350 East Cermak Road
60616 Chicago
Illinois, USA
16.8 Miles to nearest airport
Digital Realty (ORD10)
Digital Realty’s facility at 350 East Cermak Road, also known as the Lakeside Technology Center, stands as one of the largest and most interconnected multi-tenant data centers in the world. Spanning over 1.1 million square feet with access to more than 100 MW of utility power, it serves as a critical hub for enterprise, cloud, and content providers. Located in the South Loop of Chicago’s Central Business District, this facility is the premier mission-critical data center and telecommunications site in the Midwest.
Location and Connectivity
Strategically positioned in the Prairie Avenue District near McCormick Place and the Museum Campus, the facility is minutes from Chicago's financial district and well connected to major transportation routes. It enjoys proximity to both O’Hare (ORD) and Midway (MDW) International Airports. With over 70 network providers and 4 internet exchange points, 350 East Cermak is the most interconnected facility of its kind in the region, supporting 94 peering networks and hosting 6 colocation providers.
Historical Significance
Originally constructed in 1912 and opened in 1924 as The R.R. Donnelley Printing Plant (also known as The Calumet or Lakeside Plant), the building was designed to accommodate heavy printing equipment. This robust infrastructure later made it ideal for data center use. In 1999, the property was retrofitted into a carrier hotel, transforming it into one of the Midwest’s most important digital infrastructure assets.
Facility Specifications
The building comprises 8 floors and supports a maximum floor load of 250 lbs per square foot. It provides a fully built-out power capacity of 19.5 MW and a total of 206,100 square feet of usable whitespace. The total facility size is an impressive 1,133,000 square feet.
Power and Cooling Infrastructure
The data center supports a maximum power density of 0.3 kW per square foot and operates with an N+1 UPS redundancy configuration. The UPS system delivers a total capacity of 70,000 kW. Cooling is also configured at N+1 redundancy, with in-room systems providing an additional 15% capacity for failover. Backup power is supported by generators offering a total standby capacity of 150,000 kW.
Security and Staffing
Security at 350 East Cermak is top-tier, featuring 24/7 onsite security personnel, biometric access control, card access systems, and comprehensive CCTV surveillance. Technical staff are also present around the clock to ensure continuous operations and rapid response.
Available Services and Amenities
The facility offers a range of deployment options including full and partial cabinets, shared rackspace, cages, suites, and footprints. A dedicated Meet-Me-Room (MMR) enables seamless interconnection between carriers and customers. Remote hands services are also available for operational support.
Certifications and Compliance
350 East Cermak adheres to high industry standards, holding Tier 3 design certification along with DSS PCI, ISO27001, SOC 2 Type II, and SOC 3 Type 2 certifications, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Interconnection and Ecosystem
With 10 network providers onsite and 15 child data center listings, 350 East Cermak serves as a rich ecosystem for digital business. The facility fosters strong network density and offers critical access to peering and cloud exchanges, making it a vital hub for internet and content traffic in the Midwest.
Why Choose Chicago Dc 1
Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago Dc 1
Total Critical Power
19.5 MWIndicates the maximum uninterrupted power capacity the facility can support during operation.
UPS Redundancy
N+1Ensures continuous power supply via redundant UPS systems in case of failure.
Cooling Redundancy
N+1Maintains optimal temperatures through backup cooling systems.
Meet-Me-Room (MMR)
Enables cross-connection between carriers and customers within the facility.
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
206,100 Sq.f.Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.
Total Building Size
1,133,000 Sq.f.Total structural area of the facility housing all infrastructure.
Onsite Technical Staff
Certified technicians available on-site to assist with technical needs.
Key Performance Metrics
99.99%
Uptime SLA
19.5 MW
Total Power
9
Providers
24/7
Remote Hand Support
Compliance & Certifications
Tier 3
Uptime Institute (Design)
PCI DSS
Certified
SOC 2
Type II Certified
SOC 3
Type II Certified
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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