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AKL-IX (Auckland NZ)

New Zealand Internet Exchange, Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand · 9 facilities · 34 networks · Visit IX website →

Find colocation with peering access to AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) in Auckland. Compare 9 connected data centers below, join 98 member networks already peering at this exchange, and request free quotes for colocation + IX port from any facility on this page.

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Facilities reaching AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) (9)

Networks at this exchange (34)

2degrees Next Gen (AS9790) 2talk (AS55561) ACSData (AS18119) Akamai Technologies (AS20940) AT&T AP (AS2687) Auckland Grammar School (AS45586) BTG Networks (AS56028) Cello (AS4049) Cloudflare (AS13335) Devoli (AS45177) Full Flavour (AS132857) Inspire Net Limited (AS17705) ISC F-ROOT AKL1 (AS23710) ISP Limited / ISPCO - AS55785 (AS55785) LANWorx Limited (AS131291) Lightwire Limited (AS45267) Massey University (AS9433) Microsoft (AS8075) MikiPro Ltd (AS132347) OmniNet Ltd (AS132881) PrimoWireless (AS132255) REANNZ (AS38022) Swoop (AS58511) UberGroup Ltd (AS45230) Vector Fibre (AS17492) VelocityNet (AS132268) Verizon - Asia-Pac (AS703) Virtutel (AS24516) Vorco (AS58666) Wesfarmers Industrial Safety NZ (AS136964) WheroNet (AS136463) WIC NZ Ltd (AS38437) Xtreme Networks - AS18400 (AS18400) Yrless (AS132588)

Why Peer at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ)?

AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) is an active peering point in Auckland, NZ. With approximately 98 member networks peering on its fabric, joining cuts transit costs by routing traffic directly to other members instead of through upstream IP transit providers. Operators colocated at any of the 9 connected data centers can purchase a cross-connect to AKL-IX (Auckland NZ)'s shared switching fabric and start peering bilaterally or via route servers.

Typical reasons network operators peer at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ):

Peering Services & Cross-Connects at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ)

Most colocation operators at the facilities below offer direct cross-connects to the AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) shared fabric. When you request a free quote for colocation at any of those facilities, specify the peering services you need so operators can confirm pricing for both the cabinet and the IX port.

IX Ports & Capacity

  • Port speeds — 1 GbE, 10 GbE, 100 GbE, 400 GbE for the largest members
  • LACP aggregation — bond multiple ports for higher capacity
  • Quarantine VLAN — pre-production isolation before going live
  • Port redundancy — connect from two cabinets / switches for resilience
  • Membership tiers vary by IX (member vs. customer vs. reseller)

BGP & Peering

  • Bilateral peering — direct BGP sessions with chosen members
  • Route server peering — multi-lateral sessions with most members in one BGP turn-up
  • RPKI / ROA filtering increasingly required by route server operators
  • BYO ASN — bring your own AS number; multi-homed deployments standard
  • IPv4 + IPv6 dual-stack peering across both fabrics

Cross-Connect to Fabric

  • Carrier-neutral cross-connect from your cabinet to the IX edge port
  • SMF (single-mode fiber) for 10G+ connections
  • Cross-facility — extension via dark fiber to AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) if your cabinet is at a remote site
  • One-time install + monthly recurring billing typical
  • Latency to fabric typically under 1 ms within a meet-me room

Cloud On-Ramps & Transit

  • AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, Google Cloud Interconnect — many co-locate with major IXes
  • IP transit blends alongside peering for non-member destinations
  • DDoS mitigation — at-fabric or at-cabinet options
  • Looking glass access for path diagnostics
  • Route optimization tools and BGP analytics integrations

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Free Quotes for AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) Colocation + Peering

Total cost-to-peer at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) typically combines several line items: colocation space and power, cross-connect to the IX fabric, and the IX membership/port fee itself. ColoMap connects you directly with colocation operators for free, no-obligation quotes — most respond within 1–2 business days.

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Frequently Asked Questions — AKL-IX (Auckland NZ)

How do I peer at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ)?
To peer at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ), you need three things: (1) a cabinet at one of the connected colocation facilities listed on this page, (2) a cross-connect from your cabinet to the IX edge port in the meet-me room, (3) an IX membership and BGP turn-up. Use the free quote request to source all three at once — most colocation operators handle the cross-connect and can coordinate the IX membership process.
Which colocation facilities can I peer at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) from?
9 colocation facilities offer direct cross-connect access to the AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) fabric. Browse the full list above, then request a free quote from any facility you're interested in.
How many networks peer at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ)?
Approximately 98 networks are members of AKL-IX (Auckland NZ). Larger membership generally means broader peering reach and lower transit costs for high-volume operators.
What port speeds are available at AKL-IX (Auckland NZ)?
Most large IXes offer port speeds from 1 GbE up to 400 GbE, with LACP port aggregation for additional capacity. Pricing varies by speed and tier. Specify your expected traffic levels in your free quote so operators can recommend the right port.
Are the AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) colocation quotes really free?
Yes — every quote on ColoMap is free and no-obligation. We route your request to the facility's sales team and you receive pricing directly from the provider, including any IX-specific options. No signup or credit card required.
How fast will I get pricing for AKL-IX (Auckland NZ) colocation?
Most operators respond within 1–2 business days. Mention your timeline in the quote request and operators will prioritize urgent deployments.

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