Poortakkerstraat 33
9051 Gent
Belgium
1.28 Miles to nearest airport
Datacenter United (DC Ghent)
The DCstar datacenter in Ghent is a modern, purpose-built facility operational since 2013, designed for high efficiency and reliability, boasting an extremely low Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.15. It offers a substantial 1,100 sq.m. of Live Whitespace for customer use.
Facility Capacity
The datacenter has a Fully Built-Out Power capacity of 1 MW, dedicated to supporting customer IT infrastructure.
Facility Specifications
The facility provides flexible hosting options including Full Cabinets, Partial Cabinets, Shared Rackspace, Cages, and Suites with various footprints. It features 2N 42U racks available for both high density or low density configurations in shared or private environments. The cooling system utilizes a redundant indirect free air & adiabatic cooling system supplemented by a chiller solution, along with Hot aisle containment to maximize efficiency. A dedicated fire detection system (VESDA) and suppression system is also in place.
Redundancy and Reliability
The DCstar facility is certified as a Tier 3 datacenter, often referenced as Tier 3+ due to its robust design, ensuring high availability. It maintains 2N redundancy for both the UPS systems and the Standby Power (generator). The cooling system is also designed with redundancy.
Scalable Colocation Options
DCstar offers a range of colocation products, enabling customers to choose single, twin, or multi-datacenter solutions, which are essential components of a sound disaster recovery plan. Options include 2N 42U racks in various densities and environments, alongside various physical space offerings. Services range from Remote Hands & Eyes to full Rack & Stack support.
Security and Compliance
The datacenter adheres to stringent compliance standards, holding certifications for ISO 27001 (Information Security Management), ISO 9001 (Quality Management), and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and is DSS PCI Compliant. Security measures include Two-factor authentication for access and Full camera coverage throughout the facility.
Additional Amenities and Connectivity
Customers benefit from 24/7 access to the facility. Connectivity features include Patch to MMR (Meet-Me-Room) and 100 Mb internet access included as standard, along with various Network break-outs. The facility houses 1 Internet Exchange Point and connects to 7 Peering networks. For multi-datacenter solutions, a redundant dark fiber ring (dc interconnect) ensures reliable, high-speed connection between DCstar's various sites.
Why Choose Gent Dc 2
Gent Dc 2 data center is built to meet the demands of modern enterprises, offering robust infrastructure, premium connectivity, and top-tier security. Whether you're deploying a single server or scaling to multiple racks, each facility is engineered for performance, reliability, and flexibility.
Tier III Certified
Redundant infrastructure with 99.99% uptime guarantee
Premium Connectivity
Multiple carrier options and low-latency connections
Advanced Security
Biometric access, 24/7 monitoring, and CCTV surveillance
Prime Location
Central Gent location with excellent transport links
Expert Support
Local technical team available 24/7 for remote hands
Scalable Solutions
From single rack to private cage configurations
Technical Specifications
Comprehensive infrastructure details for Gent Dc 2
Total Critical Power
1 MWIndicates the maximum uninterrupted power capacity the facility can support during operation.
UPS Redundancy
2NEnsures continuous power supply via redundant UPS systems in case of failure.
Standby Power Redundancy
2NSupports critical systems with backup power sources during outages or maintenance.
Meet-Me-Room (MMR)
Enables cross-connection between carriers and customers within the facility.
Total Whitespace
1,100 Sq.m.Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.
Key Performance Metrics
99.99%
Uptime SLA
1 MW
Total Power
24/7
Remote Hand Support
Compliance & Certifications
Tier 3
Uptime Institute (Design)
PCI DSS
Compliant
ISO 27001
Information Security
ISO 9001
Quality Management
ISO 14001
Environmental Management
Our Colocation Plans
SINGLE SERVER
- Server Count: Single Server
- Rack Space: 1U, 2U, or 4U
- Power: 2-3 Amps, 120V AC
- Network Speed Port: 1Gbps
- 24/7 Support & Reboots: Yes
- Free Setup: Yes
QUATER RACK
- Rack Space: 1/4 Rack
- Specs: 10U, 17.5” Height
- Power: 5 Amps, 120V AC
- Network Speed Port: 1Gbps
- 24/7 Support & Reboots: Yes
- Free Setup: Yes
HALF RACK
- Rack Space: 1/2 Rack
- Specs: 21U, 36.75″ Height
- Power: 20 Amps, 120V AC
- Network Speed Port: 1Gbps
- 24/7 Support & Reboots: Yes
- Free Setup: Yes
FULL RACK
- Server Count: Upto 42 Servers
- Specs: 42U, 73.50″ Height
- Power: 20+ Amps, 120V AC
- Network Speed Port: 1Gbps
- 24/7 Support & Reboots: Yes
- Free Setup: Yes
Want to get a custom quote?
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