Each campus will have an ATM switch and IP switch to connect the campus network with the CalREN-2 backbone. Depending on the application, either can be utilized for connectivity to the remote sites. Table 2 shows the type of network or networks available on each campus. Networks including ATM, Fast Ethernet, and FDDI are indicated. Additionally, each campus's deployment of fiber is noted and the campus ubiquity of access has been rated.
Most campuses have a robust infrastructure already installed.
CalREN-2 has been planned to provide affordable connectivity at the end of the grant period. Each participating institution has made the commitment to continue support of its connectivity.