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	AIS Delivers Cloud Computing Solutions using 10GbE switches from Arista Networks

AIS Delivers Cloud Computing Solutions using 10GbE switches from Arista Networks

Technology Category	Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) - Cloud Computing Networks & Connectivity - Ethernet Networks & Connectivity - Network Management & Analysis Software
Applicable Industries	Software Telecommunications
Applicable Functions	Business Operation Facility Management
Services	Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services System Integration
Challenge	In 2011, AIS recognized a shift in customer needs towards more advanced cloud computing solutions. The primary challenges faced by AIS were the need for higher speed to interface compute hosts with storage and the increased complexity of network management tasks. To address these challenges, AIS needed to move to 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) with a higher port density. During the vendor selection phase, AIS discovered that some of their customers were already using Arista Networks products in their colocation space. This, along with insights from IT professionals involved in VMware deployments, led AIS to consider Arista Networks for their cloud computing infrastructure. Read More
About Customer	AIS (American Internet Services) is one of the leading IT infrastructure solutions providers in the Southwest, offering colocation and cloud services across seven enterprise-class facilities located in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. AIS is known for its robust IT infrastructure solutions and has a reputation for delivering high-performance services to its customers. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including those in competitive industries, and is committed to staying ahead of technological advancements to meet evolving customer needs. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, AIS continually seeks to enhance its service offerings through strategic partnerships and advanced technology implementations. Read More
Solution	AIS launched a VMware-based cloud solution in 2012, utilizing their facilities in San Diego and Phoenix. To address the challenges of speed and network management complexity, AIS deployed Arista Networks' 7050S series switches in a Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MLAG) configuration. This setup simplified the dual 10GbE-connected hosts and storage array configurations. The initial deployment was followed by the addition of more 7050S series switches and several 7048T Gigabit Ethernet switches. AIS's IT engineering staff appreciated the out-of-band remote management capabilities offered by these switches, which added convenience and efficiency to their operations. The deployment of Arista Networks' switches enabled AIS to achieve superior I/O performance, which was recognized and praised by their customers. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) - Cloud Computing

Networks & Connectivity - Ethernet

Networks & Connectivity - Network Management & Analysis Software

Applicable Industries

Software

Telecommunications

Applicable Functions

Business Operation

Facility Management

Services

Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services

System Integration

Challenge

In 2011, AIS recognized a shift in customer needs towards more advanced cloud computing solutions. The primary challenges faced by AIS were the need for higher speed to interface compute hosts with storage and the increased complexity of network management tasks. To address these challenges, AIS needed to move to 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) with a higher port density. During the vendor selection phase, AIS discovered that some of their customers were already using Arista Networks products in their colocation space. This, along with insights from IT professionals involved in VMware deployments, led AIS to consider Arista Networks for their cloud computing infrastructure.

About Customer

AIS (American Internet Services) is one of the leading IT infrastructure solutions providers in the Southwest, offering colocation and cloud services across seven enterprise-class facilities located in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. AIS is known for its robust IT infrastructure solutions and has a reputation for delivering high-performance services to its customers. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including those in competitive industries, and is committed to staying ahead of technological advancements to meet evolving customer needs. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, AIS continually seeks to enhance its service offerings through strategic partnerships and advanced technology implementations.

Solution

AIS launched a VMware-based cloud solution in 2012, utilizing their facilities in San Diego and Phoenix. To address the challenges of speed and network management complexity, AIS deployed Arista Networks' 7050S series switches in a Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MLAG) configuration. This setup simplified the dual 10GbE-connected hosts and storage array configurations. The initial deployment was followed by the addition of more 7050S series switches and several 7048T Gigabit Ethernet switches. AIS's IT engineering staff appreciated the out-of-band remote management capabilities offered by these switches, which added convenience and efficiency to their operations. The deployment of Arista Networks' switches enabled AIS to achieve superior I/O performance, which was recognized and praised by their customers.

Impact #1	AIS achieved a simplified network management process through the use of Arista Networks' MLAG configuration.
Impact #2	The deployment of 10GbE switches significantly improved the speed and performance of AIS's cloud computing infrastructure.
Impact #3	The out-of-band remote management capabilities of the switches provided added convenience and efficiency for AIS's IT engineering staff.

Impact #1

AIS achieved a simplified network management process through the use of Arista Networks' MLAG configuration.

Impact #2

The deployment of 10GbE switches significantly improved the speed and performance of AIS's cloud computing infrastructure.

Impact #3

The out-of-band remote management capabilities of the switches provided added convenience and efficiency for AIS's IT engineering staff.

Benefit #1	Deployment of 7050S series switches and 7048T Gigabit Ethernet switches.
Benefit #2	Implementation of 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) with higher port density.

Benefit #1

Deployment of 7050S series switches and 7048T Gigabit Ethernet switches.

Benefit #2

Implementation of 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) with higher port density.

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AIS Delivers Cloud Computing Solutions using 10GbE switches from Arista Networks

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