March 8th Update – we’re online!
by chrisbyrd on Mar.08, 2009, under Build Progress
Apart from a final ’snag list’ of cosmetic touch-ups, the datacentre is now complete 
- The fully resilient network is now operational
- The N+1 close-control cooling is up and running
- Local Authority Building Control have signed off all the works
- Electrical infrastructure is fully complete, certified and online, including generator and N+1 UPS protection and power conditioning
- The numerous fire detection and suppression systems are now active
- Security systems are online, including detailed internal & external IP CCTV, proximity door access and priority-response RedCare alarm system
There are now more than 200 live operational servers online at the facility, with another 300 due to be moved over the coming weeks.
The finishing touches are being completed to the office areas, with a view to our permanent sales, technical support and NOC operations moving here within the next couple of weeks.
See below for some photographs of progress over the past week or so…
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- G652 optical fibre
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- Downstairs lift lobby area
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- VESDA Sniffer Units
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- Window Security & FM200 Gas
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- First servers online
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- Racks
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- Overhead data cabling
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- Board & Meeting Room
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- FM200 Fire Suppression Gas
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- More Servers
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- Dont lick
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- Airconditioning Condensor Units
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- Generator Connections
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- Technical Team
1 comment for this entry:
March 8th, 2009 on 2:01 pm
Thanks for posting the article, was certainly a great read!