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Network Redundancy
Hosting SuperMarket
uses intelligent end-user routing software called
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) between there OC-3's. BGP identifies which
path is the most efficient for each data packet and then routes the packet
to its destination on the fastest path. This increases the speed at which
web pages sent from our NOC arrive at their destination.
Studies have shown
that the most common reason for downtime is circuit failure on Tier 1
provider backbones, the major data highways. To guard against this potential
problem, we have two Tier-1 providers. If one experiences problems, we can
route traffic down another one.
Furthermore, because we are OnNet with
Level(3) and Qwest, we share their digital distribution architecture, which
includes private peering network connections to major Internet carriers such
as MCI, Sprint, UUNET, EUNET, AT&T, AOL, Best, Erols, @Home, IBM Advantis
and others. These private peering arrangements allow Hosting Super Market to
quickly and efficiently exchange packets of data with every major backbone
carrier in a one-to-one environment.
Network Reliability
Industry analysis reveals that 70% of downtime of over 10 hours with any ISP
is caused by telephone circuit failure. With
Hosting SuperMarket, circuit failure is
virtually eliminated as we are with Level(3) and Qwest.
Hosting
SuperMarket's
providers also have peering connections with other major Tier 1 providers
that allow traffic to be switched to alternate backbones should the need
arise.
Hosting
SuperMarket
recognizes that downtime is not an option for your servers. That's why we
invest heavily in hardware and facilities that ensure that your clients are
up and running on the web 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Hosting
SuperMarket's
Network Operations Center (NOC) features raised flooring. This enables a
constant flow of conditioned air and helps to maintain uniform room
temperature at all times. In addition, raised flooring reduces static and
ensures a professional, computer-grade environment for our servers.
Finally, the NOC is
located in a secure, monitored, class A building with a minimum number of
approved personnel allowed access to highly sensitive areas and equipment. A
detailed record of employee and visitor entry is maintained at all times.
Uninterruptible
Power System
To guard against local power failures,
Hosting
SuperMarket has two
industrial-grade, three-phase Liebert UPS systems. These act as back-up
batteries, maintaining uninterrupted power in case of surges or power
outages. With these back-up systems in place, we can keep our network up and
running indefinitely without relying on external power.
Industrial-Grade
Air Conditioners
Hosting SuperMarket's
NOC has two Liebert 10 ton industrial air
conditioners that condition our computer rooms and operations center. Air
temperature is maintained at an optimal 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
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