Network Interconnection
Peering with GridMetro
Connect your network to GridMetro's carrier-grade backbone infrastructure. We maintain an open peering policy through exchanges and selective direct peering for qualified networks.
Our Peering Policy
Open through exchanges, selective otherwise
Public Peering
Open policy at Internet exchanges
GridMetro maintains an open peering policy at all public Internet exchanges where we have a presence. We welcome peering with any network operator at these locations.
- No traffic requirements
- Settlement-free interconnection
- Available at all IX locations
Private Peering
Selective direct interconnection
For private network interconnection (PNI), we evaluate requests on a case-by-case basis. Direct peering provides dedicated capacity and lower latency for high-volume traffic exchange.
- Minimum 1 Gbps capacity required
- Settlement-free basis
- Available at GridColo facilities
Peering Requirements
Technical and operational criteria for peering with GridMetro
Technical Requirements
- Valid ASN (Autonomous System Number)
- Publicly routable IP address space
- BGP-4 routing capability
- 24/7 NOC contact information
- Up-to-date PeeringDB record
Private Peering Criteria
- Minimum 1 Gbps port capacity
- Mutually beneficial traffic exchange
- Presence at common facility
- Operational maturity and stability
- Commitment to settlement-free peering
Ready to Peer?
Contact our network operations team to discuss peering opportunities and establish interconnection with GridMetro's backbone network.