Targo, a Montreal-based Internet service provider, selected IP Infusion OcNOS to upgrade and run its backbone network. The deployment supports Targo's evolution from wireless ISP into fiber and residential services, and delivers seamless interoperability with the operator's existing Cisco, Mikrotik and Ubiquiti equipment while reducing capital and operating expenses.
The Challenge
Targo grew rapidly from its wireless ISP roots into fiber, building a Gigabit Passive Optical Networking (GPON) access network and expanding into residential service. Strong demand pushed the operator to upgrade its backbone and add new services without ripping out its multi-vendor footprint.
- Accommodate increased subscriber demand and new service tiers
- Interoperate with deployed Cisco, Mikrotik and Ubiquiti gear
- Move away from traditional vendor lock-in and high capital costs
The Solution
Targo deployed IP Infusion OcNOS software on open hardware from UfiSpace and Edgecore Networks. OcNOS runs BGP routing and edge services with VXLAN as an overlay, giving Targo a single carrier-grade NOS across the backbone.
Montreal-based open networking specialist E.C.I. Networks provided logistics and support, guiding selection, design, sourcing and deployment, and offering continuous support throughout the modernization.
成果
- Seamless interoperability with existing Cisco, Mikrotik and Ubiquiti equipment
- Reduced capital expenses through an open networking strategy
- On track for a significant ongoing reduction in operating expenses
- A robust platform ready for future expansion
"OcNOS has been a little surprising with its combination of features and cost," said Michel Blais, Network Architect for Targo. "An open networking strategy has been an effective alternative to our usual vendors in reducing capital expenses, and we're on track to benefit from a great reduction in operating expenses ongoing."
Why OcNOS
OcNOS gave Targo a feature set on par with traditional vendors while running on disaggregated UfiSpace and Edgecore hardware. The combination of carrier-grade routing, BGP and VXLAN support, and multi-vendor interoperability made OcNOS a fit for both the current backbone and future growth.