Ethernet Service Providers – Get High Capacity Speed & Control

ETHERNET

High-performance connectivity for any network architecture.

Securely link data-centers, clouds, offices, branches, VPNs, and LANs in any configuration with dynamic flexibility and dedicated connections on CenturyLink’s high-speed global enterprise network.

ETHERNET

High-speed control plus expansive and flexible network access

Whether you need point-to-point, point-to-multipoint or multipoint-to-multipoint connectivity, CenturyLink has a turnkey Ethernet solution ready to go. Our E-Services portfolio simplifies the process of upgrading outdated equipment, connecting new locations, linking data centers, and migrating to cloud while offering the cost-effective flexibility of on-demand capacity and dynamic connectivity over our massive global enterprise network

Ethernet Services Datasheet

Manage increasing bandwidth demands without committing to excess bandwidth

Securely access mission-critical cloud applications with built-in threat protection

Improve reliability, cost effectiveness and visibility into your network performance

ETHERNET OPTIONS & FEATURES

MEF certified E-Line services with dedicated, point-to-point and point-to-multi-point configurations
MEF certified E-LAN any-to-any Ethernet connectivity that expand your secure, private network to any site
Flexible bandwidth options ranging from from 2 Gbps up to 6 Gbps
Up to 99.999% availability end-to-end with SLAs
Dynamic Connectivity offers 3X bandwidth scaling plus greater visibility and control¹
Services available in 300+ markets in 60 countries across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific

Comprehensive self-service portal with personalized dashboard, on-demand order capabilities, and robust reports and network tools
Easily connect customer sites with Cloud Service Providers
Turnkey solutions with CenturyLink Building Extensions² and Advanced Technical Solutions
Proactive monitoring and built-in threat protection plus 24/7/365 Network Operations Center (NOC) Support
Ideal for disaster recovery, high-performance centralized computing, data replication/storage/archiving, and internal voice and video conferencing

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#1 U.S. Ethernet Services Provider

For three years running, CenturyLink has earned the Vertical System Group's top ranking for U.S. Ethernet Service carriers.³We also won five 2018 Network Ethernet Excellence awards from MEF.⁴ Not bad, right?

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Dynamic, software-defined connectivity, capacity and control

Add on automated solutions to respond and adjust to changing business and bandwidth needs in real time for more granular visibility, pre-defined control over capacity and data-center-to-cloud connections and better cost and resource utilization.

Enhanced Management

Get visibility into network performance and utilization on an end-to-end, site-by-site basis.

Dynamic Capacity

Automatically flex bandwidth up to 3X on-demand to accommodate peak and unplanned traffic requirements.

Dynamic Connections

Add or remove connections between data-centers and cloud providers in real-time as needs evolve.

eGUIDE

Choosing the right Ethernet solution

From security to bandwidth availability, see the most important criteria for selecting an Ethernet provider.

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INFOGRAPHIC

How Ethernet fuels digital business innovation

See how Ethernet solutions are driving flexible network adaptivity and real-time business agility.

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How to put your Ethernet transformation in motion

Take an in-depth look at the factors that drive successful network transformations, including how to overcome common risks and challenges.

Assess bandwidth, governance and connectivity needs.
Navigate common legacy migration hurtles.
Improve control, performance and agility.

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¹Dynamic Capacity availability and other capabilities vary by location. Please check with your account representative for details.

² Only available in North America

³ 2019 U.S. Carrier Ethernet Services Leaderboard, Vertical Systems Group

⁴ Metro Ethernet Forum 2018 Network Ethernet Excellence Awards

E-LINE

Powerful point-to-point or point-to-multipoint connectivity

With the same security and reliability of a traditional private line service, CenturyLink E-Line offers dedicated high-bandwidth connectivity options in a range of scalable increments that improve flexibility and operational efficiencies for point-to-point (EPL or EVPL) and hub-and-spoke (EVPL) network configurations.

Ethernet Services Datasheet

Features & Capabilities	E-Line EPL	E-Line EVPL
Point-to-point	✔	✔
Point-to-multipoint (ideal for supporting remote sites via centralized data centers)		✔
Single Ethernet Virtual Connection (EVC) delivers bandwidth between two User Network Interfaces (UNIs)	✔	✔
Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) direct traffic across multiple EVCs		✔
Dedicated capacity for high priority traffic	✔	✔
Whole EVC gets same prioritization for simplicity	✔	✔
Fully transparent to pass wider variety of traffic types	✔	✔
Single Class of Service (CoS)	✔	✔

Features & Capabilities	E-Line EPL	E-Line EVPL
Port Speeds: 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 10 Gbps	✔	✔
Bandwidth Increments: 2 Mbps to 6 Gbps	✔	✔
Runs over a secure, private, layer 2 MPLS backbone	✔	✔
MEF CE 2.0 Certified	✔	✔
Available in 60 countries and 300+ markets worldwide in North America, Europe, and APAC	✔	✔
Up to 99.999% availability end-to-end with SLAs	✔	✔
Proactive threat protection, easy cloud connectivity, and 24/7 end-to-end support	✔	✔

Faster flexibility with software-defined networking

CenturyLink E-Line Service offers three add-on features that enable you to adjust your network to meet changing bandwidth and connectivity demands in real-time for greater control and cost efficiency.

Enhanced Management

Get visibility into network performance and utilization on an end-to-end, site-by-site basis.

Dynamic Capacity

Automatically flex bandwidth up to 3X on-demand to accommodate peak and unplanned traffic requirements.

Dynamic Connections

Add or remove connections between data-centers and cloud providers in real-time as needs evolve.

E-LAN

Simplified and secure anywhere-to-anywhere connectivity

E-LAN provides convenient and seamless local area network (LAN)-to-LAN connectivity between two or more locations without the need for specialized WAN expertise or costly, additional equipment. E-LAN services are ideal for enterprises with a global or regional scope that are looking to simplify network complexity, control and costs with a seamless and secure solution.

Ethernet Services Datasheet

Link multiple LAN types with high-capacity connectivity

Multipoint-to-multipoint connectivity to turn your company’s LANs into a unified WAN
EP-LAN provides dedicated bandwidth and VLAN transparency to support broader range of traffic types
EVP-LAN supports meshing remote locations with locations which require E-Line and Software Defined Networking (SDN)
Multi-Class of Service (CoS) allows you to prioritize network traffic to fit your networking application needs and adjust it without contacting CenturyLink
Scalable bandwidth increments (from 2Gbps to 6Gbps) let you pay for only what you need.
Full design, support and management eliminates the need for specialized WAN support expertise, helping reduce the cost of WAN equipment with lower cost Ethernet switches and routers and consolidate servers/facilities.
MEF CE 2.0 Certified carrier-grade service spanning over 60 countries and 300+ markets worldwide in North America, Europe, and APAC
Up to 99.999% availability end-to-end with SLAs

Faster flexibility with software-defined networking

CenturyLink E-LAN Service offers three add-on features that enable you to adjust your network to meet changing bandwidth and connectivity demands in real-time for greater control and cost efficiency.