Ethernet solutions support applications like cloud computing, mobile access, data consolidation, and the potential for bandwidth growth via Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and Internet access. Osstelco’s Ethernet services, available nationwide, offer a nice range of speeds and features, courtesy of carrier-grade stamina, operational simplicity and outstanding Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Fast, reliable internet access for your business is the only way to successfully connect local offices or nationwide data centers.
We can help you decide which ethernet internet connection is a perfect fit for your business.
Commercial Grade Ethernet Types
| Ethernet Type | Bandwidth | Cable Type | Duplex | Max Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10Base-5 | 10 Mbps | Thicknet Coaxial | Half | 500 m |
| 10Base-2 | 10 Mbps | Thinnet Coaxial | Half | 185 m |
| 10Base-TX | 10 Mbps | Cat3/Cat5 UTP | Half | 100 m |
| 100Base-TX | 100 Mbps | Cat5 UTP | Half | 100 m |
| 100Base-FX | 200 Mbps | Cat5 UTP | Full | 100 m |
| 100Base-FX | 100 Mbps | Multimode Fiber | Half | 400 m |
| 100Base-T | 200 Mbps | Multimode Fiber | Full | 2 km |
| 1000Base-TX | 1 Gbps | Cat5e UTP | Full | 100 m |
| 1000Base-SX | 1 Gbps | Cat5 UTP | Full | 100 m |
| 1000Base-LX | 1 Gbps | Multimode Fiber | Full | 550 m |
| 1000Base-CX4 | 1 Gbps | Single-Mode Fiber | Full | 2 km |
| 10GBase-T | 10 Gbps | Twin-axial | Full | 100 m |
| 10GBase-LX4 | 10 Gbps | Cat6a/Cat7 UTP | Full | 100 m |
| 10GBase-LX4 | 10 Gbps | Multimode Fiber | Full | 300 m |
| 10Mbps | 10 Gbps | Single-Mode Fiber | Full | 10 km |
You might also be interested in metro ethernet or wan management.
According to Current Analysis’ demand-side primary research, the most common form of transport is Ethernet over fiber (62%), followed by Ethernet over SONET (40%), Ethernet over copper (19%), Ethernet over wavelength (15%), and Ethernet over RPR (8%).