Zayo is a technology provider with solutions in Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Network & Voice and SD-WAN. Connectivity Counsel is an independent advisor that helps businesses evaluate, price and order Zayo services, and compare them with competing options, at no cost to the client.
What Zayo is best known for
Among the providers we work with, Zayo is most often shortlisted for the following:
- Dedicated Fiber
Zayo products, services and capabilities
The lists below summarize the solutions, features and supported platforms available from Zayo, grouped by category. Availability can depend on location and contract, so we confirm the details for your specific sites during quoting.
Cloud Computing
- Backup, Data Storage, BaaS
- Cloud Connect, Direct Connect
- Managed Cloud
- Private Cloud
- AWS
- Equinix
- Google Cloud
- IBM Cloud
- Microsoft Azure
- Oracle
Contact Center & CX
- Contact Center, CCaaS
- Contact Center + Bandwidth
- RingCentral
Cybersecurity
- DDoS Mitigation
- Email Security
- Endpoint Detection and Response, EDR
- Managed Detection and Response, MDR
- Extended Detection and Response, XDR
- Cloud Firewall, Co-Managed
- Cloud Firewall, Fully-Managed
- On-Site Firewall, Co-Managed
- On-Site Firewall, Fully-Managed
- Multi-Factor Authentication, MFA
- Secure Access Service Edge, SASE
- Secure Web Gateway, SWG
- Single Sign On, SSO
- VPN
- Web Filtering
- Cloud Access Security Broker, CASB
- Intrusion Detection Services, IDS
- Intrusion Prevention Services, IPS
- Monitoring & Reporting
- Security Optimization
- Zero Trust Network Access
- Fortinet
- Palo Alto
- Versa
- Arbor Networks
- Proprietary
- VMware
- Juniper
- Disaster Recovery, DRaaS
Mobility, IoT and AI
- Wireless Data Only
- AT&T Wireless
- T-Mobile
- Verizon Wireless
- Dual SIM
- Backup/Failover Wireless Connection
- Metered Plans
Network & Voice
- Network Aggregation, Aggregator
- Temporary Event Services
- Professional Installation Available
- Coax Cable
- Comcast Coax
- Cox Coax
- Optimum Coax
- Spectrum Coax
- Dark Fiber
- Dedicated Fiber
- International Fiber
- AT&T Dedicated Fiber
- Comcast Dedicated Fiber
- Cox Dedicated Fiber
- Frontier Dedicated Fiber
- Lumen Dedicated Fiber
- Optimum Dedicated Fiber
- Spectrum Dedicated Fiber
- Verizon Dedicated Fiber
- MPLS, VPLS, ELAN
- Private Line, P2P
- Wavelength Services
- Managed Router
- Digital Phone Lines
- POTS
- POTS Replacement Lines
- PRI
- TDM PRI
- SIP Trunks
- E911 SIP Direct Location Routing
- International SIP Origination
- International SIP Termination
- US Toll Free Numbers
- International Toll Free Numbers
SD-WAN
- SD-WAN
- International SD-WAN
- SD-WAN + Bandwidth
- SD-WAN + BYOB
- Co-Managed SD-WAN
- Fully Managed SD-WAN
- Professional Installation Available
- Assign Dedicated Project Manager for All Sales
- Assign Dedicated Project Manager by Request or by Deal Size
- SD-WAN Equipment for Rent
- SD-WAN Equipment for Purchase
- SD-WAN Platform
- Cisco Meraki
- Fortinet
- Palo Alto
- VeloCloud
- Versa
- SD-WAN Features
- Application Optimization, Application Proxies
- Application Optimization, SSL
- Application Optimization, TCP
- Application Optimization, UDP
- Application Optimization, WAN
- Hardware Redundancy, Active-Active
- Hardware Redundancy, Active-Passive
- Hardware Redundancy, Cold Passive/Standby
- Link Aggregation
- Links Redundancy, Active-Active
- Links Redundancy, Active-Passive
- Load Balancing, Inbound
- Load Balancing, Internet
- Load Balancing, Outbound
- Online Admin Portal
- Proactive Monitoring & Ticketing
- Read & Write Access
- Read Only Access
- Routing, Application-Aware
- Routing, Border Gateway Protocol, BGP
- Routing, Cloud-Based
- Routing, Deep Packet Inspection
- Routing, DNS Proxy
- Routing, Open Shortest Path First, OSPF
- Routing, Packet Steering
- Routing, Policy-Based
- Routing, Premise-Based
- Routing, Traffic Shaping
- Secure Remote Access
