Key Takeaway
Dan Irvin, CEO of 123NET, highlights the advantages of DET-iX in their data center, providing clients with immediate access to a robust peering ecosystem and reduced network costs. This unique Michigan facility combines powerful GPU capabilities with free peering, making it an attractive option for enterprises seeking enhanced compute performance and network efficiency. DET-iX, one of the largest fee-free internet exchanges globally, connects 85 members, including major companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Google, and has achieved traffic peaks exceeding 2.5 terabits per second, with port capacities reaching 400 gigabits per second.
“Having DET-iX within the data center provides our clients with immediate access to a robust peering ecosystem and a more direct route to end users,” states Dan Irvin, Founder and CEO of 123NET.
“It’s the only location in Michigan where substantial GPU power meets free peering, significantly reducing network costs compared to traditional colocation.”
By integrating DET-iX with its high-density data hall design, DC1 is positioned as a strategic hub for enterprises seeking to achieve both compute performance and network efficiency within a single environment.
A fee-free internet exchange with scale
DET-iX, located within DC1, is among the largest fee-free internet exchanges globally.
It connects 85 members, including Apple, Microsoft, and Google, and has recorded traffic peaks exceeding 2.5 terabits per second (Tbps), with port capacities reaching up to 400 gigabits per second (Gbps).
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