CoreSite CH2 - Chicago Data Center
1432 S. Clinton St., Chicago, IL 60607
The First Purpose-Built Data Center In Downtown Chicago
The first purpose-built data center in downtown Chicago, CoreSite’s CH2 supports customers’ high-density requirements and enables connectivity to cloud, network and IT providers needed to accelerate digital transformation and meet hybrid and multicloud demands.
CH2 is certified as part of the NVIDIA DGX-Ready Data Center program. With the power, cooling and interconnection needed to host scalable, high-performance infrastructure, organizations can look to CH2 to capitalize on rising demand for artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and other high-density applications.
Our modern CH2 data center space of more than 169,000 square feet and 18 MW is ready for custom buildouts, supported with state-of-the-art mechanical and electrical infrastructure, 24x7x365 security, field operations, remote hands and customer service. The roof access at CH2 provides line of sight across Chicago. Optimized connectivity access is achieved through the three separate, diverse fiber entry routes into the data center.
CH2 also has sustainability focused construction features and was recognized as an Energy Star building. New and existing customers at CH2 can take advantage of the Illinois sales tax incentive, which offers a 10.25% savings on the purchase of equipment and software.
Data Center Highlights
Features and Benefits
As part of CoreSite’s Chicago market, CH2 is a network-dense, cloud-connected data center built to accelerate IT modernization, ensure compliance and reduce total cost of operation.From full cabinets to colocation cages, private suites and build-to-suit, CH2 has the capability to support a wide range of digital enterprise requirements.
Create a low-latency data transport solution with access to 50+ networks, including metro networks, software-defined networks and more.
Access peering exchanges at CH2 including the CoreSite Any2Exchange®, for Internet peering, as well as AMS-IX Chicago, United IX Chicago and DE-CIX.
CoreSite data centers are designed to deliver an optimal customer experience. Our team of experts provides 24x7x365 security, field operations and remote hands services, all backed by a 100% SLA uptime.
Data Center Specifications
The technical specifications for CoreSite’s CH2 facility highlight critical components of the building and services offered at this location. Get the full set of specifications.- SPACE AND POWER
- RELIABILITY
- COMPLIANCE AND SECURITY
- CONNECTIVITY
Partial cabinets, full cabinets, cages, private suites and build-to-suit
SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, HIPAA
Key cards, biometric scanners and controlled data center access
Perimeter and interior IP-DVR
Frequently Asked Questions
CoreSite Chicago CH2 offers WiFi, rentable office space and temporary office areas, along with a tech lounge with a kitchen, television and couches.
Yes. CoreSite is participating in the Illinois and Virginia Tax Exemption Programs. Learn more about the benefits of this program by clicking here.