Network interconnection
made easy _
Reliable connectivity defines business success. BSO Smart Ethernet provides the simplest, fastest method to spin-up dedicated secure connections across any of BSO’s sites, globally.
OUR SERVICE
Self-healing ethernet connectivity _
BSO Smart Ethernet connects two points in your data center managed services network over a secure, highly redundant mesh network.
BSO Smart Ethernet is a self-healing, protected service that self-selects its paths, shares traffic loads and thanks to a low-oversubscription ratio, ensures the best price/performance ratio for your business.
Connections can be formed from 100Mbps to 100Gbps* with automatic failover built-in.
*Speeds greater than 10Gbps may not be available in all markets.
BENEFITS OF BSO SMART ETHERNET
Why choose BSO Smart Ethernet?
Value at every point
Pay for a single service with the redundancy capabilities of a high-availability product.
Global diversity
Experience a consistent service around the clock.
Simple, rapid deployment
Once master ports are operational, we can provision your connection(s) in less than 24 hours.
ARCHITECTURE & CONFIGURATIONS
Smart Ethernet architecture and configurations _
BSO Smart Ethernet supports multiple configuration models depending on performance and resilience requirements. This includes protected and unprotected connectivity, as well as revertive and non-revertive path selection across diverse circuits.
This flexibility allows organisations to design connectivity that aligns with their uptime targets, traffic behaviour and operational priorities, while maintaining consistent performance across locations.
Performance, resilience and traffic management _
Smart Ethernet is designed to maintain stable performance under changing network conditions. Traffic is dynamically distributed across available paths, with automatic failover and self-healing mechanisms ensuring continuity in the event of disruption.
This approach helps reduce congestion, maintain low latency and support predictable performance for applications that depend on consistent network behaviour.
SMART ETHERNET COMPATIBILITY
Protocol and infrastructure compatibility _
BSO Smart Ethernet is protocol-agnostic and supports a wide range of enterprise environments. It integrates with standard network devices and supports segmentation through VLANs, allowing organisations to manage traffic across different applications and environments without redesigning their infrastructure.
Who Smart Ethernet is designed for _
BSO Smart Ethernet is designed for organisations that depend on reliable, high-bandwidth connectivity across distributed environments. Typical use cases include connecting data centres, linking cloud and hybrid infrastructure, and supporting applications that require predictable network performance.
It is commonly used by enterprises operating across regions, organisations managing critical infrastructure, and teams that need fast deployment, built-in resilience and consistent performance without the complexity of managing multiple network providers.
PRODUCT SHEET
BSO Smart Ethernet product sheet_
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“We are happy to count on BSO as an innovative and reliable partner to help us in our efforts to do so.”
Olivier Macque Regional Manager Europe
Cloud Platform Department at Rakuten
“We engaged BSO because of its international reach, reputation for ultra low latency connectivity, and experience in highly regulated financial markets. These qualities have proven true; however, it is BSO’s pace and flexibility that have stood out to us again and again.”
Thomas Schmeling Chief Executive Officer at CryptoStruct
“BSO really stands out for just how far the team will go to ensure we are happy. They understand how critical connectivity is to our clients’ trading and investment objectives.”
Mark Bever Global Head, Data Centers and Procurement, Fidessa part of ION Group
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FAQs
What is BSO Smart Ethernet?
BSO Smart Ethernet is a dedicated Layer 2 connectivity service that provides point-to-point connections across a globally distributed network. It is designed to deliver predictable performance, high availability and rapid provisioning between sites.
How is BSO Smart Ethernet different from standard Ethernet services?
Unlike traditional Ethernet services, BSO Smart Ethernet uses a self-healing mesh network that dynamically selects optimal paths and supports automatic failover. This allows traffic to be rerouted without manual intervention, helping maintain uptime and consistent performance.
How quickly can Smart Ethernet connections be deployed?
Once access points are established, Smart Ethernet connections can typically be provisioned within 24 hours. This enables organisations to scale connectivity quickly without long deployment cycles.
What type of use cases is Smart Ethernet designed for?
Smart Ethernet is used for connecting data centres, cloud environments and business locations where stable, high-bandwidth and low-latency connectivity is required. It is particularly relevant for organisations operating across multiple regions or requiring resilient private network infrastructure.
How does BSO ensure performance and reliability?
BSO Smart Ethernet uses a redundant network design with load sharing, low oversubscription and automatic failover. This helps maintain consistent throughput and availability, even under changing network conditions.
Can Smart Ethernet support cloud and hybrid environments?
Yes. Smart Ethernet can be used to connect data centres, cloud platforms and hybrid infrastructure environments, providing private, high-performance connectivity between systems without relying on public internet routing.




