A pivotal enhancement to U-M’s network infrastructure has been successfully completed. Information and Technology Services sponsored the project to replace the Border Interconnect Network, which serves the Ann Arbor campus, including Michigan Medicine.
The BIN Replacement project aimed to modernize and improve the university’s internet and Internet2 connection speeds by replacing two critical border routers. This initiative was supported by a dedicated team from ITS, collaborating with Merit Network, Health Information Technology & Services, and UM-Dearborn Information Technology Services.
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“The completion of this project marks a significant advancement in our network capabilities,” said Eric Boyd, director of networks for ITS Infrastructure. “Besides preparing the university for future technology demands, the new routers are allowing faculty and researchers, in particular, to experience increasingly improved response times for their data.”
The project, which began in early 2024, saw new hardware installation and equipment upgrades that were executed without interruption to daily operations across the university.
Financially, there were no additional costs to schools, colleges or units beyond the standard internet fees already contributed.
“This strategic investment aims to support the university’s needs for the next six to eight years,” said Dan Eklund, network planning manager for ITS Infrastructure. “Even so, we remain open to accelerating the timeline for future upgrades should the institution require it.”
