Lumen: El Paso 2 Data Center

The El Paso 2 Data Center by Lumen Technologies is a secure, high-availability colocation facility located in El Paso, Texas—a strategic border city that bridges critical digital traffic between the United States and Latin America. Purpose-built to support mission-critical infrastructure, regional connectivity, and global network access, this facility offers resilient architecture and seamless integration into Lumen’s expansive fiber network.

Designed to meet Tier III standards, El Paso 2 features redundant power systems, including dual utility feeds, backup generators, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), delivering continuous uptime for enterprise and service provider workloads. The facility also includes N+1 precision cooling systems, ensuring consistent environmental control for high-density deployments and latency-sensitive applications.

Security is a key strength of the El Paso 2 Data Center, with 24/7 on-site personnel, biometric access controls, video surveillance, and multi-factor authentication protecting both physical and digital infrastructure. The facility supports SOC 1 & 2, PCI DSS, and HIPAA compliance, making it ideal for industries with stringent data protection and regulatory requirements, including finance, healthcare, and government.

As a carrier-neutral facility, El Paso 2 offers connectivity to a diverse range of network providers, internet exchanges, and cloud platforms. It also connects directly to the Lumen global IP backbone, delivering low-latency, high-speed access to major markets across North America and internationally. Its geographic location provides a competitive edge for organizations with cross-border operations or those needing resilient infrastructure in a disaster-stable region.

With its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and direct access to global connectivity, the El Paso 2 Data Center is a vital asset for enterprises looking to deploy secure, scalable, and high-performance IT infrastructure in the Southwestern U.S.