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How to peer on HOUIX

Peering with us is simple! These steps, together with tools such as IRR and PeeringDB, will prepare your network for peering on HOUIX.

  1. Complete the peering request

    If you know that you want to join HOUIX, completing our peering request is the best place to start. Don't worry too much if you're unable to answer every question. It's just important that we know that you want to peer!

    Once everything looks good, we will issue an LOA permitting your network to connect to HOUIX. You or your transport provider will need this LOA when requesting the cross connect from the chosen location.

  2. Get your PeeringDB in order

    It's important to keep an up to date PeeringDB page for your network. This lets other network operators find the information needed when peering with you. Some networks deploy automation that relies on data from PeeringDB being correct.

  3. Set up an AS-SET object at an IRR

    An AS-SET lets your peers filter your BGP sessions automatically. The ARIN Internet Routing Registry is free and a good place to start for those new to IRR. Be sure to include your IRR AS-SET in your PeeringDB.

    An AS-SET is required to keep HOUIX route servers secure.

  4. Choose interconnect location and port speed

    Decide where you're going to connect to HOUIX. This is where the cross connect will be made between us and your network or transport provider. HOUIX is available at any of our locations.

    What are your port requirements? We recommend that networks connect with a minimum of 10Gbps if possible. We offer 10Gbps ports for free.

  5. Transport to HOUIX

    If you have a POP in 1301 Fannin St STE 100, Houston, TX 77002, then you don't need transport. Simply connect to us in the building Meet-Me Room.

    However, some networks will need to find a transport provider to carry their traffic the "last mile" to HOUIX. Please reach out to the management of the location that you're interested in for potential transport providers.

  6. Complete cross connect and peer

    Provide your LOA and demarcation details to your transport provider or peering location to complete the cross connect.

    Once you're physically connected, you're ready to turn up BGP sessions with the HOUIX route servers or other peers over the public HOUIX peering fabric.

Want to peer with HOUIX?

Fill out our peering request form and we'll get you started.

Open a peering request