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Chicago colocation.Datacenter space from 1U to private cages.

Just outside downtown Chicago, minutes from O’Hare, our datacenter offers rack units, half and full racks, private cages and custom suites. Low latency for local organizations, and a central connection point to the rest of the world.

545 E Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights, IL · (800) 561-2656

Chicago colocation pricing.Clear monthly rates, one-time setup.

Every plan sits in a locking cabinet on redundant dual-circuit power, with a 1 Gbps uplink, 8 IPs, free remote hands and a 100% network uptime SLA. Setup is charged once, never monthly.

Single server

1U Colocation

One rack unit for a server or appliance.

$99/month

+ $100 one-time setup

  • 1U in a locking cabinet
  • Redundant dual-circuit power
  • 1 Gbps uplink
  • /29 IP block (8 IPs)
  • 1 hour free remote hands
Reserve 1U
Single server

2U Colocation

Two rack units for a larger server.

$199/month

+ $200 one-time setup

  • 2U in a locking cabinet
  • Redundant dual-circuit power
  • 1 Gbps uplink
  • /29 IP block (8 IPs)
  • 1 hour free remote hands
Reserve 2U
20U cabinet

Half Rack

A locking half cabinet for a small cluster.

$799/month

+ $1,000 one-time setup

  • 20U in a locking cabinet
  • Redundant dual-circuit power
  • 1 Gbps uplink, 10 Gbps available
  • /29 IP block (8 IPs)
  • 1 hour free remote hands
Reserve a half rack
40U cabinet

Full Rack

A full locking cabinet for your whole stack.

$1,400/month

+ $1,500 one-time setup

  • 40U in a locking cabinet
  • Dual 20A 120V circuits
  • 1 Gbps uplink, 10 Gbps available
  • /29 IP block (8 IPs), /24 available
  • 2 hours free remote hands
Reserve a full rack
Every plan includes
  • 100% network uptime SLA
  • Chicago, IL datacenter
  • 24/7/365 on-site presence
  • SOC certified facility
  • Custom equipment accepted
  • Private network on request

Private cages and custom suites

Need more than a rack, or a space with unconventional requirements? We build private cages and custom suites around your power, space and security needs, from multiple racks to dedicated rooms.

Get a cage quote

Prices in USD. Setup fees are one-time charges. Power amperage and receptacle count for 1U, 2U and half racks, plus bandwidth billing, are confirmed on your quote. Remote hands beyond the included time are quoted on request.

Our Chicago colocation facility.Owned and operated, not rented.

Your hardware needs a datacenter, not an office closet. Unlike most providers, we own and manage our Chicago facility, which gives us complete control over power, cooling, network, security and support, from your first quote to full production.

Redundant power architecture

Dual Mitsubishi UPS systems, generator backup and high-availability power distribution keep mission-critical workloads running.

24/7 on-site engineers

Chicago-based technicians are physically present around the clock for remote hands, troubleshooting and rapid response.

Multi-layer physical security

Controlled access, CCTV surveillance, badge authentication and private locking cabinets and cages protect your hardware at every layer.

Carrier-neutral connectivity

Multiple Tier-1 carriers, diverse fiber paths and low-latency routes across the Midwest and nationwide.

Scalable space options

From single-server colocation (1U and 2U) to half racks, full racks, private cages and custom suites, all inside a facility we own and operate.

Advanced cooling systems

Redundant Liebert HVAC units hold stable rack temperatures and support high-density deployments without thermal risk.

Our Chicago colocation network providers.Four carriers, one backbone.

Our Chicago colocation runs on a diverse, multi-carrier fiber ecosystem built for speed, redundancy and global reach, with Cogent, GTT, PCCW and Zayo interconnected on our backbone between Chicago, Los Angeles and Ashburn.

GTTGlobal Tier-1 transit

Optimized international routing and enterprise-grade SLAs.

PCCW GlobalAPAC routing

Fast, reliable paths to Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan and Southeast Asia.

ZayoDark fiber and transport

Scalable dark fiber and high-capacity transport across North America and Europe.

CogentTier-1 backbone

Strong peering and fast, predictable routing across North America and Europe.

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How businesses use our Chicago colocation.From one server to a full deployment.

High-density compute

For organizations running CPU- or GPU-intensive workloads that need power and cooling built for density.

Disaster recovery and continuity

A secure, central location for off-site backups, replication and failover.

Hybrid cloud

Combine on-premises, cloud and colocated infrastructure to balance cost, performance and compliance.

Latency-sensitive applications

Financial services, SaaS platforms and real-time analytics benefit from Chicago’s dense fiber and low-latency routes.

