Units 2 & 3, Pelham Rd, Central Park Dr
CV23 0PB Rugby
United Kingdom
nLighten (Rugby BHX2)
The Rugby facility is engineered for high performance workloads, featuring a fully built out power capacity of 1.25 MW. It is designed with a Power Usage Effectiveness value of 1.29, reflecting a strong commitment to energy efficiency. To support the diverse needs of its clients, the center offers standard power densities of 2 to 7 kW per rack, with the capability to scale up to 12 kW for high density air cooling or over 50 kW for specialized AI ready rear door cooling configurations.
Workspace and Infrastructure Design
The data center provides a fully built out whitespace of 560 square meters, offering a variety of colocation options including full cabinets, partial cabinets, and shared rackspace footprints. The facility is built to a Tier 3 design standard, ensuring it is concurrently maintainable. This allows any component in the power or cooling distribution path to be removed for maintenance without disrupting ongoing operations.
Connectivity and Location Advantages
Strategically positioned near the M6 motorway and approximately 30 minutes from Birmingham Airport, the center serves as a critical regional telecommunications nexus. It is a carrier neutral facility featuring diverse fiber entry points and dedicated meet me areas. This connectivity enables access to a growing ecosystem of partners and global cloud providers while maintaining ultra low latency for regional data processing.
Security and Access Control
Security is a foundational pillar of the Rugby Data Center, which employs a five lines of defense strategy. The site is ISO27001 certified and protected by continuous CCTV surveillance with full coverage and compliant data storage. Access is strictly managed through dual factor authentication using biometric verification such as fingerprint recognition along with secure card based access control.
Resilience and Environmental Safety
To guarantee operational continuity, the center includes redundant N plus 1 power supplies with independent A and B feeds delivered to every cabinet. These are supported by UPS battery backups and onsite standby generators. Cooling and humidity systems comply with ASHRAE A1 standards to protect sensitive equipment. The facility is also equipped with advanced VESDA early smoke detection and fire suppression systems designed for high density data hall environments.
Support and Onsite Services
Clients at the Rugby site benefit from professional onsite technical staff available during standard business hours, along with dedicated office space for visiting teams. For urgent requirements outside these hours, the facility provides continuous Remote Hands services and a round the clock Network Operations Center. This support structure ensures installations, circuit testing, and troubleshooting are handled efficiently to maintain a service availability level of 99.982 %.
Why Choose Birmingham Dc 2
Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham Dc 2
Total Critical Power
1.25 MWIndicates the maximum uninterrupted power capacity the facility can support during operation.
Max Power Rack
7 KWSpecifies the maximum power allocation per rack, ensuring high-density deployments.
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.
Total Whitespace
560 Sq.m.Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.
Office Space
On-premises workspace for clients or partners.
Onsite Technical Staff
Certified technicians available on-site to assist with technical needs.
Key Performance Metrics
99.99%
Uptime SLA
1.25 MW
Total Power
24/7
Remote Hand Support
Compliance & Certifications
Tier 3
Uptime Institute (Design)
ISO 27001
Information Security
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
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