Hivelocity: Chicago Cermak Data Center

Located at 350 East Cermak Road, Chicago, IL, the Chicago Cermak Data Center (ORD1) formerly operated by Hivelocity is now part of Digital Realty’s PlatformDIGITAL® ecosystem following a colocation services acquisition completed in August 2025. Strategically positioned in one of North America’s largest network hubs, this Tier III facility offers unmatched proximity to carriers, content, and cloud ecosystems, providing ultra-low latency and exceptional connectivity throughout the Midwest and beyond.

⚙️ Facility Highlights

• Large-Scale Capacity: Offers approximately 1.1 million sq ft of data center space with another source noting 11 million sq ft—likely inclusive of adjacent connected space 
• Power Availability: Boasts access to 100+ MW of utility power, delivered via multiple substations to support high-density operations 
• Redundant Infrastructure: Built to Tier III standards, with 2N power redundancy, N+1 environmental systems, and critical areas possibly reaching 2N configurations 
• Power Density: Supports densities up to 16 kW per cabinet .
• Cooling & Fire Safety: Equipped with N+1 CRAC cooling, dual-interlock pre-action overhead fire suppression, and sub-floor leak detection systems

🔐 Security & Compliance

• Secure Access: Three-factor authentication (including biometrics), man-trap entry, motion-activated cameras, and 24/7 security personnel ensure rigorous access control and surveillance
• Monitoring & Maintenance: Continuous environmental and infrastructure monitoring, complemented by routine preventive maintenance for uptime assurance 
• Certifications: Certified to industry standards including SOC 2, SOC 3, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, LEED Gold, and Energy Star 

🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access

• Carrier-Neutral Hub: As a premier carrier hotel, ORD1 offers access to 70+ carriers and multiple fiber vaults, facilitating extensive cross-connect options 
• Network Infrastructure: Features a premium mix of transit providers—CenturyLink, Cogent, NTT, and Digital Realty’s Internet Exchange—and supports 100 Gbps ports, DDoS protection, and low-latency interconnections 

💼 Who It Serves

• Enterprises & Hyperscalers: Ideal for large-scale cloud providers, financial institutions, media companies, and enterprises requiring high performance, low-latency infrastructure.
• Mission-Critical Operations: Its robust redundancy, power capacity, and secure environment support industries needing high availability and regulatory compliance.
• Sustainability-Focused Users: LEED Gold and Energy Star certifications appeal to organizations prioritizing energy efficiency and ESG standards.