Ethernet Virtual Private Line

Ethernet Virtual Private Line (EVPL) is a business-to-business service that provides a secure, point-to-multipoint (P2MP) network connection for connecting multiple office locations. It operates over a shared infrastructure but uses virtual local area networks (VLANs) to keep each customer's traffic separate and private, like a dedicated line. This allows businesses to efficiently connect their local area networks (LANs) for high-bandwidth applications while benefiting from the flexibility and scalability of Ethernet. 

Key features and benefits

• Point-to-multipoint connectivity: Unlike a standard point-to-point Ethernet private line (EPL), EVPL allows a single hub location to connect to multiple spoke locations.

• Scalable bandwidth: Businesses can choose port speeds ranging from 10 Mbps to 1000 Mbps (1 GigE) and higher, with the ability to scale up as needed.

• Native Ethernet: The service uses native Ethernet handoff, eliminating the need for protocol conversion and simplifying integration with existing network equipment.

• Security: VLANs are used to create private, closed user groups, ensuring that traffic from one customer cannot be accessed by another.

• Cost-effective: It offers a more economical way to connect multiple sites compared to a dedicated physical line for each connection.

• Flexibility: It supports various applications, such as connecting data centers in a hub-and-spoke model, internet access, and IP/VPN access. 

Common Applications

• Connecting branch offices to a corporate data center

• Aggregating Ethernet traffic

• Providing secure, high-speed access to IP-VPNs and cloud services

• Database replication and data sharing across multiple sites

• Business continuity and disaster recovery solutions