Nokia Collaborates with Zayo to Boost Connectivity Capabilities
Nokia and Zayo have joined forces to implement a cutting-edge IP network architecture that is set to revolutionize Zayo’s connectivity offerings. This collaboration aims to provide faster, more reliable, and scalable Internet services, while also bolstering Zayo’s support for advanced applications like cloud access, edge computing, and high-speed data center interconnections.
Zayo’s Network Expansion and Modernization
Zayo is in the process of revamping and expanding its global IP backbone, which already covers an impressive 19 million fiber miles and 147,000 route miles. With a network that connects 400 markets and over 1,500 on-net data centers globally, Zayo is enhancing its infrastructure to meet the evolving demands of digital connectivity.
Nokia’s Role in Transforming Zayo’s IP Architecture
By leveraging Nokia’s state-of-the-art IP router solutions, Zayo is transitioning to a more adaptable and scalable network architecture capable of accommodating increasing bandwidth requirements and emerging digital service needs across various industries. The deployment of Nokia’s FP5-based 7750 Service Router and 7250 Interconnect Router (IXR) is set to empower Zayo with the capability to provide 400G and 800G-capable services.
As Aaron Werley, Senior Vice President of Engineering at Zayo, aptly puts it, “By partnering with Nokia, we’re setting a new standard for what’s possible in fiber-based connectivity. The ability to rapidly expand our IP network to new buildings and markets allows us to respond swiftly to customer demands, a crucial aspect in today’s dynamic market.”
Jeff Valley, Vice President of IP Networks for CSPs at Nokia, echoes this sentiment by stating, “This collaboration with Zayo underscores our dedication to advancing connectivity and fostering new opportunities for digital transformation across various sectors. With our cutting-edge platforms and expertise in IP networks, we are enabling Zayo to deploy services faster, streamline operations, and lead the market with adaptable, future-proof infrastructure.”
Through the amalgamation of Zayo’s extensive fiber network and Nokia’s advanced IP technology, the partnership between the two companies is poised to establish a new performance benchmark for Internet infrastructure. This development is anticipated to accelerate the next phase of digital transformation in the cloud, edge, and enterprise domains, ushering in a new era of connectivity excellence.
