Ethernet services are deployed closer and closer to the customer’s premise. An Ethernet demarcation device builds the interconnection between the procider’s packet based network and customer’s LAN. The demarcation device enables the delivery of Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) defined Ethernet private line (EPL), point-to-point Ethernet (E-Line) and point-to-multipoint Ethernet (E-LAN) services at either full Gbps or fractional speeds.