Connectivity

Verizon Wireless Broadband Network Connectivity and Data Transport Solutions

1. Introduction

Wireless connectivity and data transport solutions from Verizon Wireless allow companies to establish a private, direct connection between the enterprise network and the Verizon Wireless broadband network. A direct connection to the Verizon Wireless broadband network lets companies communicate with their mobile workforces with increased data response times, while reducing concerns over security and reliability.

This white paper introduces the Verizon Wireless network, depicts typical direct connection usage scenarios, discusses connectivity considerations, and explains all connectivity options with available IP addressing schemes to help the reader make informed decisions when planning and purchasing a wireless connectivity solution.

2. Network Architecture

It may be helpful to review basic wireless network architecture prior to considering which connectivity solution option best fits a business’s data connectivity needs. Understanding network architecture will also clarify the point of egress from the Verizon Wireless network to the corporate network, and show how mobile users are serviced by the wireless network.

A direct-connect circuit can be established to the Verizon Wireless broadband data network from any enterprise network through a variety of common wireline connection types. Each wireline connection type is labeled in the following illustration as a direct circuit that runs between the enterprise network and the Verizon Wireless broadband data network.