FAQ

Private Connect enables secure networking with specific constraints on bandwidth, MAC addresses, and connectivity configurations. It requires routing on the client-side.

How many links can I use in an LACP setup?

You can use a maximum of 4 links at 10 Gbit/s in a single LACP group, or in two LACP groups if you use VRRP/HSRP.

How much is the maximum bandwidth I can reach?

The maximum bandwidth we provide over private connect is 20 Gbit/s.

How many MAC addresses can I use to send traffic over Private Connect?

Your routers can send packets originating from a maximum of 3 MAC addresses. If you use more MAC addresses, it will cause connectivity issues.

Can I use a switch instead of a router on my end?

Unfortunately, we only support the routing scenario at this time.

Can I terminate Private Connect directly on my server?

Yes, as long as that server is configured as a router.

Can I use Spanning Tree over Private Connect?

No, and be aware that Spanning Tree over Private Connect will immediately disable the network port for stability reasons.

Can Exoscale advertise my IP range to my routers over BGP/ISIS/OSPF?

No, Private Connect is a pure Layer 2 connection to your router. No routing is done inside of Exoscale. In fact, Exoscale doesn’t even know the IP range you use in the Private Network.

Can Exoscale host my server or networking equipment inside the Exoscale racks?

Sorry, no. We cannot do this due to space concerns.