IP Transit
NetActuate IP Transit provides dedicated upstream bandwidth to Tier 1 carriers through NetActuate's globally distributed network. Unlike Anycast (which routes traffic to the nearest PoP globally) or BGP (which provides self-service peering), IP Transit is a provisioned connectivity service — NetActuate configures the transit ports and peering on your behalf at a specific location.
IP Transit vs Anycast vs BGP
| IP Transit | BGP (BYOBGP) | Anycast | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Upstream internet bandwidth | Single-PoP BGP peering | Multi-PoP global routing |
| Provisioning | NetActuate-managed | Self-service via portal | Self-service via portal |
| Scope | Per-PoP dedicated bandwidth | Per-PoP BGP sessions | Global prefix announcement |
| Use case | Dedicated egress/ingress, transit agreements | Custom routing, BYOIP at one site | Geographic load distribution, DNS anycast |
Portal Dashboard
Navigate to Networking → IP Transit to view your transit services. The dashboard lists all PoPs where you have active IP Transit, grouped by location.
Selecting a PoP opens the resource panel with the following sections:
- Overview — transit agreement details, commit levels, and contract information
- Network — assigned IP subnets and networking configuration for the transit port
- BGP Peering — your ASN and NetActuate's ASN for the transit session
- Reports — historical bandwidth graphs showing usage over time
- Service Status — maintenance announcements and status updates for your transit ports
Getting Started
- How-To Guide — requesting and monitoring IP Transit
- BGP — configure BGP sessions for custom routing
- Anycast — combine with anycast for global traffic distribution
- Support — contact us to discuss IP Transit options
Note: IP Transit is provisioned by the NetActuate team at select locations. To discuss bandwidth requirements and pricing, contact support@netactuate.com or schedule a call.