Uplinks play a central role in the colocation environment by establishing the connection between customer infrastructure and the global Internet or other networks. Choosing the appropriate uplink connector format and suitable bandwidth is essential for optimal network performance.
Uplink Options by Location
FRA1
- 1 Gig RJ45: Standard for basic network requirements.
- 10 Gig SFP+: Higher speed for more demanding applications.
- 40 Gig QSFP: For high-performance network applications.
FRA3
- 1 Gig RJ45: Basic connection for general network needs.
- 10 Gig SFP+: Enhanced speed for more complex network tasks.
- 25 Gig SFP+: Even higher speed for specialized applications.
- 40 Gig QSFP: Ideal for data-intensive applications.
- 100 Gig QSFP+: Maximum speed for extremely data-heavy applications.
Other Locations
- 1 Gig RJ45: Available as standard.
- 10 Gig SFP+: Also available as standard.
- Additional Options: Available upon special request.
Importance of Choosing the Right Uplink Format
Selecting the right uplink connector format and matching bandwidth is crucial for network performance. It's also important to have compatible network cards in your system. Not every network card supports all uplink formats or bandwidths. We therefore recommend checking your hardware’s compatibility in advance. We’re happy to assist—simply open a support ticket, and we’ll evaluate the compatibility for you to ensure that your infrastructure works seamlessly with our uplink options.
Conclusion
In a colocation environment, uplinks and their form factors are critical. Our various locations offer a wide range of options to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Choosing the right uplink connector format and ensuring compatibility with your networking hardware is essential for achieving optimal performance.