Introduction to VSX

VSX Virtual System Extension. Check Point virtual networking solution, hosted on a computer or cluster with virtual abstractions of Check Point Security Gateways and other network devices. These Virtual Devices provide the same functionality as their physical counterparts. (Virtual System Virtual Device on a VSX Gateway or VSX Cluster Member that implements the functionality of a Security Gateway. Acronym: VS. Extension) is a security and VPN solution for large-scale environments based on the proven security of Check Point Security Gateway Dedicated Check Point server that runs Check Point software to inspect traffic and enforce Security Policies for connected network resources.. VSX provides comprehensive protection for multiple networks or VLANs within complex infrastructures. It securely connects them to shared resources such as the Internet and/or a DMZ, and allows them to safely interact with each other. VSX is supported by IPS Check Point Software Blade on a Security Gateway that inspects and analyzes packets and data for numerous types of risks (Intrusion Prevention System).™ Services, which provide up-to-date preemptive security.

VSX incorporates the same patented Stateful Inspection and Software Blades technology used in the Check Point Security Gateway product line. Administrators manage VSX using a Security Management Server Dedicated Check Point server that runs Check Point software to manage the objects and policies in a Check Point environment within a single management Domain. Synonym: Single-Domain Security Management Server. or a Multi-Domain Server Dedicated Check Point server that runs Check Point software to host virtual Security Management Servers called Domain Management Servers. Synonym: Multi-Domain Security Management Server. Acronym: MDS., delivering unified management architecture that supports enterprises and service providers.

A VSX Gateway Physical server that hosts VSX virtual networks, including all Virtual Devices that provide the functionality of physical network devices. It holds at least one Virtual System, which is called VS0. contains a complete set of Virtual Devices that function as physical network components, such as Security Gateway, routers, switches, interfaces, and even network cables. Centrally managed, and incorporating key network resources internally, VSX lets businesses deploy comprehensive firewall and VPN functionality, while reducing hardware investment and improving efficiency.

VSX Overview

VSX (Virtual System Extension) is a security and VPN solution for large-scale environments. VSX provides comprehensive protection for multiple networks or VLANs within complex infrastructures. It securely connects them to shared resources such as the Internet and/or a DMZ, and allows them to safely interact with each other.

VSX incorporates the same patented Stateful Inspection and Software Blades technology used in the Check Point Security Gateway product line. Administrators manage VSX using a Security Management Server Check Point Single-Domain Security Management Server or a Multi-Domain Security Management Server. or a Multi-Domain Server, delivering unified management architecture for enterprises and service providers. The Management Server can be installed on a different machine than VSX, or on the same machine.

A VSX Gateway contains a complete set of Virtual Devices that function as physical network components, such as Security Gateway, routers, switches, interfaces, and even network cables. Centrally managed, and incorporating key network resources internally, VSX lets businesses deploy comprehensive firewall and VPN functionality, while reducing hardware investment and improving efficiency.