Abstract: Methods and systems for high speed failover in a network are provided. To provide faster Type C GPON redundancy failover, the disclosure herein describes the use of G.8031 1:1 ELPS in a single ended application to ensure path integrity through the network. Single ended 1:1 ELPS means that a network device is configured with 1:1 ELPS and switches paths in the event of disruption of the working communication path without the other underlying transport entities having knowledge of either the ELPS protocol or state machine. ELPS (Ethernet Linear Protection Switching, ITU G.8031) is a standardized method for protection switching between two point-to-point paths through a network, however its application here is quite novel. During a failure on the working path, traffic will switch over to the protection path. Type C PON protection provides a fully redundant path between the OLT and the ONU (2 separate PONs).