Azure ExpressRoute Bandwidth Options
Choosing the right bandwidth for your Azure ExpressRoute connection is critical for ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency for your hybrid cloud deployments. ExpressRoute offers a range of bandwidth options to suit diverse business needs, from smaller workloads to massive data transfers.
Understanding Bandwidth Tiers
ExpressRoute bandwidth is provisioned as a circuit. You can select from a variety of standard bandwidths, and for more demanding scenarios, dedicated bandwidth options are also available. The available speeds depend on your connectivity provider and the ExpressRoute Premium add-on.
Standard Bandwidth Options
- 50 Mbps
- 100 Mbps
- 200 Mbps
- 300 Mbps
- 400 Mbps
- 500 Mbps
- 1 Gbps
- 2 Gbps
- 5 Gbps
- 10 Gbps
These are common choices for many organizations, providing a good balance of performance and cost.
Premium Bandwidth (Requires Premium Add-on)
- 200 Mbps
- 300 Mbps
- 400 Mbps
- 500 Mbps
- 1 Gbps
- 2 Gbps
- 5 Gbps
- 10 Gbps
The Premium add-on unlocks higher bandwidth tiers and additional features like global connectivity and increased route tables.
Dedicated Bandwidth
For organizations with extremely high throughput requirements, dedicated bandwidth circuits can be provisioned beyond the standard offerings. This typically involves consultation with your ExpressRoute partner.
Considerations:
- Specific requirements
- Partner capabilities
- Custom pricing
Factors to Consider When Choosing Bandwidth
- Workload Requirements: Analyze the data transfer needs of your applications and services running in Azure.
- Number of Users: A higher number of concurrent users accessing cloud resources will necessitate greater bandwidth.
- Data Volume: For frequent large file transfers, backups, or disaster recovery operations, higher bandwidth is essential.
- Application Latency Sensitivity: While ExpressRoute offers low latency, sufficient bandwidth ensures data can be transmitted quickly without bottlenecks.
- Cost: Bandwidth costs are a significant component of ExpressRoute pricing. Balance performance needs with your budget.
- Future Growth: Plan for scalability. It's often easier and more cost-effective to provision slightly more bandwidth than you immediately need.
Key Features of ExpressRoute Bandwidth
- Dedicated Private Connection: Bypass the public internet for more reliable and predictable performance.
- Scalable Options: Easily scale your bandwidth up or down as your needs change.
- Global Reach: Connect to Azure regions worldwide with the Premium add-on.
- Predictable Performance: Ensure consistent throughput for critical applications.
Note: The exact bandwidth options and availability may vary based on your chosen ExpressRoute partner and geographical location. Always consult with your partner and the official Azure documentation for the most up-to-date information.
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