Open-Source Network Equipment

Routers, switches, and servers are essential for ensuring the operational efficiency and security of your infrastructure. NobleConsul can assist you in building a reliable and auditable foundation, guiding you from the initial ground-up implementation to high-level strategic planning.

Transitioning from Proprietary to Commodity Hardware

By leveraging well-tested commodity hardware, we can establish infrastructure that aligns with the software and hardware standards used elsewhere in your environment. Basic servers, desktop computers, or mini-PCs can function effectively as routers or switches.

We configure standard Linux distributions, which are likely already familiar to your engineering teams, to serve as switches, routers, Wi-Fi hotspots, or NAS file storage. Our solutions can match the performance levels of top-tier proprietary systems and custom silicon.

Enhanced Auditability

Accessing the switch utilizes the same authorization and authentication software as any other server or desktop. This uniformity eliminates the need to configure and maintain separate teams for networking and system administration.

Since all software components are open source, you have the freedom to audit and modify them to suit your specific requirements.

Freedom from Geo-Political Pressures and Vendor Lock-In

Because the software runs on any commodity equipment, you are not dependent on a specific vendor’s software or hardware. If sourcing hardware from one vendor becomes an issue, you can easily switch to another, provided it supports Linux.