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Network Edge 2022.3 is available June 13, 2022. This release includes the new Solution Builder feature, the addition of the NGINX Plus Load Balancer, the ability to create a single BYOC untagged connection to an existing port, and the elimination of subscription licensing for resellers.Solution BuilderDesign your Interconnection solution with the new Solution Builder. Drag and drop your Network Edge and Equinix Fabric connections into a solution diagram, then generate and download a cost estimate for your end-to-end solution. In the current phase of this limited release, you can select a single network virtual device and a single connection to a service provider. See Solution Builder for more information. NGINX Plus Load BalancerF5's NGINX Plus is now available in the Equinix Marketplace. This is the first load balancer offered on Network Edge, expanding the device types available to include SD-WAN, firewall, router, and load balancer. NGINX Plus can be used in conjunction with existin

Equinix Fabric 2022.3 release in June includes the Quick Connect to GCP feature, A-Side tokens for your customers to connect to their own assets, and the inclusion of Cable IDs when selecting a port and when searching your port inventory.Quick Connect to Google Cloud Platform (GCP)You can now obtain a GCP pairing key and create a connection all from within the Fabric portal. Create an L2 connection in Equinix Fabric without logging in to the GCP portal to create the Google service key.A-Side Service Tokens for Connecting to SelfAs an Equinix Fabric partner, you can now offer your customers service tokens to connect from your service to their own assets over Fabric.  Cable IDThe unique Cable ID is visible now when searching Port Inventory or selecting a Fabric port when creating a connection.Learn more about Equinix Fabric on Docs and Readiness!

Equinix Customer Portal Improves CX Latest ECP release provides increased visibility and more self-service options The latest Equinix Customer Portal (ECP) release is making it even easier for customers to access the Equinix Support Center and to request a callback from Support in their local language. To enhance the ordering experience, Patch Panels can be ordered independently and Master Admins can see indicators of full credit holds for an IBX. With the new ECP release, customers will enjoy even more self-service options and increased visibility. Read on to learn more about the enhancements included in the latest release. Access the Equinix Support Center from ECP Customers can now use the new Support Center card on the ECP home page or the always-present Support link in the upper right corner. This speeds up creating Support Cases for Equinix Fabric, Network Edge and Equinix Precision Time from within the ECP Support Center. Request a Callback Customer

Hey Community! Don't miss out on this upcoming tech talk! Check out the events page to register.  Banish Supply Chain Issues with a Resilient Digital Ecosystem Tech Talk #22June 29, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. PTLearn how a digital ecosystem strategy helps you improve supply chain transparency, protect against supply disruption and tame internet-related vulnerabilities.Led by Viedhyaa Lokande, Senior Solutions Architect and Theo van Andel, Digital Strategy Lead for Manufacturing, you’ll learn how to: • Create a resilient digital ecosystem • Leverage Equinix Fabric to connect your ecosystems • Optimize access to IaaS, cloud and SaaS providers • Solve material shortages with sustainability in mind • Personalize and servitize products

Is it possible to use my own portal to establish Fabric virtual connections?

Is there a way to enable encryption on an Equinix Fabric port?

What is the SLA for Fiber Connect?

What is Equinix Fiber Connect?

What is Metro Connect?

What media types are available for Cross Connects?

How long is the Network Edge free trial?

What is the SLA for Equinix Fabric?

Do I need to order a new Fabric port in order to upgrade my existing Standard Connection Package to the Unlimited Connection Package or can my existing port be upgraded?

What is Equinix Connect?

How do I modify or cancel a Smart Hands order?

How do I view the status of a Smart Hands order?

Where is Smart Hands available?

What is a building management system (BMS)?

What is the relation of DCIM with Equinix? 

Why does Equinix Connect use burst billing? Are traffic caps available? 

What components are involved in Equinix Connect pricing? 

What protocols are supported with Equinix Connect? 

Can I choose between bringing my own IP addresses or requesting them from Equinix? 

Does Equinix Connect use more than one ISP at each metro? 

Can I use IPv4 and IPv6 addressing with Equinix Connect?