SINGTEL BUSINESS - PRODUCT FACTSHEET METROETHERNET

Deliver

Carrier Grade Ethernet Service

SingTel MetroEthernet delivers superior, dedicated and scalable bandwidth
improving your private Local Area Network (LAN) or Metropolitan Access Network (MAN) without hefty cost and responsibility of configuring and managing additional transport equipment.

Beyond LAN

MetroEthernet
Why the need for SingTel MetroEthernet
Todays business environment increasingly calls for corporations to deal with growing business complexity amidst the pressure of ensuring complete cost efficiency. While your organisation vies to stay profitable, security and resilience of an organisation's communications infrastructure have become a day-to-day concern for businesses and management; in particular to those communications which include highly sensitive or confidential contents.

Service Overview
Point-to-Point
Multipoint-to-Multipoint Point-to-Multipoint

End-to-end direct connectivity between 2 locations

Simultaneous access between a centralised HQ and multiple sites. No direct connectivity between sites is required

Headquarter

Headquarter

Branch Office

Branch Office

Retail Outlet

Customer Premise Equipment

Provider Equipment

SingTel Exchanges

MetroEthernet Solutions
Technology MEF Service Classification Bandwidth Throughput Physical Interface Media / Cable Ethernet Framing

Point-to-Point
EoSDH/Carrier Ethernet (CE) Ethernet Private Line (EPL) Dedicated RJ-45/ LC Cat.5 UTP cable 100BaseTX

Point-to-Multipoint
EoSDH/Carrier Ethernet (CE) Ethernet Virtual Private Line (EVPL) Dedicated RJ-45, LC Cat.5 UTP cable, Single Mode Fibre 100BaseTX, 1000BaseLX

Key Features
Robust and Secure Network Scalable Full Control of Network Dedicated Bandwidth High and Granular Bandwidth Service Level Availability MetroEthernet Forum (MEF) Certified To maintain integrity of transmission security, data is transported solely over the SingTel private network between your sites. Our reliable network with proven performance ensures vital support of mission-critical applications. Easy addition or reconfiguration of sites on to Ethernet LAN/MAN/SAN extension services, cutting costs and minimising time to deal with the complexities of network upgrades or migrations. Layer 2 network access enable full control of your network IP configuration which offers you flexibility and simplifies network manageability. Service is delivered over dedicated optical fibre to ensure exclusive access with guaranteed connection. Wide range of access speeds between 2Mbps to 1Gbps and beyond with seamless upgrade options available for incremental bandwidths of 2Mbps, 10Mbps, 100Mbps and 150Mbps. 100% Service Level Availability delivers end-to-end performance matching your requirements for voice, video and data over a converged network The first in ASEAN to be a MEF certified carrier-grade Ethernet service provider. SingTels Ethernet services conform to stringent service level specifications and a known international standard.

Business Advantages
Cost-effectiveness and Improve Return on Investment Optimised usage of bandwidth helps to lower business daily operating cost. Dynamic Growth SingTels superior coverage facilitates fast and easy deployment of network to a new site for business expansions.
Dedicated Bandwidth

Business Continuity Robust and resilient network with protected built-in redundancy and ability for the network to detect & recover from incidents without impacting users. Ease of Management Service leverages on a familiar technology that is easy to integrate and manage. Network Security Layer 2 secure network protects confidential data from exposed network intrusion or even information leakage due to security breach Increased Productivity Business resources can be channeled to focus on the core activities with SingTels team of dedicated and professional security experts providing 24x7 global service supports.

No Network Congestion Dedicated bandwidth supports multiple network applications and at the same time, maintains high network performance. Proven Technology Avoid hardware obsolescence as Ethernet is a proven technology where end equipments are widely available and upward compatible with emerging technologies.

Optional Schemes to Increase Network Resilience

Value Added Services
Bandwidth on Demand(BOD) / Electronic Bandwidth on Demand (eBOD)* Economically upsize your network bandwidth as and when there is a short-term business need Disaster Recovery Service Activate your pre-configured standby access to restore business operations promptly after an outbreak of natural or human-induced disaster. Exchange Diversity Service SingTels alternate exchange guarantees full diversity. This may not be the case if the alternate connectivity is acquired from a different provider.

Benefits
Maintain business efficiency with lower daily operating costs. Keep your business up and running during unforeseen emergencies. Minimise risk for single point of failure when there are multiple services terminated to the same location.

*eBOD can be subscribed via an online portal. For more information, visit http://info.singtel.com/large-enterprise/fibreforbusiness/ebod

About SingTel
SingTel is Asias leading communications company with a comprehensive portfolio of services that include data and voice services over fixed, wireless and Internet platforms. Serving both the corporate and residential markets, SingTel is committed to bring the best of global communications to its customers in the Asia Pacific and beyond.

DataCentre Services, Singapore

2009 Singapore Frost & Sullivan Market Leadership

Other Ethernet Services

ConnectPlus E-Line SingTel ConnectPlus Ethernet Line (E-Line) service is a highly secure and reliable international point-to-point Ethernet service deployed over SingTels state-of-the-art global next generation SDH network. Delivered with an Ethernet interface, the ConnectPlus E-Line service simplifies global network management and facilitates seamless network upgrades, making it a highly scalable solution for all businesses. ConnectPlus E-VPN ConnectPlus E-VPN is a Layer-2 VPN based on Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) technology using Ethernet Interface as a standard access interface. Deployed over SingTel's state-of- the-art Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) network, it provides a scalable, reliable and secure network-based Ethernet VPN solution. Meg@POP E-VPN SingTel Meg@POP Ethernet Virtual Private Network (E-VPN) is a Layer 2 Virtual Private Network that runs on Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) technology. Meg@POP E-VPN offers any-to-any connectivity over meshed Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) network to deliver real-time information across your enterprise network in Singapore. An end-to-end network management solution, Meg@POP E-VPN allows businesses to enjoy the benefits of a managed network, yet have the flexibility to retain control over their network routing. Meg@POP E-VPL SingTel Meg@POP Ethernet Virtual Private Line (E-VPL) is a Layer 2 Point-toPoint and Point-to-Multipoint service over Meg@POP network. A secure, all-fiber-optic network service, businesses maintains full control of their network IP configuration while establishing high-speed site-to-site data communications in Singapore.

Best Managed Services

Network World Asia ReadersChoice Awards 2009

Great Global Partner

China Unicom International Partners Meeting Award 2009

Most Potential Partner for Data Services

China Telecom Partner Award 2009

Best Service Portfolio

2009 MEF Carrier Ethernet Service Provider of the Year for Asia Pacific

Innovation award for Maritime Broadband

Lloyds List Asia Awards 2009

International Service Provider of the Year

Australian Telecom Awards 2009

Best Mobile Operator - Optus

Australian Telecom Awards 2009

Best Data Centre and Hosting Services

ComputerWorld Singapore 2009 Annual Readers Choice Awards

Best Managed Connectivity Services

ComputerWorld Singapore 2009 Annual Readers Choice Awards

Telecommunication Services
ComputerWorld Singapore Customer Care Awards 2009

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MAY 2010

For a detailed presentation of MetroEthernet, please visit www.singtel.com/metroe or contact your SingTel Account Manager