With multiple state-of-the art data centers located in Dallas and Houston, Texas, USA, The Planet provides On Demand IT Infrastructure backed by complete redundancy in power, HVAC, fire suppression, network connectivity, and security. So if any of our data centers experiences a disruption for any reason, your eggs (or servers) are never in one basket.

Currently managing 155,000 square feet of data center space in six facilities, Thay have an additional 12,000 square feet of expansion capability. Each facility is wholly owned, managed and operated by The Planet and is equipped to handle any challenge based on these unique advantages:

	Power systems at The Planet’s data centers are designed to run uninterrupted - even in the unlikely event of a total power outage. They have, for example, a state-of-the-art N+1 power generator architecture. In the event of any generator failure, back up power systems provide ample capacity to keep servers running.
	In an extended power outage, on-site diesel generators at our data centers can run indefinitely. Power generators receive regular preventative maintenance to ensure the will continue to function in any emergency.
	Every server is fed with uninterruptible power supply (UPS) that assures service in the event of a power failure. Their UPS power is N+1 redundant with instant failover coverage should the primary UPS fail.
	Their data center HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) systems are N+1 redundant to ensure that in the unlikely event of an entire HVAC system failure, there is a duplicate system ready to assume the load.
	The Planet data centers feature advanced fire suppression systems to keep any fires localized and prevent them from spreading..
	Preventative maintenance at their data centers is performed regularly by their own highly trained personnel to meet or exceed manufacturers recommended practices. These include quarterly generator maintenance, quarterly UPS maintenance and battery testing, and monthly HVAC maintenance.
	The Planet is a member of The Uptime Network, a prestigious knowledge consortium where global standards and best practices are created and delivered to maintain system uptime.
	They own and manage highly secure, state-of-the-art data centers which are devoted exclusively to our customers.

Fully Redundant Network Operations Center Capabilities:

The Planet offers 24x7x365 redundant monitoring capabilities from two Network Operations Center (NOC) locations, staffed by certified system administrators and security professionals. Their network management teams operate NOCs in Houston and Dallas to assure the most sophisticated and comprehensive systems monitoring, and complete monitoring back-up in the event of any emergency.

They leverage state of the art network monitoring software combined with highly defined monitoring and escalation procedures to ensure the highest standards for security, reliability, performance and systems availability.

	Redundant network cores in multiple data centers means that if a router or high-level network appliance goes down for any reason, there is no loss of service.
	Gigabit cross-connects between multiple data centers assures that data moves quickly. And if any one data center were to experience network connectivity issues, it would simply route outgoing data through other centers.

The Planet ensures that their system automatically measure the latency of key network routes and sends client data to the Internet along the best possible route.

High powered network speed and bandwidth:

When it comes to network speed and bandwidth, The Planet is second to none. With an unrivaled 100 gigabits per second speed, The Planet eliminates bandwidth traffic jams and roadblocks to assure high volume, instantaneous response for hosted applications.

By using multiple Tier 1 telecom providers and direct Internet connections, they bypass transit networks and shorten the network path between your IT infrastructure and our customers. The result is lower latency, maximum speed, and unsurpassed reliability. In short, We provide you with the connectivity, bandwidth and stability you simply can't find anywhere else.

Bandwidth Providers:

	AT&T
	AboveNet
	Savvis
	Verio
	Global Crossing
	Level 3
	Time Warner Telecom
	Cogent

The Planet delivers superior connectivity by:

	Leading the hosting industry in network bandwidth capacity (100 gigabits/sec)
	Always using fully redundant, world-class routing equipment. Our network is designed without single points of failure — there are redundant core routers, core distribution switches, and carrier diversity. In the unlikely event of equipment failure, the network will continue to optimally perform
	Purchasing bandwidth exclusively from Tier-1 providers so that our customers don’t have to suffer from poor peering connections, sub-optimal routing paths, and congested or oversold networks.
	Selecting multiple bandwidth providers, ensuring outages outside of their network never result in outages in our customers systems
	Connecting directly with the Internet, bypassing transit networks and shortening the network path between the server, and the end-users computer. This results in lower latency and maximum speed.

Multiple Layer Network and Physical Security:

The Planet takes network reliability and performance to the next level. They maximize their network security protection by adding Cisco Guard XT appliances and Arbor Peakflow protection against DDOS attacks that could harm your business. The Planet combines cutting-edge security technology, best practices and a team of certified senior-level professionals to help ensure that you can safely manage and grow your business.

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The Planet also offers our customers a full spectrum of security solutions, including:

	OS Hardening
	Application Hardening
	Firewalls
	Incident Response

Physical Security at Data Centers:

Access to The Planet data centers is restricted by two factor authentication barriers plus continually monitored closed-circuit cameras trained on all entrances and common areas 24x7x365.

	Northern Proximity security badge entry/exit on all doors
	Motion sensitive cameras throughout all facilities
Data Center Pictures:
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