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Serving broadband to businesses in Palo Alto, California since 2002.
Palo Alto California metro ethernet providers

How does Ethernet compare?

Service Speed (mbps) Average
Price
Price
per Meg
DS1 (T1) 1.54 $350 $233.32
DS3 45 $3,000 $66.67
Ethernet over Copper 10 $552 $55.20
Fast Ethernet 100 $2,100 $21.00
Gigabit Ethernet 1000 $5,500 $5.50

In Their Own Words:

"I ready an article a few months ago about Ethernet supplanting T1/DS3 services in the commercial high speed Internet market. The problem is, there isn't a way for a company to find out if Ethernet is available in their building without a web site such as ShopforEthernet.com. The site is easy to use, doesn't force me to enter in my contact information to see availability, and the consultant who contacted me (at my request) was very courteous and professional. I recommend this site to anyone looking for fast Ethernet broadband services."
Jeff Brinkerhoff

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How does this tool work?
  1. Enter your street address in the form above.
  2. A map with markers will be displayed. That tells you that how many buildings have been "lit" by the major telecom service providers in your area.
  3. If you would like to learn more, you'll be able to enter you contact information to receive a phone call from our staff of Ethernet service experts.

Is this lookup tool free?

Yes. We do not require that you pay a fee to access this information - however, we do require that you purchase service through us if you decide to buy. We are compensated from the participating carriers when you order through us, which pays for the development and maintenance of this web site.

Can I order Ethernet service online?

Not yet. Even if our Metro Ethernet lookup tool shows you are in an On-Net building, we must still go through a manual check on both pricing and service availability. However, know that our Ethernet Experts are here to assist you with every step of the process.


How is this tool valuable?

The GeoQuote Ethernet locator is valuable for people or business who are looking to:
  • find a carrier who provides QoS (Quality of Service) guarantees. Since the carrier you select is in complete control of your connection, it is much easier for them to provide QoS.
  • gather information that will be helpful in the planning stages of broadband deployment for a new real-estate development.
  • move into a building with existing carrier facilities.
  • substantially upgrade their current broadband connections.
  • establish a direct relationship with a provider without the local Bell in the equation.

Why is Metro Ethernet Important to Palo Alto California Businesses?

When Palo Alto California businesses connect to the Internet, they are in essence accessing the ISP's network by way of a Local Loop provided by the Local Phone Company, as illustrated below:

Regular SONET

"Regular" (or SONET) connections include DS1, (T1), Bonded DS1, DS3 (T3), Frame Relay, and OCX. Each service actually requires the cooperation of the two companies between you and the Internet (the Local Phone Company and your ISP). Having two companies in between you and the Internet adds cost to the equation, not to mention multiple points of failure.

Connecting directly to your ISP is obviously ideal in that it reduces cost and increases the amount of speed your ISP can provide. Ethernet technology allows business to "plug" directly in to their ISP of choice providing that the customer is within a close physical proximity to the ISP's access point, or what we call "Lit Building". Using Ethernet, your connection to the Internet will look like this:

Ethernet Connection

Ethernet technology makes it possible for businesses who reside close to the physical Lit Buildings of ISPs to hop directly on to their networks. The ISP is then able to control the quality of the customer's LAN connection to the outside world, or to other points within the network.