State-of-the-art IT infrastructure: STACKIT’s data center

Data is the capital of the 21st century. This makes it all the more important not only to store and manage it, but also to actively protect it in data centers. STACKIT’s data center is more than just a digital high-security wing for servers. It is an active component of intelligent IT architectures. A hub for digitally oriented development and innovation.

The continuous expansion of our data center is a central pillar of our digital strategy. Whether cloud solutions, colocation or tailor-made services for industry-specific tasks: STACKIT’s data center offers a comprehensive range of products and services that set the highest standards in terms of data protection, operational security and sustainability.

If you also want to tackle the topic of digitalization now, STACKIT data centers are the right address for you. Because we offer you concrete, scalable solutions that are flexibly tailored to your requirements and needs.

Key terms relating to the STACKIT data center

Data center: Highly secure, specialized facilities for the operation and management of servers, storage and network systems. This is where digital applications are operated, information and its content is processed and IT services are provided.
Colocation: The option of operating your own servers in a professional data center under optimal conditions. STACKIT offers flexible hardware rental options – from individual server racks to entire server rooms.
Data security: Comprehensive protection of information against unauthorized access, loss or manipulation. STACKIT relies on multi-level physical and digital security measures, including biometric access controls, 24/7 monitoring and modern fire protection systems.
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS): System that immediately kicks in in the event of a power failure and keeps the IT systems running. Supplemented by our own transformers and diesel generators for a self-sufficient supply for up to 72 hours.
Cooling: Efficient air conditioning solutions that reliably keep servers and hardware at operating temperature. STACKIT relies on innovative cooling technologies such as river water cooling and cold aisle containment for maximum energy efficiency.
Redundancy: Multiple, independent components (e.g. power, network, air conditioning) that prevent failures and ensure system availability. Georedundancy also enables data to be stored and mirrored at multiple locations.
PUE value (Power Usage Effectiveness): Key figure for the energy efficiency of a data center. A low PUE value – such as <1.2 at the Ostermiething site – stands for particularly resource-efficient system operation.
Georedundancy: Storage and operation of data at multiple, independent locations. Increases reliability and enables efficient backup and disaster recovery concepts.
Managed services: Comprehensive services relating to the implementation, maintenance and support of the IT infrastructure. The STACKIT team supports you from management and migration to ongoing operation – including 24/7 support and individual advice.

The STACKIT data center: Your benefits at a glance

Today, a data center is more than just a server room. It forms the technical backbone of digital business models. It goes without saying that a data center must meet the highest requirements in terms of security, availability and scalability. The STACKIT data center, for example, scores with state-of-the-art infrastructure, strict compliance requirements and a service that goes far beyond standard solutions.

1. maximum security and compliance

STACKIT operates its ISO 27001-certified data centers exclusively in Germany and Austria. Your data is processed in compliance with GDPR and protected by multi-level physical and digital measures: from biometric access control and 24/7 monitoring to state-of-the-art fire protection.

2. maximum availability and reliability

With a guaranteed minimum availability of 99.98% and high availability class n+1, your systems are available around the clock. Redundant power supply, air conditioning and data connection ensure that operations continue to run smoothly even during maintenance or in the event of a technical failure.

3. geo-redundancy and business continuity

Thanks to a multi-location strategy, information can be stored and mirrored at several locations. This means that backup and disaster recovery concepts can usually be implemented efficiently. Ideal for critical applications – whether hosted locally or in the cloud.

4. flexible infrastructure and individual solutions

STACKIT offers innovative products and services for every requirement. Whether individual server racks, entire server rooms or colocation space: STACKIT offers flexible rental options and individual configurations. The IT environment can be tailored precisely to your needs and scaled at any time, even in the event of changes.

5 Sustainability and energy efficiency

STACKIT relies on innovative cooling technologies and low PUE values. This conserves resources, lowers operating costs and actively contributes to reducing the carbon footprint. A benefit for the environment and the budget.

6. personal service and reliable support

We have many years of experience and expertise in setting up and implementing sophisticated IT projects. Our team accompanies you from planning to migration to ongoing operation: with technical expertise, personal support and 24/7 support. This ensures that your infrastructure remains efficient while you can concentrate on your core business.

The STACKIT data center offers you these functions in detail

Our technology guarantees stable and uninterrupted operation even under exceptional conditions. With the help of our own transformers and powerful diesel generators, we guarantee a self-sufficient, redundant and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) with an emergency power generator for up to 72 hours. This system is supplemented by an equally redundant air conditioning system, cold aisle containment and demand-controlled temperature regulation.

STACKIT also meets the highest safety requirements in terms of fire protection: Modern early detection systems, nitrogen extinguishing systems and clearly separated fire compartments provide reliable protection. At the same time, real-time measurement of power consumption ensures full transparency and efficient control of energy consumption.

Safety controls at the highest level

The physical security of the facilities follows a multi-level concept: high-quality security fencing, access control by card, code or biometric method and a security team on duty around the clock guarantee maximum protection. The concept is complemented by seamless indoor and outdoor building surveillance.

