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  ...Since 2006-12-22

  ...Thanks goes out to:
    - Alltele
    - Black Internet
    - GleSYS
    - Headweb
    - IP-Only
    - Mainloop
    - Phonera
    - Portlane
    - Resilans

  ...Currently 40 active members at STHIX
 
        
     
 

What is STHIX ?

STHIX is a Free Internet Exchange Point (FIXP). It provides a physical ethernet switched infrastructure to ISPs and Internet related business companies to exchange IP traffic.

Why are STHIX services free ?

STHIX has been created to help Internet development and traffic optimization in Stockholm. With no recurring charge members can easily exchange traffic and optimize their network performances. STHIX wants to provide providers an alternative peering network for performance and redundancy reasons.

Can I buy Internet transit over STHIX ?

Only free peering traffic is allowed on the peering vlan. You are able to buy vlans on the local peering switch, 1000SEK/month per VLAN.

Can I sell Internet transit over STHIX ?

Only free peering traffic is allowed on the peering vlan. You are able to buy vlans on the local peering switch, 1000SEK/month per VLAN.

Who are STHIX members ?

Most members are ISPs, ASPs or Telecom operators.

What datacenters is STHIX present in ?

Check out our POPs page.

Can I sell services to others members using STHIX ?

Yes, you can, but not over the shared peering vlan.

Who can join STHIX ?

Every company with a legal entity and an Internet related business able to follow the usage policy is welcome on STHIX.

How can I join STHIX ?

First verify that you respect policy requirements and then fill out the application form.

What are STHIX usage policy/rules ?

STHIX usage policy is available here.

Is STHIX really free of charge ?

Until further notice, STHIX services are really free and without hidden charge. The list of services is available here.

Does STHIX have IPv6 or Multicast services ready ?

IPv6 and Multicast are ready for implementation.

Where can I find a glossary of Internet Exchange terms ?

Euro-IX made a complete glossary available here.