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Rackspace’s data centers are engineered to the highest levels of reliability, with extensive systems to address security and network redundancy. Reliability is guaranteed via redundancy in key systems such as network, electrical and HVAC. Specifically, Rackspace’s Virginia facility utilizes five concurrent Internet backbone connections from the following service providers:
- Qwest (OC-12 fiber optic cable)
- Time Warner (Gigabit Ethernet)
- AT&T (OC-12 fiber optic cable)
- Sprint (OC-12 fiber optic cable)
- UUNet (OC-12 fiber optic cable)
Rackspace’s data center provides N+1 electrical reliability by virtue of high capacity systems and redundancy in the following ways:
- Networked electrical grid connectivity
- Full-capacity conditioned-power UPS systems
- On-site backup generators, regularly tested to ensure emergency functionality
Rackspace’s data center heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are also fully redundant:
- Duplicate HVAC system on standby in the event of main system failure
- Air is circulated and filtered every 90 seconds to remove dust and contaminants
- An advanced fire-suppression system is in place to prevent fire from spreading
The data center is highly secure and utilizes two-factor security systems which include biometric hand scanners and closed circuit television cameras.
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Mercury New Media’s partnership with Rackspace enables Mercury to seamlessly provide our clients with highly reliable enterprise-class hosting services while cost-effectively hosting their sites within a world-class technical infrastructure.
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