Programmable Ethernet, anywhere.
The MaiaEdge PBC 2000 is carrier-grade, cloud-managed hardware that automates private Ethernet path provisioning across any network and any transport. Built for service providers, data center operators, and AI infrastructure operators.
Product Description
The dual 100G, 1RU appliance deploys at service provider points of presence (PoPs), aggregation points, data centers, meet-me rooms, and other strategic interconnection points, and extends encrypted Ethernet connectivity over dedicated fiber, DIA, satellite, or any other IP transit, automatically. Operators provision paths through an intuitive UI, while the Path Computation Engine (PCE) creates the Layer 2 connection underneath, eliminating manual configuration and routing complexity.
Combined, the PBC and PCE also act as a carrier-neutral interconnection engine, letting separate operators build Layer 2 virtual cross-connects across any transport and across geographically separate locations, with hop-by-hop visibility across partner networks.
Path Computation Engine (PCE)
The PCE is the cloud-native intelligence engine enabling programmable Ethernet across multiple transports, owned and partner connections alike. Operators get point-and-click provisioning, and the PCE automatically selects the best path based on real-time latency, utilization, and policy metrics.
Features & Capabilities
Encrypted private Ethernet paths activate in minutes, over dedicated fiber, DIA, or satellite. Layer 2 service extends over whatever transport is already available, speeding time to service and customer onboarding.
One network-to-network interface builds to service multiple partners. Virtual cross-connects are created on demand.
Real-time route calculation based on latency, utilization, and policy metrics, with bandwidth allocation control and SLA proof. SRLG-aware path selection ensures true physical redundancy by automatically avoiding shared risk link groups.
No manual, box-by-box provisioning or complex routing configuration. Unified management from one cloud portal.
Every path is secured automatically with line-rate AES-256-GCM IPsec encryption.
Hop-by-hop telemetry, including jitter, packet loss, and latency, across internal networks, partner networks, and cloud on-ramps.
An optional operator-branded portal gives customers self-service circuit provisioning and real-time visibility into their own paths. Q-in-Q tagging ensures complete tenant isolation on shared infrastructure. If a customer path crosses multiple providers, the partner network is abstracted from the customer’s view.
Native API integrations with Equinix enable direct multi-cloud access, with site-to-cloud telemetry. Operators without cloud infrastructure of their own can partner with a MaiaEdge-enabled wholesale provider to start delivering cloud connectivity to customers.
Open Ecosystem & BSS/OSS Integration
API-first design enables direct integrations with billing and operations systems. Built for industry-standard Mplify LSO Sonata interoperability and ecosystem extensibility.
Instant, software-defined interconnection fabric, out of the box. Colocation and data center operators deliver a premium fabric experience without years of development, and expand reach without building new infrastructure.
PBC 2000 Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Throughput | Dual 100GbE |
| Encryption Throughput | Line-rate AES-256-GCM IPsec |
| Latency | <2 µs overhead |
| Interfaces | |
| Port Configurations | Dual 100GbE Ethernet (QSFP28) |
| Management Ports | 2x 1GB RJ45 |
| External USB | 1x USB 2.0 |
| Console Port | RJ45 115.2 kbps |
| Physical | |
| Form Factor | 1RU Rackmount |
| Chassis (H × W × D) | 1.625 × 17.24 × 11.46 in |
| Total (With Ears and Tabs) | 1.625 × 19.02 × 12.13 in |
| Weight | 9.5 lbs (with power supplies installed) |
| Power & Environmental | |
| Power Supply | Internal: AC, DC |
| Redundant Power Supply | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Cooling | |
| Airflow | Internal fan-based forced-air cooling. Front-to-Back (F2B) — intake at front bezel / port side, exhaust at rear (fan/PSU side). |
| Data Center Airflow | Standard hot-aisle/cold-aisle layouts: cold aisle at front (bezel/port side) intake, hot aisle at rear exhaust. |
Subscription Licenses
The PBC 2000 hardware and cloud-based orchestration software are sold as a combined subscription. Available in 1, 3, or 5-year terms at 1G, 10G, or 100G throughput tiers.
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