- Traffic Optimization, Best Path Selection
- Traffic Optimization, Forward Error Correction
- Traffic Optimization, Packet Duplication
- Virtual IP
- Cloud Access Security Broker, CASB
- Domain Name Server, DNS
- Remote Browser Isolation, RBI
- Secure Web Gateway, SWG
- Virtual Private Network, VPN
- Web Application & API Protection, WAAP
- Zero Trust Network Access, ZTNA
- AliCloud
- Amazon Web Services, AWS
- Google Cloud, GCP
- IBM Cloud
- Microsoft Azure
UC & Collaboration
- Unified Communications, UCaaS
Where Zayo is available
Zayo lists the following service areas and regional capabilities: US (Nationwide), Canada, CAN Currency Billing, Canadian Data Residency, French Speaking Customer Service, French Speaking Technical Support, Offices in Canada and PIPEDA Compliant. Serviceability for network services is always address-specific, and we check each of your locations before recommending a design.
Compliance and program participation
Zayo reports alignment with or participation in the following standards and programs:
Who Zayo typically serves
Zayo most commonly serves small businesses, midmarket businesses and enterprise businesses. Industries where it is frequently selected include finance, healthcare, manufacturing and software.
Strengths we consider when recommending Zayo
- Competitive Pricing
- Internet in Specific Markets
How to get Zayo pricing through Connectivity Counsel
- Tell us what you need. Share your locations, current services and goals by phone or through the quote form.
- We qualify and quote. We confirm availability with Zayo and request pricing, along with quotes from comparable providers so you can judge value.
- You compare and decide. We explain the differences in plain language, including contract terms and service level agreements.
- We manage the order. We coordinate paperwork, installation and escalations, and remain your contact after the service is live.
Related services
Learn more about the solution areas where Zayo is an option:
- Dedicated Internet Access
- Business Broadband
- 5G and LTE Wireless Internet
- Internet Failover and Backup
- Ethernet Private Line
- MPLS
- Wavelength Services
- Dark Fiber
- SD-WAN
- Network Aggregation
- Cloud Connect
- Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS)
- Hosted PBX and Business VoIP
- SIP Trunking
Alternatives to Zayo
Every provider has strengths and gaps. Depending on your requirements, we may also bring you options from NTT Cloud, NTT Data Centers, OTAVA, Pax8, Rackspace, RapidScale, Resolve Tech Solutions and Silver Star Telecom. Browse the full provider directory.
Connectivity Counsel is an independent advisor. Zayo and its product names are trademarks of their respective owner, used here only to identify the provider.
Frequently asked questions
What does Zayo offer?
Zayo offers solutions in Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Network & Voice and SD-WAN, and is best known for dedicated fiber.
Can Connectivity Counsel get me a quote from Zayo?
Yes. Call (702) 603-4355 or submit the quote form with your service addresses and requirements. We request pricing from Zayo and from comparable providers so you can compare.
Where is Zayo available?
Zayo lists these service areas: US (Nationwide), Canada, CAN Currency Billing, Canadian Data Residency, French Speaking Customer Service, French Speaking Technical Support, Offices in Canada and PIPEDA Compliant. Availability for network services depends on the exact address, which we verify for you.
Will I pay more for Zayo if I order through an advisor?
No. You contract with and pay Zayo directly at the provider's own pricing. Connectivity Counsel is compensated by the provider, so there is no advisory fee added to your bill.
Is Connectivity Counsel owned by or affiliated with Zayo?
No. Connectivity Counsel is an independent advisory firm that works with more than 230 providers and recommends the one that fits your needs.