PacketFabric
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What is PacketFabric
PacketFabric is a software-defined network (SDN) platform that provides on-demand connectivity between data centers, cloud on-ramps, and network service providers. It is used by network, cloud, and infrastructure teams to provision private connectivity (including virtual circuits and cloud interconnects) and manage network services through a portal and APIs. The service emphasizes rapid provisioning, usage-based billing, and integration with major colocation and cloud ecosystems. PacketFabric also offers managed SD-WAN capabilities for branch-to-cloud and site-to-site connectivity use cases.
On-demand private connectivity
PacketFabric supports rapid provisioning of private network connectivity between data centers and cloud providers, reducing reliance on long lead-time carrier circuits. Users can create and modify virtual circuits and bandwidth profiles without physical changes at each site. This aligns well with hybrid-cloud and multi-site architectures where connectivity needs change frequently. The model is particularly relevant for organizations operating in colocation facilities and needing flexible interconnect options.
API-driven network operations
The platform exposes automation interfaces (APIs) that enable infrastructure teams to integrate connectivity provisioning into workflows and tooling. This can reduce manual ticketing and speed up changes compared with traditional carrier-managed processes. API access also supports repeatable configuration for multi-site deployments. For teams practicing infrastructure-as-code, this can improve operational consistency.
Cloud on-ramp integrations
PacketFabric focuses on connectivity to major public cloud environments via private interconnect options, supporting common hybrid-cloud patterns. This can help organizations avoid sending sensitive or latency-sensitive traffic over the public internet. The service is designed for enterprises and service providers that need predictable performance characteristics for cloud access. It provides a network-centric alternative to building and managing equivalent interconnects independently.
Geographic footprint constraints
Service availability depends on PacketFabric’s network presence and partner facilities, which may not cover all regions or edge locations required by global deployments. Organizations with sites outside supported metros may still need additional carriers or providers. This can introduce operational complexity when standardizing connectivity across a broad footprint. Coverage should be validated against required data centers, cloud regions, and last-mile needs.
Not a full SD-WAN stack
While PacketFabric offers SD-WAN, the product’s core value is data center and cloud interconnect rather than a comprehensive branch SD-WAN feature set. Enterprises that need advanced SD-WAN functions (e.g., deep application-aware routing, extensive security stack integration, or large-scale edge device ecosystems) may require complementary products. This can lead to a multi-vendor architecture for WAN edge and security. Fit depends on whether the primary requirement is interconnect versus branch transformation.
Dependency on provider ecosystem
The solution’s effectiveness relies on integrations with colocation facilities, cloud on-ramps, and partner networks, which can vary by location and service type. Changes in partner availability, cross-connect processes, or cloud interconnect prerequisites can affect deployment timelines. Some scenarios may still require coordination with third parties for physical cross-connects and access. This can reduce end-to-end control compared with fully owned infrastructure.
Plan & Pricing
Pricing model: Location-, product-, and term-dependent (usage-based / monthly recurring models). Many PacketFabric services (ports, virtual circuits, hosted cloud connections, cross connects, cloud router, etc.) are priced per-product and per-location and can be returned via the PacketFabric Billing Pricing API.
Free tier/trial: Not publicly listed on official site (see notes below).
Example costs (from official API documentation examples):
- Hosted cloud connection (example): Monthly recurring cost (mrc) = $100.00 for a 1 Gbps hosted cloud connection (example response shown in the API docs).
How to get exact pricing:
- PacketFabric’s public pricing page requires logging into the PacketFabric Portal to view up-to-date pricing.
- Precise prices can be retrieved programmatically from the official API endpoint: GET /v2/billing/pricing with product_type and location/term parameters (examples include product_type values such as port, crossconnect, pointtopoint, cloud_hosted, vcbwc, vc_hourly).
Discounts & pricing modifiers noted on official site:
- Subscription term options (1, 12, 24, 36 months) affect pricing (subscription discounts reflected in mrc vs standard_mrc).
- Reseller/partner discounts and account-specific pricing may apply and are reflected when an account_uuid/billing account is provided to the API.
Seller details
PacketFabric, Inc.
Culver City, California, USA
2015
Private
https://packetfabric.com
https://x.com/packetfabric
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