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Qwest Metro Optical Ethernet - QC
If you are interested in making this product available to your customers,
find out more about becoming a member of the Qwest Business Partner Program.
Qwest Metro Optical Ethernet (MOE) - QC service combines the power of Ethernet
and optical technologies across metropolitan area networks (MANs) to provide
scalable and secure bandwidth at a low relative cost. Qwest MOE - QC provides
local area network (LAN)-to-LAN connectivity between two or more of your locations
within a metro area. The Qwest MOE - QC solution is based on distributed Layer
2 switching and shared transport data bandwidth. MOE is suitable for data applications
that include:
Data file transfer
Internet access
Off-site data storage and access to hosting
Outsource mail and file server service
Outsource application service
Benefits
Cost effective
Qwest MOE - QC bandwidth can be less expensive than traditional
time division multiplexing services. You may reduce your total cost of ownership
by eliminating
the need for specialized wide area network (WAN) support expertise, reducing
the cost of WAN equipment with lower cost Ethernet switches and routers,
and consolidating server/facilities. Lastly, it may also increase your
productivity by enabling virtual work groups across a metropolitan area.
Flexible
Scalable bandwidth increments mean you only pay for what you need.
And, you can take advantage of speeds up to one full Gigabit.
Reliable
Qwest provides a 99.95 percent service level availability (SLA) goal
in its Qwest MOE - QC SLA.
Why Qwest?
Qwest MOE - QC delivers familiar Ethernet technology to your location, enabling
you to simplify your networks and potentially reducing costs. Qwest MOE -
QC provides seamless integration of LANs across multiple locations without
investment in new equipment or expertise. Using virtual LANs, Qwest can connect
multiple customer sites and maintain complete traffic separation and security
for each customer’s data.
Qwest MOE - QC provides one or both of the following services depending upon
your needs:
Stand-alone LAN-to-LAN connectivity between two or more locations within
a metropolitan area
Ethernet local access for other select Qwest products
Qwest Metro Optical Ethernet is available to business customers in AZ, CO, IA, ID, MN, MT, ND, NE, NM, OR, SD, UT, WA and WY. Minimum 1-year commitment required. Early termination charges may apply. Rates vary depending on speed and term commitment selected. Installation charge may apply. Additional equipment may be required.
