This chapter describes virtual in-path deployments and summarizes the basic steps for configuring an in‑path, load-balanced, Layer-4 switch deployment.

This chapter includes the following sections:

This chapter provides the basic steps for configuring one type of virtual in-path deployment. It does not provide detailed procedures for all virtual in-path deployments. Use this chapter as a general guide to virtual in-path deployments.

For information about the factors you must consider before you design and deploy the SteelHead in a network environment, see Choosing the Right SteelHead Model.