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DATA CENTER FACILITY

CoreSite CH2 - Chicago Data Center

1432 S. Clinton St., Chicago, IL 60607

OVERVIEW

The First Purpose-Built Data Center In Downtown Chicago

The first purpose-built data center in downtown Chicago, CoreSite’s CH2 supports customers’ high-density requirements and enables connectivity to cloud, network and IT providers needed to accelerate digital transformation and meet hybrid and multicloud demands.

Our modern CH2 data center space of more than 169,000 square feet and 18 MW is ready for custom buildouts, supported with state-of-the-art mechanical and electrical infrastructure, 24x7x365 security, field operations, remote hands and customer service. The roof access at CH2 provides line of sight across Chicago. Optimized connectivity access is achieved through the three separate, diverse fiber entry routes into the data center.

CH2 also has sustainability focused construction features and was recognized as an Energy Star building. New and existing customers at CH2 can take advantage of the Illinois sales tax incentive, which offers a 10.25% savings on the purchase of equipment and software.

Data Center Highlights

CoreSite’s CH2 is one of the most interconnected data centers in downtown Chicago and also offers access to all major public cloud providers through the Open Cloud Exchange®.

Features and Benefits

As part of CoreSite’s Chicago market, CH2 is a network-dense, cloud-connected data center built to accelerate IT modernization, ensure compliance and reduce total cost of operation.
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SCALABILITY

From full cabinets to colocation cages, private suites and build-to-suit, CH2 has the capability to support a wide range of digital enterprise requirements.

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NETWORK RICH

Create a low-latency data transport solution with access to 50+ networks, including metro networks, software-defined networks and more.

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PEERING EXCHANGES

Access peering exchanges at CH2 including the CoreSite Any2Exchange®, for Internet peering, as well as AMS-IX Chicago, United IX Chicago and DE-CIX.

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OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

CoreSite data centers are designed to deliver an optimal customer experience. Our team of experts provides 24x7x365 security, field operations and remote hands services, all backed by a 100% SLA uptime.

Data Center Specifications

The technical specifications for CoreSite’s CH2 facility highlight critical components of the building and services offered at this location. Get the full set of specifications.
  • SPACE AND POWER
  • RELIABILITY
  • COMPLIANCE AND SECURITY
  • CONNECTIVITY

SQUARE FOOTAGE

169,000

COLOCATION DEPLOYMENTS

Partial cabinets, full cabinets, cages, private suites and build-to-suit

POWER AVAILABILITY

AC and DC

UTILITIES

Diverse underground utility feeds from ComEd’s high-reliability downtown electrical grid

UPS/PDU/RPP

UPS: 4 to Make 3 Distributed Redundant, PDU/RPP 2N

UPTIME

100% uptime SLA

OPERATIONS

24x7x365 remote hands

CERTIFICATIONS

SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, HIPAA

ACCESS

Key cards, biometric scanners and controlled data center access

CAMERAS

Perimeter and interior IP-DVR

SOFTWARE-DEFINED NETWORKING PLATFORM

Open Cloud Exchange

PEERING EXCHANGES

Any2Exchange for Internet peering and AMS-IX Chicago, United IX Chicago and DE-CIX

ENTERPRISE INTERNET

Blended IP, 10Mbps to 10Gbps

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

CoreSite Interconnect Gateway® and Public Cloud Providers
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Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT AMENITIES ARE AVAILABLE AT CORESITE CH2?

CoreSite Chicago CH2 offers WiFi, rentable office space and temporary office areas, along with a tech lounge with a kitchen, television and couches.

IS CORESITE PART OF THE ILLINOIS TAX EXEMPTION PROGRAM?

Yes. CoreSite is participating in the Illinois and Virginia Tax Exemption Programs. Learn more about the benefits of this program by clicking here.

HOW FAR IS CORESITE CH2 FROM THE NEAREST AIRPORT? CoreSite CH2 is 18.3 miles (~28 minutes) from Chicago O’Hare International Airport and 9.1 miles (~19 minutes) from Chicago Midway International Airport.
ARE ROOF RIGHTS AVAILABLE AT CORESITE CH2? Yes, roof rights are available at CoreSite Chicago CH2. Contact us to learn about roof rights and connectivity options in Chicago.
HOW FAR IS CORESITE CHICAGO CH2 FROM 350 E CERMAK RD? CoreSite CH2 is 1.9 miles (~8 minutes) from 350 E. Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616.
DOES CORESITE OFFER DARK FIBER AT CHICAGO CH2 FACILITY? Yes, CoreSite offers dark fiber at our Chicago CH2 facility. Contact us to learn more about dark fiber services, carriers and availability.