Technology
LINX operates two physically separate networks or switching platforms on different architectures using equipment from different manufacturers (Extreme Networks and Juniper Networks). These networks are deployed over ten locations, each connected by multiple 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections over fibre networks.
The ten locations are:
- Telehouse North
- Telehouse East
- TeleCity Harbour Exchange (8/9 - ex TeleCity)
- TeleCity Millharbour
- TeleCity Harbour Exchange (6/7 - ex Redbus)
- TeleCity Sovereign House
- TeleCity Meridian Gate (Memaco House)
- TeleCity Powergate
- Equinix London-4
- Interxion London City
Connecting is also possible from remote locations via the 'LINX from Anywhere' scheme via a range of layer 2 service/MPLS carriers.
Redundancy of the network is managed using rapid-failover protection mechanisms such as Foundry Metro Ring Protocol (MRP) and Extreme Ethernet Automatic Protection System (EAPS). These restore connectivity within tenths of a second in the event of the loss of a network segment.
In addition to the main peering infrastructure, LINX provides managed private interconnections (via Single Mode Fibre) between LINX members, and works with a number of fibre carriers to provide rapid connection between LINX members for private circuits. These PI circuits may be used for any purpose but are mainly intended for Private Peering arrangements between members. Private Peering is sometimes more appropriate for managing large flows of traffic between ISPs and/or Content Providers.
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