A Transparent LAN Service is a network service that can help an organization measure and monitor network performance. These services measure the amount of data transmitted over an Ethernet interface and provide information on the overall traffic on the network. To monitor the Quality of Transparent LAN Services, counters are used. The TTO value of a network element is calculated by taking the arithmetic mean of its 24 TTO values and dividing the sum by twenty-four. The arithmetic mean provides a rough estimate of average throughput per day. To be eligible to receive this service, the TTO value must be between the CIR and PIR.
A Transparent LAN Service is carried over a backbone network. This enables the use of fewer network interfaces while maintaining high-quality service. However, the backbone bandwidth is expensive and sharing resources can affect Quality of Service. This is why ATM, which is a common method of transporting data between LANs, offers guaranteed Quality of Service (QoS).
To monitor the Quality of Transparent LAN Service, it is necessary to measure the traffic parameters on each end network element. The preferred method uses Ethernet counters. But other LAN technologies may also work. Besides, Ethernet counters help identify the Transparent LAN Service carried by a flow. An Ethernet label in a frame is another method for identifying the Transparent LAN Service. If TLS is used, Ethernet counters are also available.
When choosing a provider, choose one that offers a service that can connect multiple LANs. LANs are typically divided into small segments that are connected with Ethernet. Transparent LAN can be set up for multipoint or point-to-multipoint networks. Businesses that have more than one location can opt for multipoint LAN service, allowing each site to communicate with each other while avoiding network problems. Furthermore, Transparent LAN allows a business to obtain the best telecom rate.
To get a Transparent LAN Service, a firm ASR must be submitted within ninety days from the Inquiry Confirmation Notice. However, the process does not generate the Service Order Number or the Circuit ID. A complete Transparent LAN Service ASR is necessary to provision and bill the Transparent LAN Service. To do this, the fields on the ASR must be filled out according to the Access Business Rules.
Businesses that have multiple locations often require a distributed LAN service that is easy to manage. For this reason, businesses that have several locations have outgrown the typical LAN connectivity offered by most telcos. In addition, their bandwidth needs have increased dramatically. Remote monitoring, distance learning, business location integration, and disaster recovery are some of the applications with higher bandwidth needs. Additionally, interconnection to cloud services may be required. With the help of a Transparent LAN Service, companies can easily connect multiple locations to their internal network.
Transparent LAN Service (TLS) is a network connection service that allows remote Ethernet networks to communicate with one another. TLS encryption protects the data transmitted over a WAN, making it transparent to end users. TLS also provides security for a secure network. The service provider will manage the LAN connection between the two sites and interconnects them. Depending on the underlying network architecture of the carrier, the TLS protocol can be used to secure the data transferred.
TLS is available in different speeds. The most common speeds are 10 and 16 Mbps, though some TLS services can reach 100 Mbps. Transparent LAN service eliminates bottlenecks between the LAN and the WAN. When LAN packets are sent over a Transparent LAN, they are converted into frame relay frames and sent over Synchronous optical network. Therefore, a Transparent LAN Service can reduce bandwidth requirements while improving network performance.
When a new Transparent LAN Service is added to a network, the quality of existing services may be degraded. An alarm will be generated if this happens. The network operator can then decide whether to remove the additional service or try to add one with a lower CIR. It is also important to note that a Transparent LAN Service is not always the best option, and the best solution may not be a perfect solution for all network problems.