The LoadMaster 3500 is an advanced, 8 Gigabit-port server load balancing and Layer 7 content switching appliance with integrated ASIC-based SSL Acceleration. The LoadMaster intelligently and efficiently distributes Web traffic among Web servers so that your site's users get the best experience possible. The LoadMaster 3500 is an essential component of high availability, clustering and fault tolerance, all of which provide the infrastructure for reliable Internet sites and large corporate intranets.