About
About
Our Network
Our Columbus, OH network utilizes all Cisco hardware through-out the datacenter. With two border routers, two core routers and redundant links going to each switch on the racks, this allows us to give our customers a premium platform to power their applications and websites.
Multiple Tier 1 bandwidth carriers
- Level3
- Sprint
- AT&T
- NTT / Verio
Datacenter Details
The Columbus. OH facility features all-fiber connectivity, multiple connections to the power grid, redundant power and cooling systems, and multiple security layers.
AC Power
- 1,600 amps of utility power
- Redundant true online 150 kVA Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
- Programmable automatic transfer switch
- Entire site Transient Voltage Surge Suppression (TVSS)
- Standby power provided in the event of long term power outage
DC Power
- 2,400 Amp redundant A and B service
- Expandable to 4,800 Amp redundant A and B service
- Additional battery reserves are available
- Standby power provided in the event of long term power outage
Bluemile Network
- Multiple optical connections to diverse carriers providing high availability and high capacity Internet service
- Connectivity is delivered within the data center via multi-layer switches with a choice of copper or optical connections
- A variety of high availability network options exist for the customer concerned about uptime
- One of the largest list of On-Net Providers in the industry. Bluemile can provide connectivity to the majority of the domestic service providers all with our own network
- VoIP, Internet, Metro, and Long Haul Inter/City are all available from Bluemile
Connectivity
- Only carrier neutral data center in Columbus that offers co-location with AT&T (LEC) at a fiber level
- Access to alternative local loop providers (CLEC)
- Multiple fiber entry points into the building
- Pre-run conduits with preinstalled inner duct assures rapid access into the facility
- Multiple carriers providing connection options
Environmental
- Thirteen 20 Ton HVAC units
- Configured for N+1 redundancy
- Temperature maintained at 72 degrees F dry bulb at ASRAE 1%
- Non-condensing humidity maintained between 30% and 60%
- Standby power provided in the event of long term power outage
Facility
- 26,000 sq. ft. data center space, expandable to 52,000 sq. ft.
- Access to local and long haul fiber networks
- Located within the AT&T downtown zero mile local loop
- Roof rights with clear line of sight to the north, east, and west
Installation
- On-site professional installation team available
- Expedited installation available
- Clients are welcome to bring their own racks or cabinets
- Racks, cabinets, cages, and custom suites can all be provided
Meet Me Room
- The Meet Me Room is a specialized area where all carrier and customer connections terminate
- Carrier and customer patch panels are located side by side facilitating connection choice and interconnects
- Flat rate pricing for cross connects by connection type regardless of carrier or connection size
- Transition to a new carrier requires a patch cord change not an equipment move
- Carrier mix creates easy access to redundant and failover connections
- Any carrier is welcome to establish a presence in the MMR to serve their customers
Professional Services
- 24/7 Onsite National Support Center to address critical issues
- 24/7 Onsite System Monitoring
- Senior level engineers to help with any network project
- Complete infrastructure management or service as needed
- Our extensive business partner program gives customers access to a multitude of consultants to help on projects of any size
Security
- 24/7/365 card key with pin access
- All entry and exit points to the facility are monitored via CCTV
- Remote monitoring and dispatch services
- Pre-action sprinkler rated for telecommunication equipment and computer rooms
- Under-floor leak detection system
- Integrated smoke/heat system
- High level of security using a one-way portal which allows entry by only one person at a time and the dual-factor biometrics access controls.
Flexibility
- Flexibility to select the size and type of enclosure for your space and flexibility to change when needed
- Flexibility to select the carrier or carriers that are right for your solution
- Utilize your existing staff, a vendor or Bluemile staff to assist in managing your solution
- Optical interfaces to major carriers and telecommunications providers deliver the highest quality service
- Each megabit of Bluemile optimized bandwidth that you purchase is reserved for your exclusive use
- Additional Services are available from Bluemile including VoIP, Transport, Hosting, or Professional Services
Stand By Power
- One megawatt standby generator powers the entire facility including: security, AC, DC and HVAC
- Two days of runtime on full load, without refueling
- Two hour response time specified in the refueling contract