Enhanced Data Path

NSX Enhanced Data Path (EDP) is a virtualized networking stack, targeted for NFV workloads that require higher performance than regular workloads. EDP uses the DPDK Poll Mode driver and improves packet rate and latency significantly.

On an ESXi host, configure a vSphere Distributed Switch in NSX in the EDP mode. Both VLAN and Overlay traffic are supported in the EDP mode. NSX EDP also appears as Enhanced Network Stack (ENS). Several aspects must be considered to guarantee that the obtained performance is as high and deterministic as possible.

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The recommended EDP mode for NFV workloads on NSX is Enhanced Data Path - Performance.