The security, flexibility and reliability of our data centres is a top priority for Symmetry. This Chicago data centre provides a seamless connection to Symmetry’s other data centres for built-in redundancy, and the platform enables high-performance, high-availability data transfer and accessibility for our customers’ peace of mind.
Facility:
- Tier 3
- 147,000 sq. feet
- Compliance: SSAE 16 (SOC 2 Type II), PCI DSS (sec 9 & 12), HIPAA
- Purpose-built building originally constructed as a data centre shell in 1999
- 12 in. thick reinforced concrete wall construction, able to withstand winds in excess of 90 mph, and located outside of flood plains
- Building standards meet NEBS Level 3-compliance
Power:
- 14 generators (1.25-2.25mW)
- 22.5mW total utility power capacity, dual feeds from same substation
- Redundant power infrastructure on all system levels
- AC/DC breakered and metered power available
- 2N, N+1 electrical design
- On-Site diesel fuel-based power generation
- Multiple power lineups with high-density deployments available
- Power backup systems include redundant Power Distribution Units (A+B) and UPS
Cooling:
- High-density redundant cooling systems
- N+1 designed climate control
- Multiple thermal layers and real-time electronic adjustment of cooling needs for each individual cage or cabinet space
Connectivity:
- Maintains multiple top carrier options
Bandwidth:
- Multiple fibre route entrances to the building
- Redundant low-latency DWDM connection to 350 Cermak to pick up additional carrier as requested
Security:
- 24×7×365 building access, monitoring, on-site security and NOC staff
- Multi-factor challenge authentication policy (mantrap, proximity card, biometrics & memorised data points) to gain access to data centre areas
- Alarm system includes an extensive digital recording network of high-resolution cameras monitoring all entry points and colocation areas with at least 90 days of recorded playback
- Zone 1 earthquake-rated reinforced structure
- Secure loading dock
