1500 E Higgins Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA
60007 Elk Grove Village
Illinois, USA
Prime Data Centers (Building 1)
Prime Chicago 1 is a purpose-built hyperscale data center located in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. As the first of three planned facilities on Prime Data Centers’ Chicago campus, it offers a robust infrastructure tailored for high-density workloads such as artificial intelligence. With a critical IT load capacity of 72 megawatts and 242,052 square feet of whitespace, the facility ensures long-term scalability for enterprises, hyperscalers, and service providers. The building spans a total of 384,210 square feet across three solid-floor levels.
Property and Construction
Built on a total plot size of 1,295,910 square feet, Prime Chicago 1 is a purpose-built structure designed to accommodate mission-critical infrastructure. The solid floor design across three stories provides stability and load-bearing capacity suitable for high-density data deployments.
Power and Cooling
Engineered for energy efficiency, Prime Chicago 1 operates with a low Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.25. Power systems are designed with N+1 redundancy, including uninterruptible power supply (UPS), cooling infrastructure, and standby generators. This configuration ensures continuous operation and fault tolerance, even during maintenance or component failure.
Security
The facility offers comprehensive physical security features to protect critical infrastructure. These include a fenced perimeter, mantrap entry systems, biometric and card access control, and 24/7 CCTV surveillance. Onsite security personnel are present around the clock, supported by continuous monitoring systems and automatic fire suppression.
Amenities
Prime Chicago 1 is equipped with a wide range of amenities to support operational efficiency and tenant comfort. These include a Meet-Me Room (MMR), conference rooms, breakrooms, and dedicated office space. Additional support services such as crash carts, loaner tools, WiFi, and loading bays are also available. Parking is provided on-site.
Services
The data center offers flexible deployment options including full and partial cabinets, shared rackspace, and build-to-suit solutions. Tenants can also lease dedicated footprints and take advantage of Remote Hands services for offsite equipment management.
Compliance and Certifications
Prime Chicago 1 meets Tier III design standards, offering concurrently maintainable systems to ensure high availability. The facility is ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certified, ensuring compliance with leading data security and operational standards.
Why Choose Chicago Dc 21
Chicago Dc 21 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 21
Total Critical Power
72 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.
Standby Power Redundancy
N+1Supports critical systems with backup power sources during outages or maintenance.
Cooling Redundancy
N+1Maintains 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
242,052 Sq.f.Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.
Total Building Size
384,210 Sq.f.Total structural area of the facility housing all infrastructure.
Loading Bay
Supports equipment loading and unloading operations.
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.
Loaner Tools
Spare tools provided for on-site maintenance and installation.
Onsite Technical Staff
Certified technicians available on-site to assist with technical needs.
Key Performance Metrics
99.99%
Uptime SLA
72 MW
Total Power
24/7
Remote Hand Support
Compliance & Certifications
Tier 3
Uptime Institute (Design)
SOC 2
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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