Where do business enterprises store the huge amount of data they generate on a daily basis? The systems in their enterprise do not store all the information as it will result in extra load and loss of speed. So, there has to be a place where the enterprises need to store the data and access it whenever they want. Also, the place they store the data has to be safe and the information has to be secure from unauthorized access.
At the same time, not all enterprises can afford to maintain their own data center exclusively for storing their data. To answer all questions effectively, companies have come with the concept of colocations. Colocations are co-locations where the data belonging to more than one enterprise are stored. The building is equipped with storage systems such as computers, servers, arranged in the form of racks, or compartments to facilitate arranging the cooling and power systems accordingly.
The best colocation data center using the latest technology of cooling system and power system along with providing the clients with secure networking system and carriers to access the data round the clock. The colocations need to be powered continuously and use a lot of natural resources in the process. They also generate heat which if not maintained at optimum levels could cause fire accidents and loss of information.
The colocations house various cooling systems such as air conditioners, fire sprinklers, water cooling system, etc. to keep the temperatures at the right level. Minimizing the effect of outside temperatures also plays an important role.
The best colocation data center can help enterprises in the following ways.
- Reduce the use and sales tax
- Offer the services for a price lesser than the others in the industry
- Provide investment protection
- Offer risk mitigation
- Invest in research and development to offer the advanced technology
- Manufacture most of their data centers
- Provide full security of the data stored with them
- Offer various levels or types of units to store data such as a compartment, cabinet, cage, suite, module, etc.
- Charge for the services according to the requirements of the clients
- Allow only authorized access to a limited number of personnel.
The leading company providing the colocation services to numerous enterprises has developed an advanced standard facility known as the Tier 5 Platinum. The developers say it is a lot more flexible and can be offered to the clients for the price of Tier 2 standard facility.
The design, facilities, and operations are of the best standard and are constantly evolving to be better. The Tier 5 Platinum has the following aspects in its advantage.
Power System Sustainability and Efficiency
- Uses 100% local, green, renewable energy resources to power the data center.
- A and B power stays online during 90% of site maintenance.
- Permanently installed monitors to track the stored energy systems.
- Multiple stations at three fully functional, separate locations monitor and control the facility for standby power generation.
- Critical distribution path equipped to provide circuit monitoring from UPS to the power panel.
Cooling and Water Systems
- The data center can run without water forever.
- An advanced temperature control system to monitor the outside pollution and provide preventive measures from allowing it to affect the internal systems.
- Individually replaceable dual roofs of the data centers.
- Recycling and reusing water for cooling, thereby saving natural resources.
Carrier Services
- D/ DoS mitigation services are available for the clients.
- At least two pathways have 6 facility entry vaults.
- 10 on-net carriers made available to the clients.
Physical Security
- A seven-layer security system to safeguard the place.
- Each of the racks, cages can be secured individually.
- Video surveillance cameras at strategic locations. The data is stored for at least 90 days.
- Restricted access to the data center. The authorized personnel is provided with identifying information in advance.
The leading colocation service provider conducts regular security threat checks to ensure that their security system is up to date. They give maximum importance to keeping the data of their clients safe and secure.