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Tier Based Datacenter Design for Guaranteed Availability
Our data center is certified for both Tier IV Design and Tier IV Constructed Facility by the Uptime Institute, thereby meeting the highest standards for availability and fault tolerance.
The reliability of a datacenter starts with its design. At Datacenter United, we build our infrastructure according to the Tier model of the Uptime Institute, a globally recognised classification system for data centre availability and redundancy. By working in line with these Tier Design principles, we can provide clear guarantees on uptime, continuity and risk reduction. This is crucial for clients who rely on uninterrupted digital services.
What is the Uptime Institute Tier model?
The Tier system is an international classification model that categorises datacenters based on their design, redundancy and availability. The four levels (Tier I to Tier IV) indicate the extent to which a data centre can withstand faults and maintenance activities without impacting operations.
At Datacenter United, we use these guidelines as a framework for all our datacenter locations. Depending on the profile and needs of our clients, we can offer solutions based on Tier II, Tier III or Tier IV principles.
What does Tier Design mean at Datacenter United?
A Tier Design is more than a classification – it is a strategic design principle. Our infrastructure is built to be fault tolerant and to allow maintenance without interrupting service. We combine redundancy with smart segmentation and clear procedures.
- Redundant power and cooling systems (minimum N+1)
- Independent feeds and emergency power supply
- Separate physical paths for critical infrastructure
- Designed for maintenance without impact on uptime
Your benefits as a client of a Tier based datacenter
For organisations that do not want to compromise on continuity, a Tier based datacenter design offers tangible value. It ensures a stable IT environment prepared for both planned and unexpected events – without disruption to you as the client.
- High availability with SLAs of up to 99.999%
- Minimal risk of downtime or operational impact
- Lower total cost of ownership thanks to predictable performance
- Reliable foundation for critical applications and growth
A flexible design that grows with your needs
Not every client requires the same level of redundancy or complexity. That is why we tailor our Tier Design to the intended use and risk profile. Thanks to our modular approach, we can accommodate both standard colocation and mission critical infrastructure in an optimally secured, scalable and high performance environment.
