Redundant networks
Each server comes with 2 gigabits network cards, connected to 2 different switches
- Front-end 100mbps switch: this is for public access.
- Back-end 1000mbps switch: this is for internal access. Gigabit switch ports will help to get the best performance for our clustering systems. Also, for our internal managment including rsync backup, monitoring.
For the best performance, we utilize BGP network from multiple gigabits connections to Tier 1 bandwidth providers.
- NTT/Verio: was recently named the "Best International IP-VPN" service provider in the "User Survey Analysis: Best International Network Service Providers in Asia/Pacific 2007" issued by Gartner Inc., the world's largest IT research and advisory company. NTT provides information and communications technology (ICT) solutions worldwide with dedicated professionals stationed in 21 countries. Renowned as an IPv6 technology pioneer and managed service expert, NTT Com offers diverse high-quality IP, Web-based, and managed network solutions combining network management, security, ubiquitous, Web portals/engines, and global services. Its world-class Tier 1 Internet backbone and secure closed networks with over 98,000 MPLS ports, combined with the networks of partner companies around the world, connect more than 200 countries.
- Global Crosing: operates one of the world's largest and farthest reaching Tier-1 networks. Their extensive peering provides direct links to many of the largest Internet content sites with minimal network hops and best-in-class connectivity. They were recently ranked in the top 10 for global network providers in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.
- Level(3): was recently named as the #1 IP transit provider in both North America and Europe by Renesys Corp, an independent research firm. Level(3) operates one of the world’s largest, newest and most advanced Tier-1 telecommunications networks. The network spans 23,000 intercity route miles and serves the world's 10 largest phone companies, 10 largest Internet service providers, and 6 largest cable providers. They were also ranked in the top 10 globally for Asia-Pacific connectivity.
- AboveNet: provides fiber optical connectivity solutions for business and carriers. Its private optical network delivers key network and IP services in and among 14 top U.S. metro markets and London. AboveNet's network is widely used in demanding markets such as financial services, media, health care, retail and government.