STACKIT also focuses on future-proofing the IT infrastructure: the racks have a modular design, can be individually configured and are equipped with sensors, special software and separate access solutions. A redundant data connection via separate routes ensures that data traffic continues to run reliably even in the event of a fault.

Future-proof and energy-efficient

STACKIT takes a holistic and resource-saving approach to data centers. The Ostermiething site in Austria is a showcase project in terms of sustainability: STACKIT uses water from a nearby river for cooling all year round. In combination with state-of-the-art technology, the data center achieves a PUE value of <1.2 – a top value in a European comparison. For this concept, the site was awarded the Gold Certificate by the Austrian Sustainable Building Council (ÖGNI).

The conscious use of resources also plays a central role at the German locations. By using energy-efficient cooling systems and intelligent power distribution, it is possible to both lower operating costs and significantly reduce the ecological footprint.

The STACKIT data center in practice

Securely storing sensitive citizen data in the administration

Public institutions in the municipal sector use STACKIT’s colocation solutions to store particularly sensitive citizen data securely and in compliance with the law. The IT departments benefit from the close cooperation with the STACKIT team – especially from the high availability and smooth integration into existing processes. Thanks to geo-redundant storage, all digital content – from administrative files to digital citizen services – remains accessible at all times, even in the event of outages.

Zur Branchenlösung Öffentlicher Sektor

Operating medical platforms reliably

For providers in the medical platform sector, compliance with strict data protection and availability standards is a top priority. This is why the decision was made to use a STACKIT data center. The reason: it is not only ISO 27001 and C5 certified, but also enables data hosting in Germany. This allows the company to meet the highest compliance requirements while protecting the sensitive health data of its users. Thanks to the data center’s geo-redundant concept, digital services remain available at all times, even in the event of outages.

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Managing Black Friday without system stress

Speed, scalability and data security count in online retail. A large e-commerce provider uses the STACKIT infrastructure to flexibly and reliably absorb peak loads – for example on Black Friday. The dynamic expandability of resources, 24/7 support and GDPR-compliant data processing ensure a stable shopping experience – even with high computing costs.

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Tips & tricks: How to get started with the STACKIT data center in the best possible way

Regardless of whether you use a data center for your own systems or as part of a colocation solution: As a rule, it pays to focus on planning, monitoring and flexible scaling at an early stage. The following tips will help you avoid typical mistakes right from the start.

Rely on automation and transparency

Professional monitoring – increasingly also using artificial intelligence – is the be-all and end-all for smooth operation. With the right software and management tools, you can keep an eye not only on your resources, but also on power consumption and security status. Thanks to real-time data and artificial intelligence, bottlenecks can be identified and rectified before they become a problem. Because time is of the essence.

Think redundancy right from the start

Even high-tech devices and high-performance software are not immune to maintenance windows or unexpected disruptions. Those who are prepared remain capable of acting: Georedundant systems and business continuity strategies ensure that your applications continue to run even in the event of a partial outage. STACKIT supports you in planning and implementing individual disaster recovery concepts.

Plan for the future

Technology continues to develop, just like your company. That’s why it pays to rely on modular solutions that grow with you. STACKIT not only offers flexible rental space, but also individual rack configurations and scalable services that you can adapt at any time without costly hardware investments.

Secure access consistently

Security doesn’t start with the server, it starts at the door. Modern biometric access controls, coupled with individual sensors on the racks, also protect your systems at a physical level. Every access is fully documented.

Pay attention to energy efficiency

Sustainability is not a luxury, but makes economic sense for companies. Low PUE values and intelligent cooling concepts save energy and lead to lower operating costs in the long term. STACKIT relies on modern technologies at all locations that protect the environment and your budget.

IT sovereignty begins with the STACKIT data center

A data center is more than just a place where data is stored. It is the foundation of digital innovation, economic stability and sustainable growth. STACKIT data centers score points with maximum security and a personal all-round service at the highest technical level.

Whether your company wants to protect sensitive data, operate complex applications or flexibly expand systems, your digital assets are in the best hands with STACKIT, because we consistently focus on the needs of our customers. With a clear focus on sovereignty and sustainability, we make your IT infrastructure fit for the future.

FAQ – frequently asked questions about data centers from STACKIT

How do STACKIT data centers differ from traditional server rooms?

STACKIT operates certified, high-availability data centers with state-of-the-art technology, comprehensive security architecture and professional round-the-clock operation. Compared to conventional server rooms, they offer significantly more: for example, scalable infrastructure, strict compliance standards and individual services that are specially tailored to business-critical applications.

Which certifications and security standards does STACKIT meet?

All data centers are certified in accordance with ISO 27001, are GDPR-compliant and have a multi-level security concept. This includes biometric access controls, 24/7 monitoring, physical access zones and modern fire protection systems.

How sustainable are STACKIT’s data centers?

STACKIT relies on sustainable technologies for resource-conserving and economically efficient use. This includes innovative cooling systems, such as year-round river water cooling in Ostermiething and low PUE values.