Which data centers host the MEMX exchange?
MEMX has a data center presence in Secaucus NY4, Chicago ORD1 and Chicago CH1. The primary trading platform is in the NY4 Secaucus data center and secondary data center is in Chicago. MEMX equalizes latency for order entry and market data dissemination to all participants in the NY4 location, but does not equalize from NY5. MEMX supports connectivity via direct cross-connects, Extranet Providers and Telco Providers.
| Facility | Primary | DR | UAT | Equalization | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinix NY4 | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | 755 Secaucus Rd, Secaucus NJ 07094 |
| Cyxtera ORD1 | No | Yes | Yes | No | 350 E Cermak Rd, 7th Fl Chicago IL 60616 |
| Equinix CH1 | No | Yes | Yes | No | 350 E Cermak Rd, 5th Fl Chicago IL 60616 |
What connectivity methods are available?
Users may choose any of the following access methods:
Direct Colocation Connection (DCC)
Telco Provider
Extranet Provider
Further details on connectivity are available in the xNET Connectivity Specification available at
http://memxtrading.com/connect
What kind of physical connectivity will be offered to access MEMX?
All user DCC network connections must be single mode optical fiber. The xNET supports 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G Ethernet interface types. 40G may only be provisioned as a 4 X 10G Ethernet port-channel. 100G may be provisioned as a 4 X 25G Ethernet port-channel or a 1 X 100G Ethernet interface. The connection termination will be dictated by the choice of Ethernet interface selected.
For resiliency, MEMX requires participants to connect through redundant “A” and “B” feeds and DCC connections are provisioned in A/B pairs. Each A/B connection pair terminates at different network devices at the xNET. A/B path diversity for multicast data distribution is required and maintained regardless of user interface configuration or preference. It is recommended that users advertise their source networks on both interfaces for maximum redundancy.
Both order entry and market data will be available over a single connection. Everyone will have the fastest path to our markets. We will offer a level playing field for everyone and never charge a higher fee for faster access to our markets.
What are the steps to begin network connectivity testing?
Download the MEMX xNET Connectivity Specification – http://memxtrading.com/connect
Register for Connectivity via MEMX site – https://memxtrading.com/connect/request/login
Sign Connectivity Services Agreement & Receive Letter of Authorization