RCN Metro offers carrier class Ethernet transport services including point-to-point private lines and multipoint WAN services. The services provide scalable bandwidth from 1.5 Mbps to 1 Gbps and are MEF certified for reliability. RCN Metro's Ethernet service allows customers to extend their LAN networks beyond their local buildings into the metro area and beyond in a cost effective and easily managed way.

1. Ethernet Service
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Carrier Class Ethernet Transport Service Features*
• Highly scalable and variable transport speeds from
LAN Extension and Private Line Services
• 1.5 Mbps to 1 Gbps
RCN Metro’s Ethernet Service combines the reliability and ubiquity
• MEF 9 and MEF 14 certified
of Ethernet with next-generation metro area transport technology.
• Resilient transport services for high reliability
The result is a service that delivers an efficient, fully restorable,
• Point-to-point private line service
easily managed network. Offering
• Point-to-multipoint WAN service
EPL, end-to-end dedicated service,
• Standards-based IEEE Ethernet service for layer 2 transport
EVPL, point-to-point service over
• Protocol transparent
shared access (UNI) bandwidth,
• 802.1Q VLAN and 802.1 QinQ tunneling supported
and E-LAN, multipoint-to-multipoint
• 24x7 network monitoring with multiple NOC’s
Layer 2 service over dedicated
*Not all features are available in all markets, please contact RCN to
access bandwidth, RCN Metro’s
determine availability
Ethernet Service enables you to
seamlessly extend your Ethernet
network beyond your local building
into the metro area and beyond.
Benefits
RCN Metro is one of the first • Variable bandwidth enabling you to fine-tune your network
providers to receive both Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) 9 and 14 needs at each location
certification to assure high quality and reliable Ethernet service. • Seamless interconnection with no additional equipment on your
premises
RCN Metro’s Ethernet Service enables extension of LAN
• No protocol conversion required ensuring interoperability
infrastructure for WAN connectivity, or allows point-to-point private
between LAN and MAN
line services. The Metro Ethernet solution provides dedicated
• Cost effective on both a cost per bit and cost per port basis
bandwidth to guarantee performance when you need it with rates
• Easier installation and management allow for rapid provisioning
starting at 1.5 Mbps ranging up to 1 Gbps. The natural flexibility
compared to other platforms
of Ethernet allows you to decide exactly how much bandwidth
• Delivered directly to you via Cat 5e wiring or fiber
you need to support your application now and in the future. The
• Predictable cost modeling for future network build outs
simplicity of Ethernet and RCN Metro’s custom design process
• Scalable for long term network evolution connectivity
delivers the bandwidth within your IT budget constraints.
RCN Metro’s private, diverse fiber network, along with optional
protected circuit design, provides a solution for business continuity
alternatives. Combining the Metro Ethernet service with connectivity
between metro areas offers a total solution for businesses with a
presence in multiple cities. RCN Metro monitors its service 24x7 to
ensure reliability and responsiveness.
Additional Services
SONET Service Custom Private Optical Networks Internet Service
Wavelength Service Network Management Service Colocation Service
For additional information please contact: sales@rcnmetro.com or (888) 750-0712

2. Te chnical S pe cifica t ions
Technical Specs Fast Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Network Technology Fast Ethernet over RCN Metro’s state-of-the-art Gigabit Ethernet over RCN Metro’s state-of-the-art
SONET network Switched Ethernet, SONET or DWDM optical network
Throughput 50/100 Mbps 1.544–1000 Mbps
Handoffs Category 5, RJ-45 Single mode or Multi mode fiber
Protection Unprotected handoff with full SONET protection on Unprotected handoff. Can be designed as single path
the RCN Metro network or diverse path
Network Management 24x7 monitoring and surveillance 24x7 monitoring and surveillance
Network Options Long-haul and metro configurations Long-haul and metro configurations
Availability Available at most on-net locations throughout the Available at most on-net locations throughout the RCN
RCN Metro network Metro network
A b o u t RC N M e t r o O pt i c a l N e t wo r k s
RCN Metro is a premier provider of high-capacity transport services for With a network leveraging unique rights-of-way, spanning from Maine
carriers as well as large and medium-sized businesses. RCN Metro offers to Virginia and out to Chicago, RCN Metro deploys custom solutions to
a comprehensive suite of services including: Ethernet, SONET, Wavelength service providers as well as companies in the finance, hospitality, media,
Services, Video Transport, Internet and more. The breadth of our service government, health care and education industries.
offering and our ability to combine them to deliver customized, cost-effective,
reliable solutions that are implemented and supported by dedicated client RCN Metro is a wholly owned division of RCN Corporation. To learn more
teams is what sets RCN Metro apart from the competition and makes us “The about RCN Metro, please visit our website, www.rcnmetro.com.
Smart Alternative” to the status quo.
55 Broad Street
New York, NY 10004
Toll Free 1-888-750-0712
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