Simply Hosting .:. Datacenter

Datacenter

SimplyHosting.net is utilizing the state of the art datacenter located in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Information below will give you a good idea of how this datacenter is built.

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About the Data Center

SimplyHosting.net servers are in a 12,000
square foot secure colocation data center.

Built underground the data center was designed to withstand tornados, earthquakes, and all natural disasters. Surrounded by 18" of thick concrete the colocation data center provided one of the worlds safest places to place our servers!

Data Center Security

Mission-critical operations require the highest-level security features. The datacenter delivers multi-level physical security. It's no easy task to gain entry into the data center. A pre-screening background check conducted by outside agency to determine eligibility of data center access.

All areas of the center, both internal and external are continually monitored and recorded by highly sensitive security cameras. Access into the datacenter is controlled through the utilization of proxy card swipe and biometric hand geometry readers. Additionally the center is staffed 7/24/365.

Inside the datacenter are 40+ secure cameras that cover 100% of the 12,000 square feet. Monitored from a remote location 24/7/365.

Outside the datacenter 8 weather proof cameras are positioned to cover the perimeter of the datacenter.

Data Center Fire Suppression

The datacenter utilizes a state-of-the-art multi-zoned fire suppression system equipped with a VESDA early warning sensory system that is activated by particle detectors scanning for increased ionization that precedes imminent flame. This system is backed up with a FM200 oxygen depleting system to be utilized to suppress any flames without damaging equipment.

The fire suppression system mixes non-toxic FM200 gas with oxygen to prevent oxygen in the facility from fueling the flames before they grow out of control. Important, especially considering that, in the face of a major blaze, the heat from the flames and the water used to extinguish them pose more immediate threats to a server than do the actual flames. Now that’s the protection and assurance you need.

Data Center Overhead Distribution

Overhead cable and power management provides the ultimate in performance and flexibility. Without the need for raised floors cable management runs. This system utilizes raceways and designed and recommended by the Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard for Data Centers'

Standards based open systems
High performance bandwidth
Support for convergence
High quality, reliability and scalability
High capacity and density
Expandability with easy access

Data Center Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

Redundant Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is a vital component of the datacenter power system, providing protection in the event that the main grid fails or the center experiences power spikes, surges and brownouts.

Power is brought into the datacenter and then distributed to customer’s cabinets and cages through an A-side and B-side distribution system. This distribution system provides customers with the necessary power they need as well as providing for N+1 redundancy.

Redundancy testing on all power is done twice a month in ensure reliability, maintenance, and functionality of all UPS systems in the colocation data center.

In the event of a main power grid failure this transfer switch will ensure that power is continually supplied uninterrupted throughout the datacenter.

Data Center Backup Diesel Power

The Datacenter utilizes 3-750kw (1 Primary, 1 Backup, and 1 Standby) diesel generators to provide the datacenter with power in the event of a dual power grid failure. Located in a caged secure area with 7/24/365 monitoring, security cameras, and barb wire fencing.

In the event of a failure, after 15 seconds the diesel generators will start up and begin to provide the center with continual power until the main power has been restored. Contractually agreed fuel deliveries assures that the Datacenter will continue to run self-sufficiently, even in the event of long periods of power outages.

Data Center Cooling and Air Control

The data center HVAC (heating, venalation, and air conditioning) system is designed to provide optimum operating conditions for equipment. The HVAC system ensures the environment is constant, providing appropriate airflow, temperature, and humidity.

At the data center there are 13 open-air handlers. Again all of the components in the system are N+1 redundant and secure from tampering with. Open air handlers provide the HVAC system with an unlimited amount of fresh air to cool and keep the colocation data center running at less than 72 degrees at all times.

Redundancy features provide additional protection at the colocation data center. With 1 Primary, 1 Backup, and 1 Standby operating on 2 Power Grids the system is designed with N+1 philosophy and pre-planned disaster recovery. If failure occurs the backup units will automatically switch over and begin cooling the data center

Air distribution in the data center has been specially designed with hot and cold isles allowing the N+1 HVAC system’s air distribution to provide the optimal environment for equipment operation.

Data Center Floor

The data center area provides the highest level of security and the optimal operating conditions for equipment. Locking cabinets and mesh door maintain privacy for every customer.

All cabinets in the data center have been custom designed, lockable, have two (2) 20amp power feeds, and contain 45U of server space.

Data Center Network

The Cisco powered colocation data center employs Cisco GSR 12000 class routers running and utilized HSRP to ensure that the data center can be routed even in the event of a router failure.

The core routers provides the support and functionality for all critical data center communications and monitoring systems.

Powered by InterNAP (PNAP) network with multiple OC's from geographically different locations the data centers network uses smart routing technology for the fastest possible delivery of content.

Utilizing the latest fiber optic technology for connections between core routers and racks the colocation data center is designed for optimized transit of incoming and outgoing delivery of packets.

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