Compliance-driven workloads

Healthcare, finance, government and enterprise workloads that need strict physical security, controlled access and audit-ready environments.

Room to grow

Move beyond office closets and small server rooms, then scale from single servers to full racks and private cages.

We become an extension of your team.Hands in the datacenter when you need them.

Our engineers and consultants give you peace of mind wherever you operate. From Chicago, we source, install and manage your environment so you can focus on growth, not infrastructure.

Remote hands

Physical installation, reboots, repairs, cabling, inspections and diagnostics. From rack-and-stack to component swaps and visual checks, our on-site engineers act for you, so you never need to be on site.

Smart hands

Skilled Chicago-based engineers for complex installations, network changes, hardware interventions and in-depth troubleshooting. They stay involved in maintaining and optimizing your environment.

Procurement and logistics

Vendor coordination, shipping, receiving, inventory checks and secure intake at our Chicago datacenter. Every step of getting equipment in and out is tracked.

I’ve never dealt with a better server company. We’ve been using them for 2 years, never have had any network issues, never once offline, and we had a software issue (that was outside of their scope of support) but they still stepped in to fix it within 30 minutes! Immediate response! Best company ever!
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Get started in 3 steps.Transparency and confidence from day one.

Migrating from another facility, adding capacity or deploying new hardware, our Chicago-based engineering team walks with you from planning to installation to going live.

  1. Schedule a free tourVisit our Chicago-area datacenter, walk the floor, meet our engineers and see how we run a facility we own and manage.
  2. Discuss your requirementsWe review your power, space, network, compliance and growth needs, then design the right rack, cage or custom space.
  3. Deploy your hardwareShip your equipment to us or bring it on site. Our engineers handle installation, cabling and configuration, then ongoing remote and smart hands.

Request your colocation space.Or come visit us.

From 1U to full racks, cages and suites, we custom-fit the space your organization needs. Tell us about your project and we’ll come back with a quote.

Address
545 E Algonquin Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Tours
Free datacenter tours by appointment

Colocation space request

Tell us about your power, space and network needs, and we’ll come back with a quote.


Chicago colocation FAQs.

Why choose Chicago for colocation?

Chicago is one of the top colocation markets in the world. It offers dense fiber connectivity, low natural-disaster risk and a central U.S. location with low-latency routes coast to coast. Hosting here puts you close to financial exchanges, cloud on-ramps and Midwest enterprise hubs.

What makes your Chicago facility different from other datacenters?

We own and operate the facility instead of renting space in someone else’s building. One team controls power, cooling, network, security and support, so there are fewer handoffs and faster answers when you need help.

How does carrier-neutral connectivity benefit my business?

You are not locked into a single ISP. You can choose from multiple Tier-1 and regional carriers, optimize routing for your users, build redundancy across diverse fiber paths and negotiate better pricing.

What security measures does the Chicago facility provide?

Multi-layer physical and environmental security: 24/7 on-site engineers, CCTV surveillance, badge-based access control, private locking cabinets and cages, and VESDA early smoke detection with pre-action suppression.

How reliable is the power and cooling infrastructure?

The datacenter is built for continuous uptime with dual Mitsubishi UPS systems, generator backup, redundant Liebert HVAC cooling and high-density power distribution.

How much does Chicago colocation cost?

1U colocation is $99 per month and 2U is $199 per month. A half rack is $799 per month and a full rack is $1,400 per month. One-time setup fees are $100, $200, $1,000 and $1,500 respectively. Private cages and suites are quoted to your requirements.

What colocation options are available for different business sizes?

Choose from 1U and 2U single-server colocation, half racks, full racks, or private cages and suites. Startups, MSPs, enterprises and global organizations can grow without moving hardware or changing facilities.

How do remote hands services work in Chicago?

With 24/7 on-site engineers, remote hands cover installation, reboots, component swaps, cabling, inspections and diagnostics. Whether you are across town or across the world, our Chicago team is your physical presence in the datacenter.

What are smart hands, and how are they different?

Smart hands go beyond basic tasks with advanced support such as complex installations, network changes, hardware interventions and guided troubleshooting, from skilled engineers who stay involved in your environment.

How do you handle hardware procurement and logistics?

We manage procurement end to end: vendor communication, shipping, receiving, inventory verification and secure intake at the Chicago facility. Every inbound and outbound step is tracked.

Who benefits most from colocating in Chicago?

Companies that need low-latency national reach, financial firms that need fast market access, SaaS providers serving U.S. customers, compliance-driven industries, MSPs and out-of-state businesses.

Extend your reach beyond city limits.

Our Chicago colocation is your gateway to growth, whatever your size or ambitions. Our engineers are ready to plan your space.

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