IPv6 is the next-generation IP protocol. The Internet's explosive growth is limited by the number of IP addresses available under the previous IPv4 protocol. IPv6 increases the total number of available addresses by using a 128-bit addressing scheme instead of 32-bit addresses

As the number and types of different devices that need Internet connectivity increase, the need for addresses will also increase.

Benefits

• IPv6 makes configuration of new systems easy through its autoconfiguration process so developers can use IPv6 to support a large number of devices.

• Sun is a leader in IPv6, with engineers working on IPv6 taking the lead in the IETF standards process. Our customers depend upon Sun's networking expertise and reputation for reliability.