CenterSquare: Dallas DAL1
About Dallas DAL1
Dallas DAL1 corresponds to CenterSquare’s Allen data center, which CenterSquare currently labels as Allen DFW2 in its Dallas / Fort Worth portfolio. Third-party marketplace listings also map this same facility as Dallas (DA1-Allen) at 900 Guardians Way, Allen, Texas. The site is operated by CenterSquare Data Centers (Csquare) and is located about 20 miles north of Dallas in the Allen submarket, giving it practical access to downtown Dallas, the broader Dallas–Fort Worth metro, and both DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field.
From a market and infrastructure perspective, the Allen location sits within one of the strongest commercial and industrial corridors in North Texas, supporting enterprise deployments that need access to Dallas while remaining outside the urban core. CenterSquare positions the facility as part of its broader Dallas / Fort Worth platform for colocation, hybrid IT, cloud connectivity, and business continuity, with an emphasis on resilience, carrier-neutral connectivity, and enterprise-ready operational support.
⚙️ Facility Highlights
- Current CenterSquare portfolio name: Allen DFW2; third-party listings identify the same site as Dallas DAL1 / DA1-Allen.
- Located at 900 Guardians Way, Allen, TX 75013.
- 43,366 sq. ft. of raised floor.
- 8.6MW utility capacity.
- 14MW UPS capacity.
- 14MW generator capacity.
- CenterSquare provides a 100% SLA on power, network, and bandwidth.
- Includes planning assistance for layouts, rack elevations, power, and network design.
- Includes structured cabling services.
- Remote Hands on-site support is available 24/7.
- Loading dock access, meeting rooms, and dedicated customer work areas are available.
- The facility is positioned for scalable colocation and hybrid infrastructure use within CenterSquare’s Dallas / Fort Worth footprint.
🔐 Security & Compliance
- Fire detection includes VESDA early warning detection.
- Data center areas use pre-action dry pipe fire protection.
- The Dallas / Fort Worth market page shows CenterSquare’s Dallas facilities use 24/7 video surveillance, 90-day video storage, two-factor authentication, biometric scanners, badge readers, entrance mantraps, ballistic paneling, and ballistic glass. These security controls are presented at the market/facility level and align with the Allen site’s portfolio profile.
- SOC 1 Type II.
- SOC 2 Type II.
- PCI-DSS.
- NIST 800-53 PE High.
- ISO 27001.
- Secure customer environments are supported within CenterSquare’s colocation operating model, including controlled facility access and customer support services.
🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access
- Carrier-neutral facility.
- 12 service providers listed for the Allen facility.
- Highly available internet connectivity.
- Cloud and point-to-point connectivity options are available.
- The Dallas / Fort Worth market page indicates Csquare Digital Exchange-enabled connectivity within the metro portfolio; the Allen row specifically lists highly available internet plus cloud and point-to-point connectivity.
- CenterSquare’s broader connectivity platform supports software-defined connectivity across facilities, clouds, providers, and customers.
- Suitable for enterprises, cloud platforms, and service providers needing Dallas-area presence with access to North Texas business corridors and regional transport links. This suitability is an inference based on the facility’s Allen location and CenterSquare’s published network profile.
💼 Who It Serves
- Enterprises and multinational organizations with Dallas-area infrastructure requirements.
- Cloud, SaaS, and managed-service providers requiring colocation and hybrid connectivity.
- Telecom operators, network providers, and interconnection-focused service providers.
- Organizations deploying hybrid IT, disaster recovery, or multi-site architectures across North Texas.
- Businesses that benefit from proximity to Dallas while operating in the Allen / Plano corridor. This customer fit is an inference based on the site’s location and CenterSquare’s regional positioning.