Cross Connect Solutions
Secure, low-latency, physical point-to-point links that connect you directly to our premier ecosystem of providers.
MW Capacity
Carriers & ISPs
Eyeball Network
Uptime Since Launch
24/7
Expert Support
Scale Through Connectivity.
Our Cross Connect services allow you to minimise latency by establishing direct links within our Meet-Me-Room (MMR).
Unmatched Performance
Achieve ultra-low latency and high-bandwidth throughput by localising your data exchange.
Free IXP Cross Connections
We offer free cross connect to 2 internet exchange points, allowing you to exchange domestic traffic locally and slash transit costs.
Rapid Deployment
Our professional team ensures a 48-hour installation turnaround, providing the agility your business demands.
Uncompromising Security
Direct physical cabling within our secure facility removes the risks of the open internet, ensuring your data exchange is protected.
FAQ
What is a cross connect in a data centre?
A cross connect is a secure, physical point-to-point cable link that directly connects two parties' equipment within the same data centre, without routing traffic over the public internet. Rack Centre's Cross Connect service provides low-latency, high-bandwidth links within its Meet-Me-Room.
What is a Meet-Me-Room (MMR)?
A Meet-Me-Room (MMR) is a dedicated space within a data centre where carriers, cloud providers, and enterprises physically connect their equipment via cross connects. Rack Centre's MMR serves as the central point where businesses establish direct links to its ecosystem of 73+ carriers and ISPs.
How does a cross connect reduce latency?
A cross connect provides a direct physical link between two points within the same facility, eliminating the extra network hops and distance data would otherwise travel over the public internet. This localised data exchange at Rack Centre helps businesses achieve ultra-low latency and higher bandwidth throughput.
Are cross connects into the Internet Exchange free at Rack Centre?
Yes. Rack Centre provides free IXP cross connections, removing a common cost barrier for businesses that want to peer or connect directly within the Internet Exchange hosted on-site.
How quickly can a cross connect be deployed?
Rack Centre offers rapid deployment for cross connects, allowing businesses to establish direct physical links to their chosen partners or providers without lengthy provisioning delays.
Is a cross connect more secure than a standard internet connection?
Yes. A cross connect is a dedicated physical link isolated from the shared public internet, reducing exposure to external threats. Rack Centre's Cross Connect service is built with uncompromising security as a core feature, suited for businesses handling sensitive or high-value data.
Who typically uses cross connects — enterprises, carriers, or both?
Cross connects are used by carriers, cloud providers, and enterprises alike to establish direct, dedicated links to partners, service providers, or internet exchanges within the same facility. At Rack Centre, cross connects support connections across its full ecosystem of 73+ carriers and ISPs.
What's the difference between a cross connect and peering?
A cross connect is a direct physical cable link between two specific parties, while peering is the broader practice of exchanging traffic with multiple networks at an internet exchange point. Rack Centre offers both: dedicated Cross Connect links within its Meet-Me-Room, and free cross connections into the Internet Exchange for peering.
Can I use a cross connect to link directly to a cloud provider?
Yes. Cross connects can be used to establish direct, low-latency links to cloud providers hosted within the same facility, bypassing the public internet for faster and more reliable cloud access.
How reliable is Rack Centre's Cross Connect infrastructure?
Rack Centre's Cross Connect service runs on infrastructure that has maintained 100% uptime since 2013, supported by 13.5MW of power capacity and 24/7 expert support.
Why would a business choose a cross connect over standard internet transit?
A cross connect offers dedicated bandwidth, lower latency, and greater security than shared public internet transit, since data travels over a private physical link rather than through multiple third-party networks. Businesses seeking consistent, high-performance connectivity to specific partners or providers typically choose cross connects for this reason.
How many providers can I reach through Rack Centre's Meet-Me-Room?
Rack Centre's Meet-Me-Room provides access to its ecosystem of 73+ carriers and ISPs, along with cloud providers and internet exchange points, all within a single carrier-neutral facility.
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