The Dell Networking Virtual Edge Platform 1405 is an advanced, high-value, open compact uCPE platform designed to host Virtual Network Functions (VNFs).

Optimized for SD-WAN and smaller enterprise locations, the VEP 1405 family provides flexible compute, networking, storage, and virtualization capabilities in a compact edge platform.

The family includes:

• VEP1425 / VEP1425N
• VEP1445 / VEP1445N
• VEP1485 / VEP1485N

Advanced Compact uCPE Platform

The Dell VEP 1405 is designed for organizations that need an open and compact platform for virtualized network services.

Its architecture combines:

• Intel Atom processing
• Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
• 10GbE SFP+ networking
• Local M.2 storage
• ECC memory
• TPM security
• QAT acceleration
• Linux and hypervisor support

This makes the platform particularly suitable for:

• SD-WAN
• Virtualized branch networking
• Smaller enterprise locations
• VNF deployments

Processor

The Dell Virtual Edge Platform 1405 family uses:

• Intel Atom C-3000 Denverton processors

Available processor configurations include:

• 4 cores
• 8 cores
• 16 cores

Different models use different processor configurations according to performance requirements.

Networking Ports

All three main processor configurations provide:

• 6 x 1GbE copper ports
• 2 x 10GbE SFP+ ports

This gives the platform a combination of standard Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and higher-speed 10GbE interfaces.

Management

Out-of-band management is provided through:

• Micro-USB 2.0 console port

The platform also includes a dedicated management console through the Micro-USB interface.

USB Ports

The Dell VEP 1405 provides:

• 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A ports

There is:

• 1 USB port on each side of the platform

Storage

The VEP 1405 supports:

• 1 x M.2 SATA SSD

Available storage capacities include:

• 120GB
• 240GB

The installed capacity depends on the selected SKU.

DDR4 ECC Memory

The platform supports:

• DDR4 ECC memory

Memory can be provided as:

• On-board memory
• On-board memory plus SO-DIMM

Available capacities include:

• 8GB
• 16GB
• 32GB

For 32GB configurations, memory consists of:

• 16GB on-board
• 16GB through SO-DIMM

Internal Connectors

The VEP 1405 includes:

• M.2 connector
• Mini-PCIe connector

The M.2 connector is used for:

• SSD storage

The Mini-PCIe connector is used for:

• WiFi module

These connectors are internal, and modules installed in them are:

• Not field upgradable

Trusted Platform Module

The Dell Virtual Edge Platform 1405 includes:

• TPM 2.0

TPM provides a hardware-based foundation for platform security.

Intel QuickAssist Technology

The platform supports:

• Intel QuickAssist Technology (QAT)

QAT provides hardware acceleration capabilities for supported network and security workloads.

Power Supply

The Dell VEP 1405 uses:

• External power supply

Cooling

Cooling varies according to the selected model.

VEP1425 / VEP1425N

• 1 fan

VEP1445 / VEP1445N

• 2 fans

VEP1485 / VEP1485N

• 2 fans

Airflow

The platform exhausts air through:

• The sides
• The back

Operating System Support

The Dell Virtual Edge Platform 1405 supports:

• Native Linux operating systems provided by VNF partners

It also supports hypervisors including:

• KVM
• VMware ESXi

This provides flexibility for organizations deploying virtualized network services.

Mounting Options

The VEP 1405 supports several deployment options.

Available mounting options include:

• Optional wall mount
• Optional rack mount

The system also ships with:

• Footpads for desktop deployment

This allows the platform to be deployed in different branch and edge environments.

Software

The Dell Virtual Edge Platform 1405 is:

• Pre-loaded with Versa FlexVN

This supports its use in SD-WAN and virtualized networking deployments.

VEP1425 / VEP1425N

The VEP1425 and VEP1425N are the entry configurations within the VEP 1405 family.

