Deploying uCPE for Enabling Managed SD-WAN in Secure Banking ATMs and Branches - Lanner Electronics | Network Appliance | uCPE SD-WAN| MEC Server | Intelligent Edge Appliance

To enhance secure, resilient, and efficient communication between remote ATMs, bank branches, and headquarters in the era of digital banking. As financial organizations increasingly adopt advanced self-service and digital solutions, deploying a robust SD-WAN architecture using uCPE (Universal Customer Premises Equipment) is essential for maintaining reliable end-to-end connectivity across distributed locations.

Solution Overview

In partnership with a leading SD-WAN provider, Lanner’s ultra-compact uCPE devices—NCA-1050 and NCA-1250—provide the foundation for a high-performance, flexible edge network that securely connects ATM networks and branch offices to central data centers. Featuring Intel Atom x7000 Series processors and support for CNFs (cloud-native functions) and VNFs (virtual network functions), Lanner’s uCPE enables bank branches to deploy virtual networking and application hosting functions seamlessly at the edge.

Key Features

• Seamless Multi-Branch Connectivity with SD-WAN

The SD-WAN solution enables financial organizations to securely link branch offices, ATMs, and headquarters, utilizing a combination of leased lines, public internet, and cellular connectivity options such as 4G and 5G. This network design provides redundancy across devices and links, reducing single points of failure and ensuring business continuity for seamless banking operations.

• Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP)

With ZTP capabilities, unconfigured Lanner uCPE devices (NCA-1050 and NCA-1250) can be shipped directly to branch offices and installed without requiring on-site technical assistance. Devices are securely provisioned remotely, reducing deployment times and costs while enabling efficient scale-out of new branch offices and ATMs.

• Networking Acceleration

The uCPE supports advanced networking features, including encrypted VPNs and PCI pass-through for Intel® AES-NI encryption, enabling secure, high-speed connections to banking applications. The inclusion of GPU support and other hardware accelerations allows for efficient data processing, enhancing overall performance and enabling applications to meet high throughput demands.

• Sophisticated Management and Monitoring

Built-in monitoring features deliver real-time insights into platform performance, application metrics, and network health. Bank IT teams can proactively manage and troubleshoot network and device issues, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime across distributed branches.

• Advanced Resilience and Disaster Recovery

Lanner’s uCPE solution incorporates automatic configuration backup for rapid disaster recovery. In the event of an outage or failure, the system can quickly restore configurations, minimizing service interruptions and maintaining ATM and branch uptime.

• Comprehensive Security and Encryption

Security is built into every layer of the network: from initial device commissioning and virtual environment security to end-user data protection. Each layer of protection ensures compliance with stringent financial industry standards, safeguarding sensitive banking transactions and customer information across branches.

uCPE Platform: NCA-1050 and NCA-1250

NCA-1050: Intel Atom X7835RE/X7405C/X7203C processors, 16GB DDR5 memory, multiple Ethernet ports (including optional PoE), console port, USB 3.1, and support for Wi-Fi/LTE/5G modules.

NCA-1250: Intel Atom x7405C/x7835RE or x7425E/N97 processor, 16GB DDR5 memory, enhanced Ethernet connectivity with up to six 2.5GbE RJ45 ports, and M.2 slot for 5G LTE support.

Conclusion

Deploying managed SD-WAN through Lanner’s uCPE solutions provides banks with a secure, cost-effective, and scalable way to extend digital banking services to remote ATMs and branch locations. This solution empowers banks to quickly expand or update services across branches with minimal disruption, ensuring customers enjoy reliable, secure, and efficient financial services across all channels.

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