Cloud Connectivity Overview

A PacketFabric cloud on-ramp directly connects a data center to one or more cloud service provider (CSP) networks. The benefits of using a cloud on-ramp include enhanced security and reliability, reduced latency, and cost savings.

You must first establish a physical interface with PacketFabric. This is a simple process that can be completed within minutes. This single interface can then be connected to multiple PacketFabric partner CSPs. For more information, see Create a Port.

Hosted

• Connect to a shared cloud provider port owned by PacketFabric. This means that multiple clients share physical interconnects between PacketFabric and the CSP.
• Best for variable bandwidth usage patterns, and rapid or unpredictable bandwidth growth. You are responsible for any port fees, and PacketFabric is responsible for the cross connect fee.
• Support for the following CSPs:
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Google Cloud Interconnect (Partner Interconnect)
  • Microsoft Azure
  • IBM Cloud
  • SalesForce
  • Markley
  • Webair

Dedicated

• Connect to a cloud provider port that you own. This means that no other clients can share that physical interconnect between PacketFabric and the CSP.
• Best for high bandwidth use cases, and for maximum control and security.
• You are responsible for any port fees charged by the cloud provider, as well as the cross connect fee in the provider facility.
• Support for the following CSPs:
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Google Cloud Interconnect (Dedicated Interconnect)
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Oracle

Hosted vs. Dedicated Feature Comparison