ASK4 owns and operates a carrier neutral Data Centre optimised for the internet industry.
The ASK4 Data Centre in Sheffield connects to ASK4’s 10Gb/s carrier neutral dedicated national network. DC1 is well connected to key network locations in London, Manchester and Leeds via our high capacity network alongside other tier 1 network providers. Making claims about having the best connectivity, equipment and security is easy. That’s why we let the facility do the talking.
Power Specifications
On-site dedicated HV substation
1.5 MVA of power
Socomec Delphy Green Power N+1 UPS System
8, 16 and 32 Amp racks (subject to availability)
1 x 550KVA prime rated generator launch, up to 3 parallel in line with load requirements
Schneider Electric and General Electric (GE) power distribution system
General Specifications
42u x 1000 x 700 racks
Computer Room 1 – 250m2 ground floor to house up to 100 racks
Computer Room 2 – 250m2 first floor to house up to 80 racks
10KN/m2 raised access floors
Dedicated build room with anti-static build area and welfare facilities
Secure loading bay
Security Specifications
Detached building in secure compound
Securex Perimeter security fence system
24/7 Monitored CCTV system with police priority response
Two-factor authentication access control system
ISO27001:2013 certified
Fire Prevention Specifications
VESDA fire detection
FM-200 fire suppression
24/7 monitored fire alarm
Cooling Specifications
Airedale Smartcool down flow Air Conditioning system N+1 configuration
Cold aisle containment system using Cannon Data Room Cabinet system
Network Specifications
Carrier neutral facility
Carriers present: BT Openreach, Virgin Media, Level 3 Communications, KCOM, CityFibre
Support Information
24/7 access (with advanced booking)
24/7 NOC
Space & Power*
1/2 rack - 21 single unit slots / 4 Amps of power
Full rack - 40 single unit slots / 8, 16 or 32 Amps of power
Full pod - 16 racks / up to 32 Amps of power per rack
* Subject to availability
Contact Us
For availability enquiries and for a personalised quote, please get in touch and we will be happy to assist.
Sam Fourie
+44 (0)114 303 3299
sam.fourie@ask4.com
“I recommend ASK4 DC services to any IT team looking for an excellent, personalised service and quality colocation.”
“The location of AKS4 Data Centre is perfect for us. The facility and the staff are very professional, operating under very strict guidelines. ”