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1 Airport Gate, Bath Rd UB7 0NA Middlesex United Kingdom
Digital Realty (LHR17)

The West Drayton data centre is strategically located in West London and serves as a key hub for colocation services. It offers approximately 2,100m² of customer space across two floors, making it an ideal facility for international enterprises and IT service companies. In addition, it operates as a complementary site to Docklands and City data centres, supporting customers who require dual or resilient colocation strategies. With over 25 network providers available within the building, the site is extremely well connected.

Facility Design & Capacity

The facility spans a total building size of 4,000m² and provides a fully built-out whitespace of 4,153m². It is equipped to deliver a fully built-out power capacity of 2.9 MW. A wide range of colocation solutions are available, including full cabinets, partial cabinets, shared rackspace, cages, and suites, along with footprints and remote hands services. The building is designed over two floors with raised flooring to support efficient IT operations.

Power & Cooling Infrastructure

To ensure reliability and business continuity, the West Drayton data centre is built with N+1 redundancy across its UPS systems, cooling infrastructure, and standby power. This design guarantees resilience and helps maintain uninterrupted services even during maintenance or unexpected failures.

Security & Fire Protection

Security measures include a fenced perimeter, 24/7 CCTV surveillance, biometric and card access control, as well as onsite security staff available around the clock. Fire protection is provided through an advanced automatic fire suppression system utilizing HI-FOG technology, ensuring rapid response and safety for critical equipment.

Connectivity & Interconnection

With 16 peering networks and over 25 carriers present within the building, the West Drayton data centre offers robust interconnection opportunities. This extensive network presence ensures high levels of connectivity, making it an attractive choice for enterprises requiring reliable and diverse interconnection options.

Certifications & Standards

The facility maintains compliance with leading international standards, holding certifications such as DSS PCI, ISO27001, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO50001, SOC 2 Type II, and SOC 3 Type II. These certifications demonstrate its strong commitment to security, quality, environmental management, health and safety, energy efficiency, and operational excellence.

Additional Features

Customers at the West Drayton data centre benefit from 24/7 onsite technical staff and a range of amenities including a Meet-Me-Room (MMR), conference rooms, office space, crash carts, breakrooms, WiFi, and onsite parking with 45 bays. These additional features enhance both the operational and customer experience at the facility.

Why Choose London Dc 7

London Dc 7 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 London 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 London Dc 7

Total Critical Power

2.9 MW

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

UPS Redundancy

N+1

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

Standby Power Redundancy

N+1

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.

Fire Suppression System

Provides a comprehensive system to control or extinguish fires automatically.

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.

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

4,000 Sq.m.

Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.

Total Building Size

4,153 Sq.m.

Total structural area of the facility housing all infrastructure.

Parking Available

Yes

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.

Onsite Technical Staff

Certified technicians available on-site to assist with technical needs.

Key Performance Metrics

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

Compliance & Certifications

PCI DSS
PCI DSS
Certified
SOC 2
SOC 2
Type II Certified
SOC 3
SOC 3
Type II Certified
ISO 27001
ISO 27001
Information Security
ISO 9001
ISO 9001
Quality Management
ISO 14001
ISO 14001
Environmental Management
ISO 45001
ISO 45001
Occupational Health
ISO 50001
ISO 50001
Energy Management

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