Allied Telesis AT-FL-X330-OF13-5YR – x330 Series OpenFlow v1.3 License, 5-Year

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis x330 OpenFlow v1.3 license 5-year (AT-FL-X330-OF13-5YR) is a subscription license that activates OpenFlow v1.3 Software Defined Networking on Allied Telesis x330 Series stackable multi-gigabit Layer 3 access switches. Enabling centralized, programmable control of switch forwarding behavior through any ONF-conformant SDN controller, this license is purpose-built for enterprise network engineers and IT managers deploying SDN at the access layer. The 5-year term provides uninterrupted SDN capability and multi-year budget predictability, making it the preferred choice for long-term SDN campus access deployments on the Allied Telesis x330 Series platform.

Product Description

The AT-FL-X330-OF13-5YR license enables OpenFlow v1.3 on Allied Telesis x330 Series switches, integrating them as SDN-capable forwarding elements within a Software Defined Network architecture. OpenFlow v1.3, defined by the Open Networking Foundation, allows a centralized SDN controller to program flow tables on network switches, enabling dynamic traffic steering, policy-based routing, network slicing, and automated network response without manual per-device configuration. The x330 Series switches—available in 10, 20, 28, and 52-port configurations with Multi-Gigabit and 10G SFP+ uplinks—are fanless access switches running AlliedWare Plus™, making them well-suited for edge deployments in enterprise campus, education, and healthcare networks. With this license active, the x330 switch operates as an OpenFlow agent, accepting instructions from the SDN controller to create, modify, and delete flow table entries in real time. This enables use cases including SDN-based network access control, quality of service enforcement, and dynamic network segmentation for multi-tenant or zero-trust architectures. Note that the OpenFlow license is not supported when the x330 switch is operating as part of a VCStack™; it is intended for standalone switch deployments. The license is device-specific and electronically delivered. Allied Telesis x330 Series switches hold ONF OpenFlow Conformance certification, validating interoperability with standards-compliant SDN controllers. The 5-year subscription eliminates the annual renewal cycle and is the lowest total-cost option for multi-year SDN access deployments.

Key Features

• OpenFlow v1.3 protocol activation — Enables ONF-standard SDN control on x330 Series switches for centralized flow table programming and dynamic traffic management.
• 5-year subscription term — Reduces administrative overhead vs. annual renewal; provides budget predictability for multi-year access layer SDN deployments.
• Compatible x330 Series hardware — Applies to all x330 Series models: x330-10GTX, x330-20GTX, x330-28GTX, and x330-52GTX standalone switches.
• Standalone switch only (not stack-supported) — OpenFlow v1.3 operates on individual x330 switches; not supported in VCStack™ stacking configurations.
• ONF OpenFlow Conformance certified — Allied Telesis x330 switches carry Open Networking Foundation certification validating compliance with the OpenFlow specification.
• Electronic license delivery — No hardware change required; license is applied directly to the target switch through the Allied Telesis license activation process.
• SDN controller interoperability — Compatible with any ONF-conformant OpenFlow v1.3 SDN controller for vendor-neutral SDN deployments.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which x330 switch models does AT-FL-X330-OF13-5YR support?

The license applies to all Allied Telesis x330 Series switch models: x330-10GTX, x330-20GTX, x330-28GTX, and x330-52GTX. One license is required per switch.

Q: Can this license be used on a stacked x330 configuration?

No. The OpenFlow v1.3 license for the x330 Series is not supported in VCStack™ stacking configurations. It is designed for standalone switch deployments only.

Q: Which SDN controllers are compatible with this license?

The x330 Series with this license is compatible with any ONF-conformant OpenFlow v1.3 SDN controller. Allied Telesis does not restrict use to a proprietary controller, enabling vendor-neutral SDN deployments.

Q: How is the license activated?

The license is delivered electronically. Activation is performed through the Allied Telesis license management process via the AlliedWare Plus CLI or the Allied Telesis Support Portal. Contact your reseller for specific activation steps.

Q: What happens when the license expires after 5 years?

When the subscription expires, OpenFlow v1.3 functionality is deactivated and the switch reverts to standard AlliedWare Plus operation. To restore SDN capability, a new license must be purchased and applied.

Q: Is a 1-year version of this license available?

Yes. Allied Telesis also offers the AT-FL-x330-OF13-1YR for a 1-year subscription term. The 5-year option provides better long-term value for stable production deployments.

Q: Does this license include any additional features beyond OpenFlow?

No. The AT-FL-X330-OF13-5YR is a dedicated OpenFlow v1.3 license. For additional advanced Layer 3 features (OSPF, PIM, Q-in-Q, etc.) on the x330, a separate AT-FL-x330-01 Premium license is available.