Enterprise definition

Private Ethernet

A private Layer 2 path between locations, delivered as Ethernet instead of public Internet.

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What it means

Private Ethernet connects two or more locations with Ethernet handoffs. It is commonly used when sites need to exchange traffic privately without relying on VPNs over the public Internet.

Where it fits

  • Site-to-site private connectivity
  • Operational systems that need predictable paths
  • Connecting offices, campuses, and colocation footprints
  • Customers that want a simpler handoff than dark fiber

What we'll talk through with you

  • Which locations need to be connected?
  • Do you need point-to-point or multi-site service?
  • What VLAN, MTU, and handoff details matter?
  • Is route diversity required?
  • What bandwidth should the path support at launch and later?
Important context Private Ethernet is easier to consume than dark fiber, but it offers less raw control over the optical layer.

How it shows up in a real project

A manufacturer connects a production site to a private application environment using a managed Ethernet path with a clear bandwidth target and support model.

Learn the goal

We start by translating the business need into endpoints, capacity, term, resiliency, and support expectations.

Map the meet points

We identify carrier meet points, IX ports, cloud on-ramps, colocation footprints, or private handoffs that matter.

Choose the model

The answer may be DIA, IP Transit, Type II access, dark fiber, wavelength, IRU, managed transport, or a blend.

Build the path

Quad State Internet can build, coordinate, light, monitor, document, and support the route after turn-up.

Related things to learn

Wavelengths High-capacity optical channels, often 10G, 100G, or 400G, delivered over a fiber path. DCI / Facility Interconnect Private connectivity between colocation footprints, carrier meet points, IX ports, cloud on-ramps, and enterprise facilities. Private Backbone A private network spine that connects your sites, carriers, cloud paths, and interconnection points. Type II / Off-Net Partner-carrier access for places outside the direct Quad State Internet fiber footprint.
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