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IXP address assignment (IPv4 and IPv6)

Contents

• What is an IXP?
• What's the minimum IPv4 assignment for IXPs?
• What's the minimum IPv6 assignment for IXPs?
• I am an IXP. Do I have to apply under this special IXP policy?
• Do I need to be a member to apply under the IXP policy?
• Can a member of an NIR obtain an IXP assignment?
• Are there any fees I have to pay?
• Further reading

What is an IXP?

IXPs (Internext Exchange Points) allow ISPs to extend their network by exchanging routing information and traffic with other ISPs. The ISP buys a connection to the exchange point and locates a router at the physical location of the LAN that forms the IXP. For APNIC's policies, an IXP is defined as: "An Internet Exchange Point (IX or IXP) is a layer 1 and layer 2 network structure that interconnects three or more Autonomous Systems (AS) for the purpose of Internet traffic interchange."

What's the minimum IPv4 assignment for IXPs?

APNIC will assign a minimum /24 for the IXP transit LAN. Multiples of /24 can be requested if there are multiple IP sites and you can demonstrate the need.

What's the minimum IPv6 assignment for IXPs?

The minimum is a /48. Multiples of /48 can be assigned if there are multiple IX sites and you can demonstrate the need.

I am an IXP. Do I have to apply under this special IXP policy?

No, but if you apply under a different policy, you will be required to meet criteria not designed specifically for IXPs. If you only need address space for your transit LAN, it will be much simpler for you to use the APNIC Portable Assignment Request Form.

Do I need to be a member to apply under the IXP policy?

No. You can apply as either a member or non-member. See APNIC membership information for more about becoming an APNIC member or non-member.

Can a member of an NIR obtain an IXP assignment?

An NIR member can choose to obtain an assignment for an IXP either by becoming an APNIC member or as a non-member.

Are there any fees for this?

Normal membership fees apply; however IXP assignments are exempt from the US$2500 initial resource application fee. For more information, see the APNIC fee schedule