S3 Sydney Data Centre

Located in Artarmon, less than 10km from the Sydney CBD, S3 Sydney will deliver more than 20,000m2 of IT space to organisations, as well as highly secure, native access to the leading public and private cloud platforms.

20,000m2

Technical Space

80MW

IT Capacity

10,800

Rack Capacity

Artarmon

Location

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S3 Sydney Data Centre Specifications

Power

Power your critical operations with confidence using our 2.7MW Piller rotary UPS supported by MTU (Rolls Royce) engines. With 24-hour on-site fuel storage and 100% backup of the entire site load, including mechanical systems, you'll never have to worry about downtime. Our energy-efficient data centres are designed for reliable, high-density operations, and our advanced cooling and N+1 electrical configuration provide cost-effective solutions. Trust us to power your business with peace of mind

  • 2.7MW Piller rotary UPS supported by MTU (Rolls Royce) engines, supporting the entire site load
  • 24 hours of fuel stored on-site (minimum)
  • 100% UPS backup of entire site including mechanical for continuous cooling
  • Isolated Parallel Bus

Cooling

At NEXTDC, we know that your business depends on the reliability and efficiency of your data centre. That's why we offer cutting-edge features such as hot aisle containment with ceiling plenum hot return space, Vertiv in-direct, free cooling CRAC units paired with modular cooling tower infrastructure, and N+1 independent cooling systems that deliver industry-leading PUE.

Our fully modular cooling infrastructure and N+2 CRAC units per data hall provide ultimate redundancy, while our 24-hour water storage ensures uninterrupted cooling. With our commitment to energy efficiency and unparalleled performance, you can trust NEXTDC to keep your critical IT systems running smoothly.

  • Hot aisle containment, ceiling plenum hot return space
  • Vertiv in-direct, free cooling CRAC paired with modular cooling tower infrastructure for continued growth
  • N+1 independent cooling systems, providing high levels of reliability and industry leading PUE of 1.2 (yearly average target) or 1.15 (yearly lowest)
  • 24 hours of water stored on-site (minimum)

Connectivity

NEXTDC's cutting-edge facility is your gateway to Australia's dynamic digital marketplace, connecting you with over 750 partners and allowing you to build complex hybrid cloud networks. Benefit from dynamic, secure, and scalable connections to leading cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud. Our dedicated, low-latency point-to-point Cross Connects provide enhanced performance, while managed and unmanaged Data Centre Interconnects allow for flexible connectivity options. Stay ahead of the curve with NEXTDC's tools and resources, designed to help you reach your business goals.

  • High performance, lowest latency, secure connections
  • Gateway to NEXTDC’s entire national ecosystem of public and private cloud providers, carrier networks and MSP services
  • Dual, geodiverse managed and dark fibre Data Centre Interconnects (DCIs)  available between S3, S2 and S1 (1Gb/10Gb Fibre Pair)
  • Dynamic, private, and scalable connections to Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud and Oracle Cloud. 
  • Dedicated, cost effective and low latency point-to-point Cross Connects

Security

As soon as you arrive at NEXTDC data centre, you’ll notice our robust physical security measures in place. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature anti-scale perimeter and ballistic-rated security, secure loading docks for deliveries, and extensive coverage by digital motion-sensitive CCTV cameras.

But our commitment to security doesn’t stop there. We also have stringent procedural and technological safeguards in place, such as anti-cloning card encryption and two-factor biometric fingerprint access.

We understand that true security also requires discretion. That’s why we’ve chosen to keep some of our most cutting-edge security practices under wraps – because your protection is our top priority.

  • ASIO Physical security ZONE 3 compliant
  • Designed and built to meet minimum requirements for a Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
  • Physical security concept provides the necessary measures to DETER-DETECT-DELAY-RESPOND to any security event at any of the zones
  • Ballistic rated Security Office
  • 24/7 onsite elite security operations
  • Extensive coverage by motion sensitive, high definition CCTV cameras
  • Two factor Biometric fingerprint security for data centre access
  • Individual credential checks prior to authorisation
  • Anti-cloning access card encryption
  • Secure lifts between floors
  • Intruder-resistant glass, steel mesh and solid concrete walls
  • Secure, undercover loading dock for deliveries
  • Remote monitoring and rack access control via ONEDC®
  • Monitoring of news and weather for external security risks

Compliance

Experience peace of mind with NEXTDC's world-class data centres, certified to meet the highest standards for security, quality, and energy efficiency. Our ISO, SOC, and PCI DSS certifications ensure that your data is protected at all times. And with our commitment to innovation and sustainability, you can trust that our infrastructure and processes are continuously improving to meet your evolving needs. Partner with us and join the growing community of organizations who have experienced unparalleled protection, efficiency, and reliability.

  • ISO 9001
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 45001
  • ISO 27001
  • SOC 1 Type II
  • SOC 2 Type II
  • PCI DSS
  • DTA Strategic hosting provider,
  • Tier IV Uptime Institute standard
  • NEXTDC’s corporate operations have been certified carbon neutral under the Australian Government’s Climate Active Carbon Neutral Standard

Amenities

At NEXTDC, we're dedicated to providing exceptional data centre amenities that help you work smarter, not harder. From versatile meeting rooms and dedicated office spaces to relaxing chill-out suites, our facilities are designed to ensure a seamless, comfortable, and productive experience.

