The New Zealand Internet Exchange Limited (NZIX Inc) is proud to announce a partnership with wholesale internet provider Chorus to provide EdgeConnect, a service enabling connection between NZIX exchange members anywhere across the Chorus ultrafast broadband (UFB) network.

The new EdgeConnect product will enable Chorus customers to communicate directly with other NZIX members on the same exchange, whether they are physically connected to NZIX exchange switches at the specific data centre or are other NZIX members connected via EdgeConnect. Chorus will appear as a single switch on the NZIX fabric, managed by Chorus.

To enable NZIX peering over Edge-Connect, New Zealand internet service providers and organisations will need to have:

• A current NZIX service or willingness to become an NZIX member
• Chorus customer status
• A Chorus NGA handover (ENNI)

There are NZIX and Chorus fees associated with the new Chorus EdgeConnect product. Information regarding charges and recurring fees can be found on our website.

Chorus EdgeConnect is now available on the Auckland Internet Exchange (AKL- IX). A date for availability of the new service at Christchurch (CHC-IX) will be confirmed shortly.

To enable NZIX peering over EdgeConnect, New Zealand internet service providers and organisations will need to have:

• A current NZIX service or willingness to become an NZIX member
• Chorus customer status
• A Chorus NGA handover (ENNI)

EdgeConnect is available on the Auckland Internet Exchange (AKL- IX) from 30 November 2020. A date for availability of the new service at Christchurch (CHC-IX) will be confirmed shortly.

More information about EdgeConnect can be found on our website or on the Chorus EdgeConnect product page.

NZIX are pleased to announce the commissioning of a new Netflix cache in Christchurch, thanks to the kind support of valued NZIX member Vocus Communications.

To opt-in to Netflix in CHC-IX, set a community of “63830:40027” on your routes towards the IX.

The Internet Association of Australia is looking for an experienced Peering Engineer to join their team and help to maintain and operate the Internet Exchange of Australia and the New Zealand Internet Exchange.

This unique role is based remotely, and they are currently taking applications from any major capital city in New Zealand or Australia.

You will be part of a small, dedicated team where your skills will have a real impact within the internet community. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on a range of systems and technologies, and be involved with exciting new projects.

Some of the key responsibilities will include:

• The provision and troubleshooting of Internet Peering Services
• Maintaining and monitoring of Internet Peering Networks
• Executing project work – new sites, migrations etc
• Identifying and providing input on improvements to networks and process
• Participating in a 24×7 on-call rotation

For more information about the role or for details on how to apply visit the Seek ad.

Applications close 5pm, Friday 31st January 2020.

NZIX has connected its first member on its 100G peering service in Auckland. Trustpower’s 100G port went live on June 27.  As one of New Zealand’s largest energy and telecommunications companies Trustpower will benefit from the greater capacity it can now offer its customers through this service.  

Trustpower’s decision to sign up to the 100G port is very timely, with internet traffic in the country certain to increase over the coming months due to the online demands placed on the network with the streaming of New Zealand’s favourite ‘national’ sport at this year’s Rugby World Cup, starting in September. The additional capacity offered by the 100G port will enable Trustpower to avoid hitting constraints on their peering points into the future.  

 “We are delighted to be NZIX’s first 100G peering customer,” says Ginny Buell, ISP Operations Manager at Trustpower.  

“With expectations for fast, high quality internet connections and the continual growth across the network, being able to offer quality coverage and better customer experience is crucial, especially during peak traffic times.”  

This momentous step follows the successful launch of 100G peering services by NZIX in June. NZIX is continuing to work to provide world class, cost effective peering option for its members  

“Upgrading all of our infrastructure to support 40G and 100G peering has been a huge project for NZIX and our biggest undertaking to date,” explains NZIX Treasurer, Dave Mill.  

“The upgrade has taken a lot of time and expense, so it is great to have Trustpower come on board as out first 100G peer in Auckland. There is still work to do but sometimes it’s nice to savour what has been achieved and today is one of those days.” 

For further information on peering with NZIX contact our Peering Team on peering@ix.nz or phone 09 888 9221.