Virtual Connections

A connection is the primary object connecting two endpoints, such as a ports, Networks, Network Edge devices or Fabric Cloud Routers.

Benefits

Virtual connections help you by allowing on-demand connectivity to the services you need. It is easy to make virtual connections with a few clicks in the Fabric Portal.

  • Bypass the public internet and reduce security threats and attack surfaces

  • Reach global markets across our expanding multitude of locations

  • Simplify how you interconnect to thousands of service providers

  • Connect via APIs for automated provisioning

  • Utilize low-latency private connections running over a purpose-built Layer 2 network

  • Interconnect physical and virtual infrastructure

Components include: ports, networks, and service profiles. For more information, see Technical Components.

Pricing and Billing

See Virtual Connections in Pricing and Billing for more information on Equinix Fabric pricing and billing scenarios.