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Danami utilizes the renowned Softlayer network and data center for all our dedicated servers. Softlayer allows us to control every aspect of our hosting operation, whether it is rDNS records, switch ports, server power, and console services to allow us to troubleshoot any problem without involving a data center technician. This allows us to get more done in a smaller amount of time and keep away potential downtime.

Benefits of the SoftLayer Public Network Structure

  • Multiple Internet Backbone Connections
  • Cisco Systems 10G Network
  • Cisco Guard DDOS Protection
  • Tipping Point IPS/IDS Protection
  • Arbor Peakflow Traffic Analysis
  • Arbor Atlas Global Traffic Analyzer
  • Automated IP Routing and Management
  • Individual Secure Private VLAN per Customer
  • Add Servers to Existing VLANs On-the-Fly
  • Add Services to Existing Servers On-the-Fly
  • Gigabit Speeds from Server to Internet
  • Supports Dedicated, VDS, Grid Technologies

Softlayer Dallax, TX

The SoftLayer Dallas datacenter is a Tier IV datacenter facility located inside the well known INFOMART telecom hotel near downtown Dallas. Specializing in datacenter and hosting facilities, INFOMART is home to multiple datacenters including MCI, Level 3, Equinix, Verio, Switch & Data, Verizon, DataSides, and more. The building sits atop three redundant electrical grids from TXU delivering diverse power to each quadrant of the building. HVAC needs are supplied via five one hundred ton onsite water chillers to deliver N+1 cooling requirements. Home to over twelve switch sites and thirty-five different carriers, INFOMART houses technology and telecom related businesses in a complex communications ecosystem.

With room for over 25,000 dedicated servers, the private N+1 datacenter facility incorporates the following infrastructure:

  • 6000 amps 480v Input Power
  • 6 x 750Kva UPS Battery Backup Units
  • 3 x 2000Kw Diesel Generator with Onsite Fuel Storage
  • Redundant Liebert 30 Ton HVAC Units
  • Pre-Action Dry Pipe Fire Suppression
  • Proximity Security Badge Access
  • Digital Security Video Surveillance

SoftLayer Seattle, WA

SoftLayer Seattle is ideally located outside the Seattle Fault Zone and liquifaction area, and is designed and constructed to sustain a seismic event while maintaining business functions. Superior network connectivity with Seattle’s robust optic loops keeps latency low. The availability of more than ten internet service providers gives both flexibility and redundancy. 55 MW existing electrical capacity, 45 onsite generators with one half million gallons of on site fuel storage, and a carrier vault system supported by more than fifty miles of embedded, secure conduits, combine with SoftLayer’s industry-leading hosting services to provide customer’s with the ultimate in security and reliability.

With room for over 10,000 dedicated servers, is housed in a private N+1 datacenter facility incorporating the following infrastructure:

  • 2000 amps 480v Input Power
  • 4 x 500Kva UPS Battery Backup Units
  • 2000Kw Diesel Generator with Onsite Fuel Storage
  • Redundant Liebert 30 Ton HVAC Units
  • Pre-Action Dry Pipe Fire Suppression
  • Proximity Security Badge Access
  • Digital Security Video Surveillance

SoftLayer Washington, DC

SoftLayer Washington DC is located just 7 miles from Dulles airport in a facility certified to the highest standards in the industry. The DC area has one of the highest concentrations of fiber connectivity in the US and provides SoftLayer and its customers with multiple network options and world class performance. The facility was designed to full Tier IV standards and provides multiple redundant power connections, in addition to the three 2-megawatt generators and eight 750 kVA redundant UPS systems. As with all SoftLayer data centers, the facility has 24×7 onsite support and multiple security protocols to gain entry to the building. SoftLayer customers looking for a world class facility in every possible way will find it with this data center.

With room for over 10,000 dedicated servers, is housed in a private N+1 datacenter facility incorporating the following infrastructure:

  • 34 x 480v 3-Phase PDUs
  • 8 x 750Kva UPS Battery Backup Inits
  • Three 2-megawatt Diesel Generators with On-site Fuel Storage
  • Redundant 30-ton CRAC Units
  • FM-200 Fire Suppression System with VESDA
  • Biometric Security System
  • Digital Security Video Surveillance