3901 Great Plains Dr S
58104 Fargo
North Dakota, USA
Dakota Carrier Network (DCN Fargo Great Plains)
The DCN Fargo Data Center is housed in a carrier grade hardened facility designed for extreme durability. Spanning a total building size of 23,180 square feet, the structure is built to withstand North Dakota’s harshest weather, including EF4 tornado force winds. This robust physical foundation ensures that the core of the state’s high speed internet connectivity remains intact even during significant natural disasters.
Power and Redundancy Systems
To maintain its commitment to five nines 99.999 percent network uptime, the facility utilizes high level redundancy for all critical power components. The Uninterruptible Power Supply systems and standby power generators are configured with 2N redundancy, meaning there is a complete mirror of the power system ready to take over instantly. This level of preparation ensures that critical operations never face interruption due to grid failure.
Climate Control and Environment Management
The data center maintains a precision controlled environment to protect sensitive hardware from overheating. The cooling systems are designed with N plus 1 redundancy, providing an extra layer of protection should a primary cooling unit require maintenance or fail. Additionally, the facility is equipped with a dry fire suppression system, which is specifically designed to extinguish threats without damaging electronic components with water.
Security and Access Control
Security is a top priority at the Fargo facility, which is SOC 2 Type II certified, reflecting its adherence to rigorous data protection standards. The center employs a multi layered security approach including 24 by 7 CCTV surveillance, biometric access control, and card access protocols. These measures ensure that only authorized personnel can enter the premises, protecting the integrity of the hosted equipment.
Flexible Colocation Solutions
The data center offers a wide range of space configurations to meet the diverse needs of its clients. These options include full cabinets, partial cabinets, and shared rackspace for smaller deployments, as well as private cages and suites for larger enterprises requiring dedicated areas. Furthermore, the facility features a Meet Me Room, allowing for seamless interconnection between different telecommunications carriers and service providers.
Proactive Monitoring and Support
The backbone of the facility’s reliability is its 24 by 7 by 365 proactive monitoring and management services. Highly qualified technicians are on site and available via Remote Hands services to assist with hardware troubleshooting and network management at any hour. This constant oversight ensures that the self healing network remains optimised and that any potential issues are addressed before they can impact service.
Why Choose Fargo Dc 2
Fargo Dc 2 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 Fargo 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 Fargo Dc 2
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.
Cooling Redundancy
N+1Maintains optimal temperatures through backup cooling systems.
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.
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.
Total Whitespace
23,180 Sq.f.Indicates available raised floor space for IT infrastructure.
Key Performance Metrics
99.99%
Uptime SLA
24/7
Remote Hand Support
24/7
Remote Hand Support
Compliance & Certifications
Tier 2
Uptime Institute (Design)
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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