Next-Gen Global Networking
Case Study
DSC-IPV6 , Virtual Networking , Global Infrastructure
Enabling global satellite and communications enterprises on a mission to connect the world-making the internet accessible to everyone, anywhere on land, in the air, or at sea. We advance satellite, wireless, cloud, and security technologies that empower organizations to securely transmit terabytes of data in real time from space.
The Vision
Due to the depletion of IPv4 addresses and the increasing demand for internet connectivity, the company has decided to implement IPv6 dual stack to ensure smooth and uninterrupted communication for its customers.
Scenario
To design and implement an IPv6 dual stack that can work seamlessly with the company's existing network infrastructure.
- The primary challenge was to design and implement an IPv6 dual stack that would work seamlessly with the company’s existing network infrastructure.
- The implementation needed to avoid any disruption to the current services offered by the ISP.
- The transition from IPv4 to IPv6 had to be smooth and transparent for the end users.
What we did
Implemented a centralized, controller-based network architecture, where a network controller is responsible for managing and controlling the flow of traffic between IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
Utilized the OpenDaylight (ODL) controller-an open-source network controller with comprehensive support for IPv6 dual stack.
The ODL controller acted as a mediator between IPv4 and IPv6 networks, translating network traffic between protocols as needed.
Developed software components to handle communication and protocol translation between IPv4 and IPv6.
Created a custom network driver for the ODL controller to manage network interfaces on routers and switches.
Built a network translation module to convert traffic between IPv4 and IPv6 protocols dynamically.
Key features of the experience
The Impact
IPv6 dual stack that started working seamlessly with the company's existing network infrastructure.
Larger Address Space
IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses, providing ~340 undecillion (2^128) unique addresses, compared to IPv4's 32-bit, ~4.3 billion (2^32) limit, effectively eliminating address exhaustion.
Improved Security
IPv6 mandates IPsec support, offering built-in encryption and authentication for secure data transmission, unlike IPv4, where it’s optional.
Enhanced Mobility
IPv6 supports Mobile IPv6, enabling seamless device mobility without address changes, ideal for mobile networks and IoT devices.
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“I have worked with Data Template and Anil for over several years and across several companies. Data template is very versatile and honest. We worked together on products ranging from 5G embedded controllers to Satellite communications and SAAS. They have all around skills to work on everything from mobile apps to complex embedded real-time software. The management is very open and friendly taking feedback very seriously.”
Pawan Uberoy
VP Engineering, ViaSat Inc, United States.