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Corner Rietspruit & Sterling Rd 0187 Centurion South Africa
NTT DATA, Inc. (GDC)

The Johannesburg 1 Data Center is a state-of-the-art, multi-tenant facility operational since 2022, strategically positioned in South Africa's economic heart, Johannesburg. It serves as a pivotal hub for international connectivity and subsea systems, supporting the growing digital transformation needs across South Africa and the wider continent.

Power and Infrastructure

The center boasts a substantial 12 MW of Fully Built-Out Power capacity with a high-availability design. The power infrastructure features 3N/2 UPS Redundancy and 3N/2 Standby Power Redundancy with generator backup, ensuring continuous operation. It offers 6,200 sq.m. of Fully Built-Out Whitespace and is designed to a Tier 3 standard.

Cooling and Redundancy

To maintain critical uptime, the facility employs highly robust and redundant cooling systems, specifically featuring N+1 Cooling Redundancy. This, combined with the power redundancy, ensures the continuous operation essential for today's digital economy.

Sustainability and Certifications

The data center demonstrates a commitment to efficiency and sustainability, underscored by its achievement of multiple key certifications. These include ISO50001 Certified (Energy Management) and ISO22301 Certified (Business Continuity), alongside other standards such as ISO27001 (Information Security), ISO45001 (Occupational Health and Safety), and ISAE3402 Type 2 Certified, in addition to being DSS PCI Compliant.

Security and Safety

Security is paramount and maintained by 24/7 onsite security staff and monitoring. The facility features a secure perimeter, including a Fenced Perimeter and a Mantrap Entry. Access is strictly controlled using Biometric Access Control, Card Access Control, and CCTV surveillance. Fire safety is handled by an Automatic Firesupression system.

Connectivity

Johannesburg 1 offers flexible and robust connectivity options. It is a carrier-neutral facility providing access to 3 Peering networks and 1 Network provider. Services cater to diverse client needs with options for Full Cabinets, Partial Cabinets, Shared Rackspace, Cages, and Suites.

Additional Features

The center is a purpose-built structure spanning 2 Building Floors with a Solid Floor type. It includes essential client and operational amenities such as a Meet-Me-Room (MMR), Conference Room, Breakroom, Office Space, Loading Bay, Crash Cart(s), and WiFi. Remote Hands service is also provided.

Why Choose Johannesburg Dc 1

Johannesburg Dc 1 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg Dc 1

Total Critical Power

12 MW

Indicates the maximum uninterrupted power capacity the facility can support during operation.

UPS Redundancy

3N/2

Ensures continuous power supply via redundant UPS systems in case of failure.

Standby Power Redundancy

3N/2

Supports critical systems with backup power sources during outages or maintenance.

Cooling Redundancy

N+1

Maintains optimal temperatures through backup cooling systems.

Automatic Firesuppression

Instantly detects and suppresses fires without manual intervention.

Meet-Me-Room (MMR)

Enables cross-connection between carriers and customers within the facility.

WiFi

On-site wireless connectivity for operational convenience.

Fenced Perimeter

Enhances physical security with a secure perimeter barrier.

Mantrap Entry

Prevents unauthorized access with secure, two-stage entry points.

CCTV Surveillance

Monitors premises in real-time for safety and compliance.

Biometric Access Control

Secures critical areas with fingerprint or retinal scanning systems.

Card Access Control

Allows controlled entry through RFID or magnetic access cards.

Onsite Security Staff

Ensures 24/7 monitoring by trained security personnel.

Total Whitespace

6,200 Sq.m.

Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.

Loading Bay

Supports equipment loading and unloading operations.

Conference Room

Dedicated space for meetings, collaboration, and customer use.

Breakroom

Provides a relaxation area for staff and technicians.

Office Space

On-premises workspace for clients or partners.

Crash Cart(s)

Mobile toolkits available for immediate troubleshooting.

Key Performance Metrics

99.99%
Uptime SLA
12 MW
Total Power
1
Providers
24/7
Remote Hand Support

Compliance & Certifications

Tier 3
Uptime Institute (Design)
PCI DSS
PCI DSS
Compliant
ISAE 3402
ISAE 3402
Type II Certified
ISO 27001
ISO 27001
Information Security
ISO 22301
ISO 22301
Business Continuity
ISO 45001
ISO 45001
Occupational Health
ISO 50001
ISO 50001
Energy Management

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