Allied Telesis X530 SERIES LICENSE TO ENABLE OPENFLOW VERSION 1.3 FOR 1 YEAR. - AT-FL-X530-OF13-1YR

Allied Telesis AT-FL-X530-OF13-1YR OpenFlow 1.3 Software License

Overview

The AT-FL-X530-OF13-1YR is a 1-year software license that unlocks OpenFlow version 1.3 on Allied Telesis X530 series switches. OpenFlow 1.3 is the protocol backbone of software-defined networking (SDN) deployments — it lets an external SDN controller programmatically manage flow tables on the switch, separating the control plane from the forwarding plane. If you're building or expanding a campus or enterprise SDN fabric and your X530 switches aren't currently running OpenFlow, this license is the activation key. The 1-year term structure means the capability is tied to an annual subscription rather than a perpetual entitlement — factor renewal into your operational budget before deploying in production environments where uninterrupted SDN control is mission-critical.

Compatibility

This license is purpose-built for the Allied Telesis X530 switch series. Confirmed compatible families include the X530-28GTX, X530-28GPX, X530-52GTX, and X530-52GPX — the 28-port and 52-port variants of the X530 platform in both copper and SFP+ uplink configurations. It is not interchangeable with licenses for other Allied Telesis series such as the X510, X550, or SBx platforms. Before purchasing, verify that your specific network switch model is an X530-series unit and that your AlliedWare Plus firmware version supports OpenFlow 1.3 feature activation via license key. If you're evaluating whether OpenFlow SDN fits your environment, review a network infrastructure buying guide before committing to a subscription term.

Installation Notes

License delivery is electronic. Activation is performed through the AlliedWare Plus CLI or GUI on the target X530 switch using the supplied license key. The license is node-locked to a specific switch — it cannot be transferred between units. Confirm the switch's serial number and AlliedWare Plus version meet Allied Telesis's minimum firmware requirements for OpenFlow 1.3 before applying. Running OpenFlow 1.3 requires a compatible SDN controller — the license enables the protocol on the switch but does not include controller software. Plan for license renewal prior to the 1-year expiration date to avoid OpenFlow feature deactivation in production.