ServerChoice (ServerChoice Welwyn) Data Center

The facility is built to Tier 4 standards, representing the highest level of data centre reliability and fault tolerance. This architecture ensures a minimum of N+1 redundancy across all major components, including UPS systems and standby power. To maintain continuous uptime, the site features reinforced flooring capable of supporting 1200kg per cabinet, alongside dual VESDA fire detection and FM200 suppression systems. Back up generators are also secured by emergency refueling contracts to mitigate any long term utility failures.

Sustainability and thermal management are central to the SC 2 design, utilizing state of the art energy efficient cooling technology. The facility targets a Power Usage Effectiveness of 1.2 at full load, significantly reducing its environmental footprint and operational costs. The internal environment is strictly controlled and monitored to maintain a room temperature of 23°C */-1°C, ensuring that hardware operates within optimal thermal ranges at all times.

Security at the Welwyn site is comprehensive, employing a defense in depth strategy to protect physical assets. The perimeter is secured by fencing and barrier entry, manned 24x7x365 by on site security staff. Access to the whitespace requires dual presentation control, supported by CCTV, intruder alarms, and a GSM alarm system. These ISO27001 certified protocols ensure that only authorized personnel can interact with the hardware, providing a low risk environment for sensitive data.

The data centre acts as a high speed communications hub, featuring multiple diverse fiber links that enter the building at different points, never closer than 5 meters apart, to eliminate single points of failure. This design supports ultra low latency connectivity and diverse peering networks. The facility includes a dedicated Meet Me Room and is overseen by a 24x7x365 Network Operations Centre to ensure constant link stability and performance optimization.

Located in Welwyn, the SC 2 Data Centre offers a unique balance of a low security risk setting with exceptional transport links. It provides rapid access to the A1, M1, and M25 motorways, and is conveniently positioned near Heathrow, Stansted, and Luton airports. For those traveling from central London, the facility is less than 20 minutes from London Kings Cross, making it an ideal edge location for businesses requiring proximity to the capital without the associated city center risks.

Operational since 2011, the facility offers a wide range of hosting configurations, from partial cabinets and shared rackspace to private cages and full suites. Each rack can accommodate high density requirements with up to 20 kW of power. The site is designed for growth, featuring expandable whitespace and roof access for specialized equipment. Additionally, Remote Hands services are available to provide on site technical assistance, allowing clients to manage their infrastructure without being physically present.