Fabric Cloud Connect for June 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Customers can now order virtual connections with bandwidths up to 25 Gbps in the following metros: Istanbul, Turkey (IL) Lisbon, Portugal (LS) Equinix and AWS have enabled 25 Gbps (the highest hosted connection tier available) in 27 of the 41 Equinix Fabric metros with local AWS Direct Connect on-ramps. Get Started with Equinix Fabric If you'd like more information on connecting your business to the cloud, visit our service provider search tool or product documentation site for service availability, feature descriptions, and deployment considerations.Simplify Multicloud Networking and Be AI-Ready with AWS
Tune in as I unlock the potential of multicloud networking in our latest discussion with AWS Sr. Product Manager, Nathan Spitler. In this video, you'll discover the key benefits of multicloud networking, including reduced latency, improved security, and cost efficiency. Learn more about Fabric Cloud Router with AWS Direct Connect
Connecting Fabric Cloud Router to AWS and Azure
In this video, we'll show you how to Create a Fabric Cloud Router, create a connection to AWS, create a connection to Microsoft Azure, and then run a ping test between those two virtual machines running in the cloud environments. This step-by-step demo shows how quickly you can create a Fabric Cloud Router, and then with the help of Quick Connect for AWS and Azure, connect the router with Virtual Machines at Equinix. And finally, how to test the new connections. Create connections using Fabric Cloud Router in the Fabric portal: https://fabric.equinix.com/
Create a Fabric Cloud Router on AWS Marketplace
Learn how to set up an Equinix Fabric Cloud Router (FCR) on AWS from start to finish, even if you’re new to the platform. Katie guides you step-by-step, starting with signing up for the FCR trial on the AWS Marketplace, where she shows how to locate the listing, complete a brief form, and finalize your account setup using the information provided by AWS and Equinix. Once signed in, she demonstrates how to create a cloud router by selecting a location, entering the subscription key, and configuring the router with the standard trial package. Finally, she walks through creating a secure, dedicated connection between FCR and AWS, showing you how to set up and manage a Direct Connect link seamlessly. By the end, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to establish a robust connection between your Equinix Fabric Cloud Router and AWS. Learn more about Fabric Cloud Router. 🤝 Join the Conversation: We value your feedback! Drop a comment below with your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for future video topics.
Exploring AWS Hybrid Cloud Solutions with Equinix
This webinar is hosted by Ramesh Krishnam, WW BD/GTM Specialist from Amazon Web Services (AWS), Gene McColm, Principal Solutions Architect from Equinix and Mike Matchett, CEO and Analyst at Small World Big Data. Together, they will discuss the latest in hybrid cloud technologies and the benefits of combining the power of AWS with Equinix's cutting-edge infrastructure. Learn about the advantages of hybrid cloud solutions, how they enhance scalability, flexibility, and security, and the unique value propositions offered by this partnership. Whether you're a cloud enthusiast or an enterprise decision-maker looking for the next leap in digital transformation, this webinar has something valuable for you. Key topics we will cover: Introduction to AWS Hybrid Cloud Solutions The role of Equinix in hybrid cloud infrastructure Optimizing cloud strategies for enterprises Real-world use cases and success stories
Quick-to-deploy connections for multicloud workloads?
Equinix Fabric® Cloud Router with AWS Direct Connect on AWS Marketplace provides low-cost, quick-to-deploy connections for multicloud workloads. Learn how Equinix & Amazon Web Services (AWS) are making it quick & easy to access multicloud networking services. Check out the press release
Containerd, Docker, and Finch with Phil Estes, AWS
In this video, Steve Martinelli from Equinix interviews Phil Estes, a Principal Engineer at AWS. They discuss Phil’s background in software development and his involvement in open-source projects, particularly in the container runtime world. Phil talks about his work on Docker, Containerd, and a new project called Finch, which provides a wrapper for container runtime tools. They also discuss the adoption of Containerd and the reasons why many managed Kubernetes services switched from Docker to Containerd. Phil shares his favorite open-source moments and mentions upcoming speaking engagements. He encourages people to try out Finch and provides information on where to learn more about the project.
Designing Cloud Connectivity for High Availability & Resiliency with AWS
In this short Tech Talk, we'll review how to design network access to AWS for high availability and resiliency to ensure your connectivity is available when you need it most. Our experts Dhanil Parwani, Senior Partner Solutions Architect at AWS and Gene McColm, Principal Solutions Architect at Equinix will explain how to: Achieve resiliency with your network deployment of AWS Direct Connect Solve challenges and risks of having a single connection to AWS Discover the benefits of designing for high availability vs resiliency Gain maximum resiliency for critical workloads Manage between cloud regions for data residency and compliance Become geo-resilient across multiple global metros
