An IX (Internet Exchange) allows networks to interconnect on an open-access ethernet fabric -- providing low-latency, high-bandwidth, cost-effectively, in a locale.
Networks can exchange traffic faster and better. ISPs, transit providers, DNS services, and content networks will congregate -- it is sensible to interconnect locally with high-bandwidth at low-latency.
Traffic exchange is facilitated by BGP (Border Gateway Protocol). Networks must have an AS (Autonomous System) number to announce their routes to each other. A looking glass shows the routes carried.
SpokaneIX switches are located at 3 sites: US Bank Building (Neutron Suite), TierPoint Spokane, and IonSwitch Coeur d'Alene. Visit Locations for more info.
There are no mandatory recurring membership or port fees, but we require a SFP optic or a one-time install fee. SpokaneIX was built by volunteers upon donations. Please consider contributing.
Please read the FAQ and if this is suitable extend your network into a SpokaneIX location and we will connect you. Please direct questions to info@spoix.net. Inquiries will be held confidential.