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Jan 20, 2010
The presence of AboveNet in Equinix's U.S. centers provides existing Equinix customers with direct access to a top global infrastructure services provider. AboveNet operates a global Tier 1 optical IP network, as well as a variety of digital communications infrastructure services, including a metropolitan area fiber network, Ethernet and managed services. By operating within the same center as AboveNet, Equinix IBX participants will be able to quickly and easily establish relationships with the provider.
“We have enjoyed a long and successful relationship with Equinix, and this new deployment in New York marks a significant milestone in that collaboration,” said AboveNet Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing John �Joc' Jacquay. “Equinix's centers offer an opportunity to make our services available nationwide to a large audience of enterprises, content companies and networks already operating within Equinix's centers. As the demand for carrier Ethernet services continues to grow, we look forward to building out our Ethernet platform at Equinix.”
To enhance its exchange of data, or “peering,” with other Tier 1 networks, AboveNet is utilizing Equinix's global services delivery platform located in IBX data centers within major metro areas, such as Washington, D.C., Silicon Valley and Chicago. Peering is one way in which Internet traffic - from email to video - is exchanged among the backbone networks that make up the Internet. Through Equinix, AboveNet leverages the benefits of direct interconnection to a variety of networks, including some of the largest IP backbone networks.
“As Equinix has expanded operations in the U.S. and globally, AboveNet has increased its commitment to leveraging the marketplace that exists in our global IBX data centers,” said Jarrett Appleby, chief marketing officer for Equinix. “Our partnership with AboveNet offers a strong Tier 1 network and high bandwidth connectivity solution options for the community of IBX participants while offering AboveNet significant new revenue opportunities and a national infrastructure for Tier 1 peering and future carrier Ethernet needs.”
About Equinix
Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX) provides global data center services that ensure the vitality of the information-driven world. Global enterprises, content and financial companies, and network service providers rely upon Equinix's insight and expertise to protect and connect their most valued information assets. Equinix operates 45 International Business Exchange™ (IBX®) data centers across 18 markets in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.
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About AboveNet, Inc.
AboveNet, Inc. provides high-bandwidth connectivity solutions for business and carriers. Its private optical network delivers key network and IP services in and among top U.S. metro markets and globally. AboveNet's network is widely used in demanding markets such as financial services, media, health care, retail and government. For more information, visit: www.above.net.
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