IBM DL

Connect to IBM DL through CloudHub

CloudHub provides a secure and fast way to connect directly to IBM Cloud Direct Link (IBM DL). Dedicated networks connect IBM Cloud services and customer resources to improve transmission quality, speed, security and reliability.

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Features of ‘IBM DL through CloudHub’

CloudHub service is provided in KINX data center, which is a location for IBM DL. KINX an official partner supporting IBM DL, provides the most outstanding IBM Direct Link service environment with CloudHub.

Shortest distance network connection
Connected directly to the IBM Direct Link Router from KINX IDC, which is an IBM location
Select the desired IDC
Selectable from Dogok, Gasan, Bundang, and Sangam IDCs, which are KINX IDCs in the metropolitan area
All-In-One service support
Provides expert supports in the entire processes including initial consulting, network configuration, and dedicated line
Various ports
Selectable from 50M, 100M, 200M, 300M, 400M, 500M, 1G, 10G ports
Global connectivity
CloudHub provides connectivity to the global cloud as well as domestic clouds.
Unrivaled network operation capabilities
As the only L2-based IX operator in Korea that is recognized not only in Korea but also globally, KINX has composed various networks and has abundant operating experience.

Advantages of ‘IBM DL with CloudHub’

Transmission quality

Efficiently link large amounts of data through a network direct connection and supports stable transmission quality.

Security

Protects sensitive business data by controlling every path on the network and not exposing it to the public internet.

Backup/Save

It can backup/save large amounts of data within a data center quickly and safely using a dedicated network connection.

Cost

It uses a variety of port speeds from 50Mbps to 10Gbps, making it more cost-effective than when using a regular line.

Configuration method

CloudHub, which is an official partner of IBM, combines various connectivity with the lines that is connected with IBM DL to provide connectivity suited to the purpose and environment of the customers.

- It connects colocation resources within KINX IDC or connects infrastructure (on-premises) resources using a dedicated line.
- Hosted connections can support multi-cloud configuration and managed service.

Procedure

STEP 1. Determine how to use IBM Direct Link
- 1G or less: Direct Link Exchange
- 1G/10G: Direct Link Dedicated
STEP 2. Create an IBM Cloud account and apply for a direct link
STEP 3. Detailed setting for the direct link with KINX’s responsible staff
- Select peering location (KINX, Bundang)
- Select the bandwidth (50Mbps~10Gbps)
- Configure routing options (local/international routing)
STEP 4. Link with KINX CloudHub
- Provide necessary information such as Service Key (S-Key) and VPN ID to KINX
- Provide information when setting up the routing environment
STEP 5. Complete the connection with the service using the IBM Direct Link

What is CloudHub?

Meet CloudHub's Cloud eXchange (CX), which enables you to use multi-clouds with one line. You can build dedicated networks for multiple clouds, such as AWS and MS Azure, on a single line. Using CloudHub, you not only use various services in a stable network environment but also reduce costs.

Detailed Introduction on CloudHub