Balance 580X
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The Peplink Balance 580X is a high-performance SD-WAN router designed for demanding multi-site and branch office deployments. With 5 GE WAN ports, 3 GE LAN ports, and 4 Gbps stateful firewall throughput, the 580X delivers the bandwidth and resilience that enterprise networks require. Its expansion module slot lets you add cellular connectivity, SFP+ modules, or additional PoE ports as your needs evolve.
Overview
Balance 580X — Enterprise SD-WAN with Expansion Flexibility
The Balance 580X sits at the center of Peplink’s enterprise SD-WAN lineup, delivering the performance and port density needed for multi-WAN deployments without the complexity of carrier-class equipment. It’s built for organizations that need always-on connectivity across multiple ISP connections, with intelligent load balancing and sub-second failover.
Key Specifications
- 5x GE WAN ports — bond up to 5 broadband, fiber, or cellular connections
- 3x GE LAN ports — connect local switches, access points, and devices
- 4 Gbps stateful firewall throughput — high-speed inspection without bottlenecks
- SpeedFusion bandwidth bonding — aggregate connections for combined throughput and seamless failover
- 1x expansion module slot — add a FlexModule for 5G/LTE, SFP+, or PoE as needed
- InControl 2 cloud management — configure, monitor, and troubleshoot remotely
Who Is the Balance 580X For?
The 580X is ideal for mid-size branch offices, retail locations, healthcare facilities, and any environment where a single point of WAN failure isn’t acceptable. Its expansion slot makes it especially versatile — add a cellular FlexModule for out-of-band backup, or an SFP+ module to connect fiber uplinks directly.
Organizations running multi-site deployments use the 580X as their standard branch router, managing hundreds of units centrally through InControl 2 with group configuration, firmware scheduling, and real-time WAN health monitoring.
West Networks Solution Design
Not sure if the 580X is the right fit? Our infrastructure engineers can assess your WAN requirements and recommend the optimal Balance model, licensing tier, and SpeedFusion configuration. We support the full lifecycle — from design through deployment and ongoing network management. Call 352-316-7701 or use our contact form to discuss your project.
Specifications
| Cellular | None — wired enterprise multi-WAN gateway; add Peplink cellular adapters or a MAX router for 4G/5G |
|---|---|
| Technology | Wired |
| Cellular modems | No cellular |
| Wi-Fi | No Wi-Fi |
| WAN | Up to 5× Gigabit Ethernet (configurable) plus 1× USB WAN |
| LAN | 3× Gigabit Ethernet |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| SpeedFusion throughput | 500 Mbps with 256-bit AES |
| Recommended users | 300–1000 |
| Power input | AC 100–240 V |
| Power consumption | 35 W maximum (main chassis) |
| Form factor | 1U rack-mount |
| Dimensions | 17.3 × 10.4 × 1.73 in |
| Weight | 7.3 lb / 3.3 kg |
| Operating temperature | 32 to 104 °F / 0 to 40 °C, 10–85% humidity non-condensing |
| In the box | Balance 580X, AC power cord, rack-mount kit |
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Questions buyers ask
How many WAN connections?
Up to five Gigabit Ethernet WANs, load-balanced or bonded with SpeedFusion, for high-availability enterprise and branch networks.
Does it have cellular or Wi-Fi?
No. It is a wired multi-WAN gateway; add Peplink cellular adapters or a MAX router for 4G/5G, and access points for Wi-Fi.
How is it mounted?
It is a 1U rack-mount chassis rated for 300 to 1000 users.
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WAN Interface
- 4 × 2.5G Multi‑Gig Ethernet
- 1 × 10G Multi‑Gig Ethernet
- 2 × USB‑C Interface
- 1 × Optional Cellular
LAN Interface
- 4 × 2.5G Multi‑Gig Ethernet
- 1 × 10G Multi‑Gig Ethernet
Performance
- Router Throughput: 8 Gbps
- SpeedFusion VPN Throughput (No Encryption): 1 Gbps
- SpeedFusion VPN Throughput (256‑bit AES): 1 Gbps
- Recommended Users: 500–2000
- SpeedFusion VPN Peers: 100 / 300 / 500
Networking & Features
- Maximum Controlled AP / Switch: 100
- SpeedFusion Features: Hot Failover, Smoothing, Bandwidth Bonding
- Central Management: InControl 2
- Drop‑In Mode
- High Availability
- Full Content Filtering
- AP & Switch Controller (Standard)
- Remote User Access
- LACP (802.3ad) NIC Bonding
Edge Computing
- Docker Support
- 8GB Internal Storage
- External Storage via USB Port
Hardware & Power
- 1U Rack‑mount
- Power Input: AC 100–240V
- Power Output: 8 × 802.3bt Type 4 PoE++
- Power Consumption: 37W (nominal), 39W (max without PoE & USB‑C)
- Total PoE Power Budget: 720W
Physical Characteristics
- Dimensions: 17.3 × 12.2 × 1.73 in (440 × 310 × 44 mm)
- Weight: 9.39 lb (4.26 kg)
Environmental
- Operating Temperature: 32°–104°F (0°–40°C)
- Humidity: 10%–95% (non‑condensing)
Compliance
- FCC
- CE
- RoHS
Package Contents
- Balance 580X
- Power Cord (ACW‑614)
- 4 × Rubber Feet
- Rack Mount Kit with Screws
SIM Options
- Mini‑SIM (2FF)
- Peplink eSIM
- BYO eSIM (2 Profiles)
- RemoteSIM (via SIM Injector)
- FusionSIM
Warranty
- 1‑Year Limited Warranty
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