The additional PoP will offer networks collocated in DataBank’s various Dallas facilities the ability to connect directly to DE-CIX’s Dallas IX, giving them access to over 60 networks. In addition, the new DE-CIX PoP will give networks across the Dallas market the ability to connect to a major peering exchange while remaining fully diverse from 1950 N. Stemmons, home to a number of data centre tenants including Equinix, zColo, Cologix, and Flexential.
“DE-CIX Dallas is committed to providing network operators in the Dallas metro market the greatest number of interconnection options,” said Ed d’Agostino, vice president and general manager of DE-CIX North America. “We’re excited to be expanding and adding a great new partner like DataBank. Our partnership provides the market with a new and ideal diverse solution and offers a great place for single-site networks within the Dallas market to connect to a world-class peering exchange. Networks of all types, including those that are looking for diversity from Infomart, will find an excellent new home for their equipment with DataBank.”
DE-CIX Dallas leverages connectivity to multiple data centres to deliver interconnection capabilities and access to over 60 networks across its platform. Using a standard cross connect operators can reach DE-CIX Dallas and a growing number of data centre facilities throughout the local market. Additionally, networks throughout the entire Southwest that currently lack a presence in Dallas can access DE-CIX via transport connections and benefit from peering, enhancing connectivity throughout the region.
“This partnership with DE-CIX enables our customers to leverage connections to a leading carrier-neutral platform with the most cost-effective and efficient interconnection options available in the market,” added Raul K. Martynek, CEO of DataBank. “As a result, DataBank now provides an ideal location for customers seeking diversity from facilities like 1950 N. Stemmons. In addition to our downtown location, networks can also access DE-CIX Dallas from our Richardson and Plano data centres.”
