How BGP Colocation Works

Your Location MultihopIX BGP Multi-hop Private VLAN Isolated Network Secure Partner DC Boston Direct Your Rack Colocation Space

Your BGP subnets route through isolated private VLANs directly to your colocation equipment

Host your own equipment in our partner datacenter in Boston with seamless multi-hop BGP integration. Your subnets route directly to your servers through isolated private VLANs, combining the flexibility of colocation with the simplicity of MultihopIX BGP.

⚠️ Requirement: Active MultihopIX BGP Service

Colocation services are exclusively available to MultihopIX BGP customers with their own IP subnets. You must have an active BGP peering session before ordering colocation space.

Colocation Options

Per U Colocation

$ /month
  • 1U-4U of rack space
  • 1A-4A @ 120V power
  • 10Gbps network port
  • Private VLAN included per customer
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10U+

$$$ /month
  • 10U of rack space
  • 10A @ 120V power
  • 10Gbps network port
  • Private VLAN included per customer
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Technical Specifications

Partner Locations Boston, Massachusetts Charlotte, North Carolina Freemont, CA
Redundancy Automatic Redundant Sessions Free
Power Redundant A+B feeds, 120V/208V
Network Private VLAN, isolated from other customers
Connectivity 1Gbps or 10Gbps ports available
BGP Integration Direct routing from MultihopIX sessions and non-multihop BGP

Why Choose BGP Colocation?

Traditional colocation requires complex BGP setup, expensive cross-connects, and direct relationships with transit providers. MultihopIX BGP colocation simplifies everything:

Traditional Colocation

Complex BGP setup with multiple providers

Expensive cross-connect fees ($200-500 each)

Requires on-site router configuration

Multiple vendor relationships to manage

Public VLAN with security concerns

MultihopIX BGP Colocation

Your existing BGP session works instantly

No cross-connect fees, private VLAN included

Subnets route automatically to your equipment

Single vendor for BGP and colocation

Isolated private VLAN for security

Ready to Colocate with your Own ASN?

Contact us to discuss your colocation needs and BGP integration

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Need Colocation Without MultihopIX?

If you need traditional colocation services without BGP integration, visit our partner Axcelx for standard datacenter colocation in Boston.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a MultihopIX customer first?

Yes, colocation services are only available to active MultihopIX BGP customers with their own IP subnets. You must have at least a /24 IPv4 block and active BGP peering before ordering colocation.

How does the private VLAN work?

We create isolated private VLANs that connect your MultihopIX BGP routing directly to your rack space. Your traffic never touches public networks within the datacenter, ensuring complete isolation and security.

Can I visit the datacenter?

Yes, you have 24/7 access to the facility with advance notice. We require security check in and escort for first time visits.

Is there a setup fee?

No, less friction for you and your customers.