted, which is great for privacy and terrible for visibility. Every downstream security appliance either has to decrypt that traffic itself — burning CPU cycles it doesn’t have to spare — or it simply waves the packet through unread. Neither option is acceptable once you’re the one explaining a breach to leadership.
The F5-ADD-BIG-SSLOR2XXX license activates F5’s SSL Orchestrator module on the r2000 platform family (r2600, r2800, and related SKUs), which is F5’s entry-tier hardware line built for branch offices, mid-size campuses, and organizations that need enterprise-grade decrypt-and-steer capability without buying into the six-figure chassis-class gear. It’s a licensing add-on, not standalone hardware — you’re layering orchestration on top of a BIG-IP unit you already own or are purchasing alongside it.
Decrypt once. Inspect everywhere.
Instead of every security tool decrypting the same session independently, SSL Orchestrator sits at the front of the chain, decrypts once, and dynamically steers traffic through whichever inspection devices apply to that specific session — then re-encrypts before it leaves the network.
Traffic is decrypted once, dynamically routed only through the tools relevant to that session type, then re-encrypted — instead of each downstream tool decrypting it independently.
What the license actually buys you
Dynamic service chaining
Route traffic through different combinations of security tools based on risk category, user group, or destination — instead of a fixed, one-size-fits-all inspection path.
Centralized key management
One place to manage certificates and decryption policy, instead of scattering SSL termination configuration across every individual security appliance.
Selective bypass
Exclude sensitive categories (banking, healthcare, government) from decryption automatically, to stay aligned with privacy and compliance policy.
Offloads inspection tools
Your IDS, DLP, and sandboxing appliances stop burning cycles on TLS handshakes and go back to doing the analysis they were actually bought for.
Specifications overview
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | F5-ADD-BIG-SSLOR2XXX |
| Product type | Software license add-on (not standalone hardware) |
| Compatible platform family | BIG-IP r2000 series (r2600 / r2800 and related SKUs) |
| Function | SSL/TLS decryption, dynamic service chaining, re-encryption orchestration |
| Prerequisite | An existing or concurrently purchased BIG-IP r2000-series appliance with a base LTM license |
| License unit | 1 per appliance (EA) |
| Typical deployment | Branch office, mid-size campus, or distributed enterprise edge |
| Vendor | F5, Inc. |
Exact throughput and session-capacity figures vary by the specific r2000 hardware SKU and software version — confirm current numbers against F5’s official datasheet or your account team before sizing a deployment.
Where SSLOR2XXX sits in the license family
SSL Orchestrator add-ons scale with the BIG-IP platform they’re licensed for — the r2000-tier license is the most accessible entry point into the product line by a wide margin.
Contract pricing referenced from a 2024 DoD ESI / reseller price list. Bars scaled relative to the highest-tier SKU (SSLOR12XXX). Actual pricing varies by reseller, contract vehicle, and current promotions — treat this as a relative benchmark, not a quote.
Buying tip: F5 does not publish official list pricing — every number in this post comes from third-party reseller or government contract price lists, which can lag behind current promotions or trade-in offers. Always confirm final pricing with an authorized F5 partner before budgeting.
FAQ
Can I add this license after buying the r2000 hardware?
Yes. Like most BIG-IP add-ons, SSLOR2XXX is typically purchased and activated separately from the base hardware and LTM license — you don’t need to bundle it into the original hardware order.
Does this work on any r2000-series unit?
It’s built for the r2000 platform family specifically. Confirm your exact model (r2600, r2800, etc.) and current software version against F5’s compatibility matrix before purchasing.
Is support included?
No — support and maintenance are typically sold as a separate line item, the same as with most F5 licensing. Budget for at least one year of support alongside the license itself.
What if I’m buying a used r2000 unit?
Used BIG-IP hardware generally needs to go through F5’s re-licensing/re-registration process before new add-ons like SSL Orchestrator can be activated. Confirm the unit’s status with F5 or your reseller before assuming a straightforward add-on purchase.
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