With mobile data traffic in a period of explosive growth, wireless operators are scrambling to meet capacity demand while still managing costs. Today, savvy providers know that growing smart in their backhaul networks means optimizing performance and capacity.
The Level 3® Tower Access service offers you the capability to place carrier-neutral towers on or near our existing network facilities. You can expand your wireless network without the expense of costly fiber builds or dedicated tower access. With optical access to one of the world’s most connected network backbones, you reach a shared infrastructure that creates an open platform for network connectivity. We support a broad range of technologies that spans carriers and services.
To offer this new alternative to incumbent providers, Level 3 works with multiple partners to erect towers, primarily in rural areas. You can leverage over 300 Level 3® Extended On-Net locations along our network to access voice, data and Internet services directly from the tower site. These services provide you with more competitive options to backhaul wireless traffic and help you scale your network as mobile bandwidth and end-user demand continue to grow.
Tower Access Service Details
- Flexible Tower Access Options
- Lease space on an existing on-site tower
- Access new, neutral on-site tower construction
- Off-site tower enablement connects you to Level 3 at site property line
- Range of speeds across our Private Line, Ethernet Private Line, Wavelength services
- Enables access and backhauls to our Internet, VPN and Voice services
Tower Access Benefits
- Direct optical access to network backbone
- Reduced wireless provider conflict and potential licensing issues through neutral tower arrangements
- Reduced up-front capital requirements compared to building your own tower
- Over 300 potential locations
- Alternative access to underserved, rural markets
- Flexible interfaces and connectivity options
For more information on our Tower Access service, download this detailed brochure.
