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Equinix (MA3) Data Center

Located within the highly advanced Equinix (MA3) facility in Manchester, we offer a premier colocation environment tailored for global enterprises, tech innovators, and digital content creators. Experience absolute peace of mind knowing your mission-critical applications and sensitive data are safeguarded, fully compliant, and continuously available without interruption.

99.99%

Current Uptime

24/7

Security Monitoring

2,663 Sq.m.

Footprint

24/7

Support

Why Choose Manchester DC-5 for Your Enterprise Infrastructure

Strategically positioned in the heart of the city with excellent transport accessibility, Manchester DC-5 is purpose-built to empower modern businesses with resilient and adaptable colocation services. As a fully Tier III certified facility, it guarantees an impeccable 99.99% uptime via deeply redundant power and cooling architectures. Whether your deployment involves just a single server rack or necessitates expansive, bespoke private cages, our highly scalable environment is engineered to grow seamlessly alongside your enterprise operations.

Beyond pure performance, Manchester DC-5 prioritizes the absolute safety and connectivity of your mission-critical assets. The data halls are protected by stringent security protocols, including 24/7 active monitoring, comprehensive CCTV coverage, and advanced biometric entry systems. Clients also benefit from a diverse, multi-carrier ecosystem delivering ultra-low latency routing. To complete the experience, our specialized local technical team remains on-site 24/7, providing expert remote hands assistance to ensure your infrastructure runs flawlessly day and night.

Server Rack at Manchester DC 3
Equinix MA3 Data Center Facility
ISO 27001 & SOC 2
HiFog Suppression
Biometric Access
55 Peering Networks
Equinix (MA3)

Strategic Location: Manchester, UK

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, Equinix provides a robust interconnection platform that bridges over 4,000 organizations across the enterprise, cloud, networking, digital media, and financial sectors. By enabling seamless, direct cross-connections, Equinix empowers clients to build dynamic digital ecosystems that enhance application performance and secure critical digital assets.

The facility offers 2,663 square meters of fully equipped whitespace spread across a two-story building. Engineered with a professional raised floor system, it safely supports heavy IT hardware with a maximum floor load capacity of 1,200 kg/sq.m. Colocation solutions are highly adaptable to varying client requirements, offering everything from shared rack space and partial/full cabinets to fully customized private suites and dedicated cages.

Built for resilience and high-density performance, the data center supports power allocations of up to 20 kW per rack. It maintains an N+1 UPS redundancy, backed by four heavy-duty 2,036 kW standby generators (also in an N+1 configuration) to guarantee uninterrupted operations during utility outages. Climate control is efficiently managed through an advanced chilled water system featuring evaporative cooling towers, operating with N+1 redundancy to sustain optimal server temperatures.

The facility is fortified with comprehensive, multi-layered security protocols. Access is strictly controlled via mantrap entries, biometric scanners, and proximity card readers, all monitored continuously by CCTV. Security personnel are stationed on-site during business hours, while technical experts remain available 24/7 for immediate support. For fire mitigation, the site utilizes an advanced Marioff HiFog water mist suppression system, triggered by a highly accurate double-knock detection mechanism.

Functioning as a premier digital ecosystem hub, this facility offers exceptional network routing options. It hosts a dedicated Internet Exchange Point (IXP) and provides direct access to two primary network providers alongside 55 diverse peering networks. This dense connectivity profile ensures ultra-low latency and superior routing choices for interacting with global partners and end-users.

Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to operational excellence, security, and sustainability, the facility operates at Tier 2 standards. It boasts a comprehensive suite of industry-leading certifications, including PCI-DSS, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22301, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001. Furthermore, it maintains SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II compliance, assuring rigorous internal controls and data protection.

To maximize convenience for visiting IT teams, the data center is equipped with dedicated office spaces, conference rooms, and comfortable break areas. Technical operations are supported by readily available crash carts and expert remote hands services for rapid equipment troubleshooting. Visitors also benefit from complimentary high-speed WiFi and free parking located right next to the building.

Technical Specifications

Max Rack Power

20 KW

High power allocation designed to seamlessly support compute-intensive hardware.

UPS Redundancy

N+1

Fully redundant Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) architecture for absolute reliability.

Standby Power

N+1

Four heavy-duty 2,036 kW standby generators to sustain operations during utility outages.

Cooling Redundancy

N+1

Advanced chilled water system featuring evaporative cooling towers for optimal temperatures.

Fire Detection

Double-Knock

Highly accurate double-knock mechanism for reliable and early fire detection.

Auto Suppression

HiFog

Advanced Marioff HiFog water mist suppression system to protect sensitive IT equipment.

Peering Networks

55

Direct access to 55 diverse peering networks and a dedicated Internet Exchange Point (IXP).

Network Providers

Multiple

Exceptional routing options with direct connections to primary network carriers.

Onsite Connectivity

WiFi

Complimentary high-speed wireless internet access available throughout the facility.

Entry System

Mantrap

Strictly controlled access via anti-tailgating mantrap entry portals.

Surveillance

CCTV 24/7

Continuous high-definition video monitoring across all critical and perimeter areas.

Access Control

Biometric

Multi-layered security utilizing biometric scanners and proximity card readers.

Staffing

Onsite Guards

Dedicated security personnel stationed on-site during business hours.

Technical Space

2,663 m²

Fully equipped whitespace spread across a secure two-story building.

Floor Load

1,200 kg/m²

Professional raised floor system designed to support heavy enterprise IT hardware.

Deployment

Custom Suites

Adaptable options from shared racks to bespoke private cages and dedicated suites.

Parking

Available

Complimentary and secure parking located right next to the data center building.

Support Team

24/7

Technical experts remain available around the clock for immediate assistance.

Remote Hands

Available

Expert remote hands services for rapid equipment troubleshooting and setup.

Workspaces

Offices

Dedicated office spaces and conference rooms tailored for visiting IT teams.

Amenities

Breakroom

Comfortable break areas alongside readily available mobile crash carts.

Performance
At A Glance

99.99%
Uptime SLA
24/7
Remote Hand Support
4
Providers
24/7
Support

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