Environment
Precision-controlled air conditioning systems protect and cool mission-critical servers
and equipment in the Network Operations Center. The facility is controlled by York
quad-compresser / dual-blower redundant systems. These systems provide a virtually
dust-free and particle-free computing environment, with temperature, humidity, and
air-quality regulation.
Failsafe Power Supply
The Network Operations Center currently has 800amps 3-Phase AC power. The facility is
backed up and protected by UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems on each individual
rack. In a very rare case of utility outage, a Cummins 250KW diesel generator starts
automatically, taking over for the UPS systems and supplying all necessary power for the
facility. The generator interfaces to the power grid thru a Cutler-Hammer automatic
transfer panel. The generator is powered by a 500 gallon fuel tank, capable of running
without refueling for approximately 80 hours.
Security
Restricted access to the Network Operations Center is monitored by qualified personnel 24
hours a day, every day. The entire Network Operations Center is monitored, ensuring prompt
response and thorough coverage to fire or security alarms. We supply all our Network
Operations Center customers with advanced firewall, encryption, intrusion detection and
other security measures.
24x7x365 Monitoring
The Datacenter uses
industry standard-SNMP(Simple Network Management Protocol) and provides
round-the-clock monitoring of all hardware, including routers, switches, UPS systems, and
servers. The Network Operations Center also monitors power, environmental factors (such as
temperature and humidity), generator status, and network connectivity. All critical
services/ports are monitored, including FTP, HTTP, SMTP, HTTPS, SSH, TELNET, and POP3. We
provide network monitoring of the Local Area Network, Internet connectivity (all routers,
switches, and wiring), and the Internet backbone via MRTG.
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