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711 N. Edgewood Ave. 60191 Wood Dale Illinois, USA
2.49 Miles to nearest airport
Element Critical (Chicago One)

Element Critical Chicago One is a high-performance data center located at 711 N. Edgewood Ave., Wood Dale, Illinois. Strategically positioned in the Chicago metropolitan area, this facility offers a robust infrastructure designed to support modern enterprise and IT requirements with high reliability and scalability.

Facility Specifications

The total building spans 151,000 square feet, with 85,500 square feet of fully built-out whitespace. The data center delivers a fully built-out power capacity of 7 megawatts, with each rack supporting up to 20 kW of power, making it ideal for high-density computing environments.

Power and Cooling Infrastructure

Chicago One features a 2N UPS power redundancy design, ensuring uninterrupted power delivery to critical systems. Cooling infrastructure is engineered with N+1 redundancy and includes N+20% unit redundancy to support all critical service loads. This design supports optimal performance and environmental efficiency.

Security Measures

The facility is protected by comprehensive security protocols including 24/7 onsite security staff, biometric access control, card access systems, and continuous CCTV surveillance. Fire protection is provided through a pre-action dual interlock dry pipe sprinkler system with nitrogen in data zones, and a wet sprinkler system for the office areas.

Customer Amenities

To support onsite personnel and clients, Element Critical Chicago One provides a range of amenities including conference rooms, breakrooms, and dedicated office space, creating a productive and comfortable environment.

Available Services

The data center offers flexible colocation services such as full and partial cabinets, shared rackspace, cages, private suites, and footprints. Additionally, remote hands services are available for enhanced operational support.

Compliance and Certifications

Element Critical Chicago One is designed to meet Tier 3 standards and adheres to a range of industry certifications including PCI DSS, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOC 1 Type II, and SOC 2 Type II, ensuring compliance and trust for regulated industries.

Connectivity and Network

The facility hosts 1 peering network and is serviced by 1 network provider, offering essential connectivity for enterprise and service provider customers.

Why Choose Chicago Dc 27

Chicago Dc 27 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 27

Total Critical Power

7 MW

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

Max Power Rack

20 KW

Specifies the maximum power allocation per rack, ensuring high-density deployments.

UPS Redundancy

2N

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

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.

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

85,500 Sq.f.

Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.

Total Building Size

151,000 Sq.f.

Total structural area of the facility housing all infrastructure.

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.

Key Performance Metrics

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

Compliance & Certifications

Tier 3
Uptime Institute (Design)
PCI DSS
PCI DSS
Certified
SOC 1
SOC 1
Type II Certified
SOC 2
SOC 2
Type II Certified
ISO 27001
ISO 27001
Information Security
HIPAA
HIPAA
Health Privacy

Our Colocation Plans

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