35 Collegeview Road
43081 Westerville
Ohio, USA
8.7 Miles to nearest airport
City of Westerville - WeConnect (WeConnect Community)
Established in 2010, WeConnect holds the distinction of being the first municipally owned, managed, and operated Data Center in the United States. It serves as a vital connectivity hub for businesses in Westerville and the surrounding region, aiming to support growing technical needs. The facility is strategically located at 35 Collegeview Rd.
Facility and Colocation Services
The core of WeConnect's offering is its 16,000 sq. ft., Tier 3 Data Center, which began operations in 2012. Within this purpose-built structure, it provides a world-class, safe, and secure environment for businesses to house highly critical and sensitive technology assets through colocation services. These services are available with tenancy options including Full Cabinets, Partial Cabinets, Shared Rackspace, Cages, and Build-to-Suit arrangements.
Power and Cooling Infrastructure
The center is designed for high performance and reliability, featuring a Tier 3 design and certification. It has a Fully Built-Out Power capacity of 3 MW and offers a max power density of 50 kW/rack or 30 kW/sq.f. The infrastructure boasts N+1 redundancy for all critical systems: UPS Redundancy (Vertiv), Cooling Redundancy (Liquid Gylcol Closed Loop with roof chillers and redundant ducted CRAC units), and Standby Power Redundancy (Redundant 750kW Diesel Generators).
Security and Certifications
To ensure the safety of housed assets, the data center maintains rigorous security protocols, including a Fenced Perimeter, Mantrap Entry, CCTV surveillance, Biometric Access Control, and Card Access Control. Fire safety is managed by an Automatic Firesuppression system, specifically Dual Preaction Dry Pipe. Furthermore, WeConnect holds several key compliance certifications: Tier 3, DSS PCI Certified, SOC 1 Type I Certified, and SOC 2 Type I Certified.
Connectivity and Fiber Network
Beyond colocation, WeConnect offers an affordable advanced fiber optic network to local businesses, delivering internet connectivity at the highest possible speeds with ultra-low latency. The facility functions as a significant point of interconnection, featuring 1 Internet Exchange Point, 2 Peering networks, and 18 Network providers connected via its Meet-Me-Room (MMR).
Operational Support and Staffing
The data center operates with 8,000 sq.f. of Fully Built-Out Whitespace. While it does not have onsite security staff, it ensures continuous operational excellence with onsite technical staff available 24/7. The facility's construction provides a Solid Floor with a 240-inch Floor to Ceiling Height and is Whitespace expandable.
Business Impact and Amenities
WeConnect's meaningful offerings are designed to enable existing businesses to thrive locally and compete globally, while also attracting new-generation businesses to the region. To support client operations and comfort, the facility provides various amenities, including a Conference Room, Breakroom, Office Space, Loading Bay, Crash Cart(s), Loaner Tools, WiFi, and open parking lot with ample space.
Why Choose Columbus Dc 5
Columbus Dc 5 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 Columbus 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 Columbus Dc 5
Total Critical Power
3 MWIndicates the maximum uninterrupted power capacity the facility can support during operation.
Max Power Rack
50 KWSpecifies the maximum power allocation per rack, ensuring high-density deployments.
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.
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.
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
8,000 Sq.f.Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.
Total Building Size
16,000 Sq.f.Total structural area of the facility housing all infrastructure.
Whitespace Expandable
Allows for future expansion of the whitespace area.
Roof Access
Facilitates maintenance or antenna installations on the roof.
Loading Bay
Supports equipment loading and unloading operations.
Parking Available
Open Parking Lot With Ample Space
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
3 MW
Total Power
18
Providers
24/7
Remote Hand Support
Compliance & Certifications
Tier 3
Uptime Institute (Design)
Tier 3
Constructed Facility
PCI DSS
Compliant
SOC 1
Type I Certified
SOC 2
Type II Certified
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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