Zenlayer BYOIP Integration Overview
Searching for the best IP providers? Zenlayer supports global BYOIP routing via BGP, enabling customers to bring and advertise their own IPv4 and IPv6 address ranges. Below you’ll find Zenlayer’s setup requirements, steps to announce your prefixes, and integration details for use with Bare Metal and Elastic Compute services.
Provider Details
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Provider Name | Zenlayer |
| Website | Zenlayer Website |
| ASN(s) | AS21859 (Zenlayer ASN); customer ASN required |
| Regions Supported | Global availability depending on instance location |
| Support Contact | Zenlayer Support Portal |
| Tech Article & Date | Advertise BYOIP - Date not specified |
| BYOIP Scope | Supports IPv4 and IPv6 via BGP advertisement |
| Supported Versions | IPv4 and IPv6 |
| Supported Services | Bare Metal, Elastic Compute, Global BGP |
Technical Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Prefix Size | Not specified (mask no larger than /64) |
| ASN Ownership Required | Yes; must be public and authorized to originate routes |
| IRR or RADb Object | Required for prefix authorization |
| ROA or LOA | ROA required for RPKI validation |
| RIR Limitations | IP range must be RIR registered; org name must match Zenlayer Console account |
Step-by-Step BYOIP Process
Authorize ASN
Request ASN authentication from Zenlayer.
Establish BGP Session
In ZenConsole: Products > Global BGP > BGP Session.
Configure BGP
Choose location and ASN, configure peer IPs and optional MD5 auth.
Advertise BYOIP
Go to Products > Global BGP > BYOIP > Advertise BYOIP.
Test Advertisement
Use Zenlayer’s Route Explorer to verify reachability.
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Authorize ASN
Request ASN authentication from Zenlayer.
Authorize ASN: Request ASN authentication from Zenlayer.
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Cost and Limitations
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Fees | Not specified |
| Bundled or Standalone | Used with Bare Metal and Elastic Compute |
| Traffic/Peering Restrictions | Only authorized ASNs may advertise prefixes; IP version must match session |
| Other Limitations | Mask must not exceed /64; RIR org must match Zenlayer account |
Automation & Developer Access
- API Access: Not specified
- Terraform/SDK: Not specified
Abuse & Reputation Management
- IP Reputation Monitoring: Customer-managed
- Blacklist Removal Assistance: Customer-managed