After some intensive testing of the hardware and network on a new node located in the Pacific Rack datacenter in Los Angeles, California, Crissic has concluded that it is the best interest of the VPS clients to move their accounts to the new node located in the Pacific Rack datacenter. No data will be lost, and emails have already gone out explaining what we must do — all we need is clarification and the “all clear” from the client.
Basic Information on the Pacific Rack Datacenter:
We only use premium providers to ensure maximum reach and lowest network hops. Our goal is to establish a jitter-free, low latency, and varied route network to enhance your overall satisfaction.
PacificRack Network Benefits:
Tier-1 Providers
Premium Bandwidth
HSRP Enabled
100% Fiber Network
Redundant Routers
Multiple 10GigE Uplinks
Secluded VLAN Architecture
99.999% Network Uptime SLA
PacificRack Network Providers:
20 Gbps Direct Fiber – Level(3) (2×10GigE)
2 Gbps Direct Fiber – Sprint
1 Gbps Direct Fiber – T-Systems
2 Gbps Direct Fiber – Global Crossing
1 Gbps Direct Fiber – Tiscali
2 Gbps Direct Fiber – BTN/PCCW
2 Gbps Direct Fiber – VERIO
2 Gbps Direct Fiber – XO Communications
1 Gbps Direct Fiber – SAVVIS
1 Gbps Direct Fiber – MCI/UUNET
1 Gbps Direct Fiber – Telia
1 Gbps Direct Fiber – LA-IIX Peering
1 Gbps Direct Fiber – Any2 Exchange Peering
Our network architecture utilizes the Enterprise routing and switching engines from Juniper, Foundry and Cisco. We utilize Cisco 6500 series switches in our distribution layer and aggregation layers, and Cisco 3500 and 2900 series switches at the customer layer. Our network is fully meshed and redundant with multiple providers.
PacificRack occupies 4 datacenter zones on 4 floors in our Los Angeles datacenter at 530 West 6th Street. All 4 zones are built to withstand full capacity and feature enterprise HVAC, UPS, and Generator facilities. We manage datacenter operations to ensure that maximum uptime, equipment condition, and environmental conditions are met.
PacificRack Datacenter Benefits:
Private Cage Space
Locking Full Cabinets
Full UPS Battery Backup
Automatic Power Transfer Switching
Multiple 1500KvA Caterpillar Gensets
Voltage and Power Conditioning
Multiple 20 & 30 ton CRAC’s
Staffed 24 hours a day
100% Power Uptime SLA
10MB Speed Test File
Test IP: 216.144.225.250
ASN: 22298
