Audience
Organizations requiring a solution to manage the network connections between their on-premises environments and AWS
About AWS Direct Connect
AWS Direct Connect is a cloud service that establishes a dedicated network connection between your on-premises infrastructure and AWS, bypassing the public internet to deliver consistent, low-latency performance. This direct link enhances application performance and can reduce networking costs through lower data transfer rates. With connection speeds ranging from 50 Mbps up to 400 Gbps, AWS Direct Connect offers flexibility to meet diverse bandwidth requirements. It supports multiple encryption options, including MACsec for point-to-point encryption on higher-speed connections and AWS Site-to-Site VPN for IPsec-based security, ensuring data protection during transit. The service also features AWS Direct Connect SiteLink, enabling private, end-to-end network connections between your global offices, data centers, and colocation facilities, facilitating efficient data transfer across your network. Deployment options include dedicated connections directly from AWS.
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Pricing
Starting Price:
$0.30 per hour
Integrations
Company Information
Amazon
Founded: 1994
United States
aws.amazon.com/directconnect/
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Product Details
Platforms Supported
Cloud
On-Premises
Training
Documentation
Webinars
In Person
Videos
Support
Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online
AWS Direct Connect Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does AWS Direct Connect work with?
AWS Direct Connect works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does AWS Direct Connect support in their product?
AWS Direct Connect supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does AWS Direct Connect offer?
AWS Direct Connect offers support via phone support, 24/7 live support, and online.
Q: What other applications or services does AWS Direct Connect integrate with?
AWS Direct Connect integrates with: AWS Launch Wizard, AWS Marketplace, AWS Transit Gateway, Amazon Web Services (AWS), MasterDC, and Neyox.
Q: What type of training does AWS Direct Connect provide?
AWS Direct Connect provides training in the form of documentation, webinars, in person, and videos.
Q: How much does AWS Direct Connect cost?
Pricing for AWS Direct Connect starts at $0.30 per hour.
