Our servers are based in the UK in two separate data
centres close to London and the local BT exchange for better reliability
and faster ping times. A fully switched Point-To-Point 100Mb/s network
connects each individual server to the Internet through a series of
switches and monitoring devices, ensuring optimum uptime and data
integrity at all times.
Security
The data centre building is constantly monitored inside and out by
CCTV and has a fully armed alarm, with sensors on every door and in
every room, making an intrusion near impossible. Only authorised personnel
are allowed into the actual server rooms for additional security.
Climate Control
Each server room is fully air-conditioned and constantly monitored
by special thermometers to ensure a constant optimum operating temperature
of 17-21°C. This is complemented by a series of fans around each
room that ensures an equal distribution of the cold air.
Power Supply
The power supply is fully backed up with UPS devices and a fully automatic
generator system enabling unlimited hours of power supply in the event
of a power cut.
Connectivity
Connectivity is based around a multi-homing BGP4 configuration. Using
three separate backbone connections, the servers remain connected
even in the event of one of the lines becoming faulty. This is complemented
by a series of core routers and distribution routers that filter traffic,
ensuring the network is free of unused packets that slow the connectivity.
Cisco 7200 Series Routers are used for core routing, and a number
of 3600 series routers for broader routing and aggregation.