Processor

The models use:

• Intel Atom Denverton C3558
• 4 cores

Storage

The configuration includes:

• 120GB M.2 SSD
• 16GB eMMC flash

Memory

• 8GB RAM

Networking

The platform provides:

• 6 x 1GbE ports
• 2 x 10GbE SFP+ ports

Cooling

• 1 fan

Wireless Connectivity

The VEP1425 supports:

• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• 802.11ac
• 2×2 MIMO
• Maximum PHY rate of 866.7 Mbps

Wireless connectivity is available only on:

• VEP1425

and not on the VEP1425N configuration.

VEP1445 / VEP1445N

The VEP1445 and VEP1445N provide increased processing and memory capacity.

Processor

The platform uses:

• Intel Atom Denverton C3758
• 8 cores

Storage

The configuration includes:

• 240GB M.2 SSD
• 16GB eMMC flash

Memory

• 16GB RAM

Networking

The platform provides:

• 6 x 1GbE ports
• 2 x 10GbE SFP+ ports

Cooling

• 2 fans

Wireless Connectivity

The VEP1445 supports:

• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• 802.11ac
• 2×2 MIMO
• Maximum PHY rate of 866.7 Mbps

Wireless connectivity is available only on:

• VEP1445

and not on the VEP1445N.

VEP1485 / VEP1485N

The VEP1485 and VEP1485N provide the highest processing and memory configuration listed within the VEP 1405 family.

Processor

The platform uses:

• Intel Atom Denverton C3958
• 16 cores

Storage

The configuration includes:

• 240GB M.2 SSD
• 16GB eMMC flash

Memory

• 32GB RAM

Networking

The platform provides:

• 6 x 1GbE ports
• 2 x 10GbE SFP+ ports

Cooling

• 2 fans

Wireless Connectivity

The VEP1485 supports:

• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• 802.11ac
• 2×2 MIMO
• Maximum PHY rate of 866.7 Mbps

Wireless connectivity is available only on:

• VEP1485

and not on the VEP1485N.

Dell VEP 1405 Model Comparison

VEP1425 / 1425N

• CPU: Denverton C3558
• Processor cores: 4
• Storage: 120GB M.2 SSD
• eMMC: 16GB
• Memory: 8GB
• Networking: 6 x 1GbE + 2 x 10GbE SFP+
• Fans: 1
• WiFi/Bluetooth: Available on VEP1425 only

VEP1445 / 1445N

• CPU: Denverton C3758
• Processor cores: 8
• Storage: 240GB M.2 SSD
• eMMC: 16GB
• Memory: 16GB
• Networking: 6 x 1GbE + 2 x 10GbE SFP+
• Fans: 2
• WiFi/Bluetooth: Available on VEP1445 only

VEP1485 / 1485N

• CPU: Denverton C3958
• Processor cores: 16
• Storage: 240GB M.2 SSD
• eMMC: 16GB
• Memory: 32GB
• Networking: 6 x 1GbE + 2 x 10GbE SFP+
• Fans: 2
• WiFi/Bluetooth: Available on VEP1485 only

Why Choose CITS for Dell Virtual Edge Platform 1405?

CITS provides enterprise IT infrastructure solutions across networking, switching, storage, security, wireless, cabling, servers, and hyperconverged infrastructure.

For organizations deploying the Dell Virtual Edge Platform 1405 for SD-WAN, branch virtualization, or other edge networking requirements, CITS can help evaluate the appropriate VEP configuration and integrate it with the wider enterprise network environment.

With experience across Dell networking solutions and enterprise IT infrastructure, CITS can support businesses in building reliable and manageable edge architectures that connect with their existing switching, security, storage, and data center infrastructure.

Compact uCPE for SD-WAN and Edge Networking

The Dell Networking Virtual Edge Platform 1405 provides an open and compact uCPE platform for organizations deploying VNFs and SD-WAN services in smaller locations.

With Intel Atom C-3000 Denverton processor options from 4 to 16 cores, six 1GbE copper ports, two 10GbE SFP+ interfaces, DDR4 ECC memory, M.2 SATA storage, TPM 2.0, QAT support, Linux compatibility, KVM and VMware ESXi hypervisor support, and optional WiFi and Bluetooth on selected models, the VEP 1405 family provides flexible options for modern branch and edge network deployments.