Virtual Cross Connects (Private Network Transport)

Scale your business with secure, rapidly deployable point-to-point Layer 2 connectivity across Iron Mountain's global data center ecosystem.

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What is Private Network Transport?

Private network transport delivers secure, dedicated point-to-point connectivity that's more reliable and predictable than public internet connections. At Iron Mountain Data Centers, we call our private network transport solution Virtual Cross Connects (VXCs). We provide a comprehensive suite of high-speed network services designed to meet your growing connectivity demands. Our rapidly deployable Layer 2 connectivity is available between our data centers, carrier hotels, strategic interconnection points, cloud providers, peering exchanges, and other data centers, all leveraging Iron Mountain's robust 100G network backbone.

Virtual Cross Connects (VXCs) are Layer 2 products that utilize Carrier Ethernet solutions to seamlessly transport traffic from the Meet-Me Room in one data center to any other partner facility. As you scale your data center footprint from single to multiple facilities, VXCs provide a quicker, easier, and more flexible solution compared to physical cross connects. Through our extensive data center ecosystem and SDN partnerships, you can deploy virtual connections to hundreds of locations worldwide.

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Iron Mountain Virtual Cross Connects Benefits

Enhanced security & performance

Private network transport offers superior security compared to public internet, with additional network-level isolation and more predictable performance for mission-critical applications.

Rapid scalability

Our virtual cross connects are rapidly scalable to meet evolving connectivity demands. Scale up your connections and extend your reach virtually without the time and complexity of physical infrastructure changes.

Flexible & configurable

Iron Mountain's private network transport solutions are tailored to fit your specific needs, offering both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint connectivity options. Our configurable network options ensure the right solution for your business.

Global reach

Connect between any Iron Mountain Data Center and extend your reach through our SDN partners to hundreds of additional locations. Access our rich ecosystem of carriers, cloud providers, and network partners.

Cost-effective

Reduce operational complexity with integrated billing, all on one sheet of paper, for space, power, and bandwidth.

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Full Network Suite

Cross Connects

Establish low latency, direct & private connections in our meet-me-rooms between your equipment and other networks, carriers, or cloud providers within our data centers. We offer flexible purchase models that enable you to stay connected to the networks of your choice, including month-to-month plans and committed-term options with monthly rates.

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Metro Wave

Extend your reach beyond your core data center with cost-effective optical capacity. Metro Wave enables connections to cloud providers, regional PoPs, strategic partners, carriers, peering exchanges and more across metro areas. Choose from either dedicated waves or unprotected waves for high-performance network services.

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Virtual Cross Connects

Achieve the benefits of physical cross connects through software-defined networking. Virtual cross connects, also known as Private Network Transport, provide flexible, on-demand connectivity that can be provisioned and modified quickly through our digital platform, perfect for dynamic network requirements and multi-cloud strategies.

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DIA & IP transit

Access enterprise-grade internet connectivity with our Direct Internet Access services. With guaranteed bandwidth, symmetrical upload and download speeds, and 24/7 technical support, our DIA solutions ensure your business maintains continuous, high-performance connectivity to the global internet, available in increments between 1 Gbps to 100 Gbps.

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Peering & internet exchanges

Optimize your network traffic and reduce costs with our Peering and Internet Exchange services. By establishing direct connections with content and service providers, you can bypass traditional transit providers, improving latency, controlling routing paths, and enhancing overall network efficiency.

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Cloud On-Ramp

Simplify your multi-cloud strategy with dedicated, secure connections to major cloud service providers. Our Cloud On-Ramp services deliver private, high-bandwidth links to AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and other platforms, enhancing performance while reducing the complexity and security concerns associated with public internet connections.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a Cross Connect and a Virtual Cross Connect?

Physical cross connects provide direct, physical cable connections within a single data center facility, while Virtual Cross Connects (VXCs) use software-defined networking to create Layer 2 connections that can span multiple data centers and locations. VXCs are part of our private network transport solution and offer greater flexibility, faster deployment, and easier scalability compared to physical cross connects.

Which networks and cloud providers can I access with Virtual Cross Connects?

Virtual Cross Connects can transport your data between all Iron Mountain Data Centers, carrier hotels, strategic interconnection points, cloud providers, peering exchanges, and hundreds of partner locations through our SDN partnerships. This network transport service includes major cloud platforms, carrier networks, and internet exchange points globally.

How does contracting work for Virtual Cross Connects?

Virtual Cross Connect private network transport services are offered with flexible contract terms and integrated billing with your colocation services. We can provide a single solution on a single contract for the connectivity solutions you need. Network transport pricing varies based on bandwidth requirements, destinations, and service level agreements. Our team works with you to structure contracts that meet your specific business needs and growth plans.

What bandwidth options are available for Private Network Transport?

We offer scalable bandwidth options ranging from 10G to 100G and beyond, depending on your requirements.

How quickly can Virtual Cross Connects be deployed?

One of the key advantages of Virtual Cross Connects is rapid deployment compared to physical infrastructure. Most VXC services can be deployed within days rather than weeks, allowing you to quickly adapt to changing business requirements and scale your network connectivity.

Are Virtual Cross Connects secure?

Yes, our private network transport solution provides enhanced security compared to public internet connections. They offer dedicated bandwidth, network-level isolation, and encrypted transport across our private network backbone, ensuring your data remains secure during transit between locations.