601 W. Polk St.
60607 Chicago
Illinois, USA
8.13 Miles to nearest airport
TierPoint
Located in the heart of Chicago, just west of the Loop, TierPoint's Chicago-Polk data center offers exceptional access to power and connectivity. Housed in a building with a unique history and fortified by modernized infrastructure, this facility supports flexible data center services ranging from carrier-neutral colocation to private suites. This enables customers to efficiently scale their IT operations all under one roof.
Strategic Connectivity and Capacity
Originally developed as a carrier hotel, the Chicago-Polk facility is directly connected to Chicago's primary fiber optic ring. This strategic positioning provides low latency access to all major data centers and exchanges throughout downtown Chicago. The data center boasts a fully built-out whitespace of 16,000 square feet within a total building size of 107,000 square feet, offering ample room to accommodate diverse customer needs.
Robust Power Infrastructure
The facility is equipped with true 2N UPS redundancy in each electrical system, ensuring uninterrupted power availability. Standby power is supported by two 2.25 MW diesel generators on-site, complemented by a 2,300-gallon fuel tank and an additional external 14,000-gallon tank, guaranteeing reliable backup power for critical operations.
Comprehensive Security Measures
Security at the Chicago-Polk data center is enforced through multiple layers including CCTV surveillance, biometric access control, and card access control systems. These measures ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive areas, maintaining a secure environment for all hosted equipment.
Wide Range of Services
Customers can choose from a variety of service options such as full cabinets, partial cabinets, shared rack space, cages, private suites, footprints, and remote hands support. This flexibility allows businesses to tailor their colocation and data center needs effectively.
Compliance and Certifications
The data center complies with a range of rigorous industry standards and certifications, including DSS PCI, ISO 27001, HIPAA, EU-US Privacy Shield, SOC 1 Type II, and SOC 2 Type II. These certifications demonstrate TierPoint’s commitment to data security, privacy, and operational excellence.
Network Connectivity
TierPoint’s Chicago-Polk facility supports peering with nine different networks, enhancing connectivity options and optimizing network performance for clients.
Why Choose Chicago Dc 26
Chicago Dc 26 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 26
UPS Redundancy
2NEnsures continuous power supply via redundant UPS systems in case of failure.
Standby Power Redundancy
2NSupports critical systems with backup power sources during outages or maintenance.
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
16,000 Sq.f.Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.
Total Building Size
107,000 Sq.f.Total structural area of the facility housing all infrastructure.
Key Performance Metrics
99.99%
Uptime SLA
24/7
Remote Hand Support
24/7
Remote Hand Support
Compliance & Certifications
PCI DSS
Certified
SOC 1
Type II Certified
SOC 2
Type II Certified
ISO 27001
Information Security
HIPAA
Health Privacy
EU-US
Compliant
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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