  • Bookable meeting and boardrooms with multi-media hubs
  • Dedicated office space for long-term private use
  • Chill-out and break-out suites equipped with kitchen facilities, coffee and refreshments, TV, lounge, massage chairs and Foxtel
  • Equipment staging room
  • 2 x 3.5 tonne lifts
  • 1 x 15 tonne goods hoist
  • Customer car parking
  • Spare parts vending machine
  • Crash carts
  • Guest Wi-Fi

Power

Power your critical operations with confidence using our 2.7MW Piller rotary UPS supported by MTU (Rolls Royce) engines. With 24-hour on-site fuel storage and 100% backup of the entire site load, including mechanical systems, you'll never have to worry about downtime. Our energy-efficient data centres are designed for reliable, high-density operations, and our advanced cooling and N+1 electrical configuration provide cost-effective solutions. Trust us to power your business with peace of mind

  • 2.7MW Piller rotary UPS supported by MTU (Rolls Royce) engines, supporting the entire site load
  • 24 hours of fuel stored on-site (minimum)
  • 100% UPS backup of entire site including mechanical for continuous cooling
  • Isolated Parallel Bus

Cooling

At NEXTDC, we know that your business depends on the reliability and efficiency of your data centre. That's why we offer cutting-edge features such as hot aisle containment with ceiling plenum hot return space, Vertiv in-direct, free cooling CRAC units paired with modular cooling tower infrastructure, and N+1 independent cooling systems that deliver industry-leading PUE.

Our fully modular cooling infrastructure and N+2 CRAC units per data hall provide ultimate redundancy, while our 24-hour water storage ensures uninterrupted cooling. With our commitment to energy efficiency and unparalleled performance, you can trust NEXTDC to keep your critical IT systems running smoothly.

  • Hot aisle containment, ceiling plenum hot return space
  • Vertiv in-direct, free cooling CRAC paired with modular cooling tower infrastructure for continued growth
  • N+1 independent cooling systems, providing high levels of reliability and industry leading PUE of 1.2 (yearly average target) or 1.15 (yearly lowest)
  • 24 hours of water stored on-site (minimum)

Connectivity

NEXTDC's cutting-edge facility is your gateway to Australia's dynamic digital marketplace, connecting you with over 750 partners and allowing you to build complex hybrid cloud networks. Benefit from dynamic, secure, and scalable connections to leading cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud. Our dedicated, low-latency point-to-point Cross Connects provide enhanced performance, while managed and unmanaged Data Centre Interconnects allow for flexible connectivity options. Stay ahead of the curve with NEXTDC's tools and resources, designed to help you reach your business goals.

  • High performance, lowest latency, secure connections
  • Gateway to NEXTDC’s entire national ecosystem of public and private cloud providers, carrier networks and MSP services
  • Dual, geodiverse managed and dark fibre Data Centre Interconnects (DCIs)  available between S3, S2 and S1 (1Gb/10Gb Fibre Pair)
  • Dynamic, private, and scalable connections to Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud and Oracle Cloud. 
  • Dedicated, cost effective and low latency point-to-point Cross Connects

Security

As soon as you arrive at NEXTDC data centre, you’ll notice our robust physical security measures in place. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature anti-scale perimeter and ballistic-rated security, secure loading docks for deliveries, and extensive coverage by digital motion-sensitive CCTV cameras.

But our commitment to security doesn’t stop there. We also have stringent procedural and technological safeguards in place, such as anti-cloning card encryption and two-factor biometric fingerprint access.

We understand that true security also requires discretion. That’s why we’ve chosen to keep some of our most cutting-edge security practices under wraps – because your protection is our top priority.

  • ASIO Physical security ZONE 3 compliant
  • Designed and built to meet minimum requirements for a Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
  • Physical security concept provides the necessary measures to DETER-DETECT-DELAY-RESPOND to any security event at any of the zones
  • Ballistic rated Security Office
  • 24/7 onsite elite security operations
  • Extensive coverage by motion sensitive, high definition CCTV cameras
  • Two factor Biometric fingerprint security for data centre access
  • Individual credential checks prior to authorisation
  • Anti-cloning access card encryption
  • Secure lifts between floors
  • Intruder-resistant glass, steel mesh and solid concrete walls
  • Secure, undercover loading dock for deliveries
  • Remote monitoring and rack access control via ONEDC®
  • Monitoring of news and weather for external security risks

Compliance

Experience peace of mind with NEXTDC's world-class data centres, certified to meet the highest standards for security, quality, and energy efficiency. Our ISO, SOC, and PCI DSS certifications ensure that your data is protected at all times. And with our commitment to innovation and sustainability, you can trust that our infrastructure and processes are continuously improving to meet your evolving needs. Partner with us and join the growing community of organizations who have experienced unparalleled protection, efficiency, and reliability.

  • ISO 9001
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 45001
  • ISO 27001
  • SOC 1 Type II
  • SOC 2 Type II
  • PCI DSS
  • DTA Strategic hosting provider,
  • Tier IV Uptime Institute standard
  • NEXTDC’s corporate operations have been certified carbon neutral under the Australian Government’s Climate Active Carbon Neutral Standard

Amenities

At NEXTDC, we're dedicated to providing exceptional data centre amenities that help you work smarter, not harder. From versatile meeting rooms and dedicated office spaces to relaxing chill-out suites, our facilities are designed to ensure a seamless, comfortable, and productive experience.

  • Bookable meeting and boardrooms with multi-media hubs
  • Dedicated office space for long-term private use
  • Chill-out and break-out suites equipped with kitchen facilities, coffee and refreshments, TV, lounge, massage chairs and Foxtel
  • Equipment staging room
  • 2 x 3.5 tonne lifts
  • 1 x 15 tonne goods hoist
  • Customer car parking
  • Spare parts vending machine
  • Crash carts
  • Guest Wi-Fi

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