AMS-IX B.V.

Internet Peering

The Internet Peering VLAN is the most widely used exchange service. It is the common service on which the Internet Exchange is based and where public peering is done. The service offers access to the multitude of networks connected to the AMS-IX platform with only one connection - making it very cost-efficient.

Public peering is done by ISP's, carriers, content providers and the like to decrease network costs, improve performance and increase redundancy. -- More details on the Internet Peering VLAN service.

Special VLANs

Several active Closed User Groups exist on the AMS-IX platform. For Mobile  IP Interconnection there are the GRX and Inter-IPX services and the  MDX VLAN. Mobile operators and GRX providers connect to the worlds first mobile peering point to exchange mobile data roaming traffic.

For broadcasting traffic we have a Multicast VLAN service. For private peering we offer Private Interconnects over the platform.

Service levels

AMS-IX offers carrier grade service levels and reports key performance indicators on the quality of service online.

The AMS-IX engineering staff is well known for it's excellent knowledge, professional support service and first-rate reputation. The measured platform parameters and member/customer survey findings show their efforts.

Our guaranteed  SLA and general Service Description give you all the details.

Pricing

AMS-IX pricing is simple and straightforward. It is just a monthly portfee, no additional membership fees or install charges.  Prices are defined on cost-basis including planned investments for platform extentions and upgrades to secure business continuity. 

By offering this fair price with high quality service, 95% of AMS-IX members say they get excellent value for their money (member survey 2010). Find out about the port-prices and other price related details.