We ensure the performance of important applications across your WAN (wide area network), giving you access to guarantees on uptime, packet loss and latency. You can also choose from a wide range of access methods.
MPLS (Multi Protocol Label Switching) is secure, scalable and manageable. It offers six levels of QoS to ensure latency-sensitive traffic, such as voice and video, are prioritised across the network.
An MPLS-based IP VPN is a great way to improve performance and security when you’re already running a WAN using point-to-point circuits or an internet-based VPN.
The advantages of MPLS IP VPN
An MPLS has many advantages over other competing methods. The table below shows a comparison of the key features.
- Table of Features
- Key Features
- Key Benefits
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Feature
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MPLS
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Point to Point Mesh
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IPSec over internet
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QoS
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Yes – already enabled on core network
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No
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No
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Security
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Traffic separation on core shared network
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No shared network
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IPSec tunnel across public internet
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SLAs
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Guarantees for uptime, bandwidth, latency and packet loss
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Guarantee for uptime
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None
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Scalability
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Sites can be added or removed from the network quickly. Only single tail circuit required
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Multiple circuits required for each site giving longer lead times
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Sites can be added or removed quickly
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Management
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CPE and network fully managed by provider
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CPE and network normally managed by customer
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CPE managed by customer. Network cannot be managed
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6 levels of QoS
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International options
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Wide range of access methods including uncontended ADSL and Ethernet
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Multiple VPNs
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Wide range of resilience options
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SLAs
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Scalable - new sites are easily added because the underlying IP technology supports any-to-any connectivity
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QoS – voice calls will not be delayed by applications such as Citrix or SAP, which can be prioritised over email or general web browsing
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Network Management - our Customer Network Operation Centre (CNOC) is a virtual extension of your IT department. 24/7 pro-active network monitoring frees your IT department to focus on your core business.
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Reporting - statistics will be obtained directly from your network and reviewed regularly to ensure you’re always getting the most from your IP VPN
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Future proofed – new features and benefits can be seamlessly added to ensure the network meets your needs today and tomorrow
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