Cologne
Edge Data Center
Secure Edge Data Center & Colocation in Cologne
of edge data center space
site capacity (end-state)
Like the other nLighten facilities, the Cologne location enables our customers to benefit from a well-connected, high-availability data center and capable of housing high-density cabinets. The data center comes with a wide range of on-site services and a growing ecosystem of partners, all there to optimally support our customers’ IT environment.
Advantages of nLighten's Cologne Data Center...
Reliable Data Center Connectivity
With data centers across the country, this carrier neutral data center has diverse fibre entry points and meet-me areas.
The facility is strategically positioned to all the major fibre networks within Germany.
We are now a major player in Germany and have the resources of nLighten to accelerate our ambition to cover the whole of Germany.
SPACE
1,960 m2 of edge data center space
POWER
- Redundant power with independent A and B feeds to each cabinet
- Site capacity end-state – 4,800 kW
- Design Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) – 1.29
- Standard Power Density (air cooling): 2-7 kW, up to 15 kW per cabinet
- High-density (AI-ready): 15 kW to 150+ kW
LOCATION
Conveniently located for easy access by road and public transport
DESIGN
Tier III design target
AI READINESS
High Density (AI ready): 15 kW to 150+ kW
CONECTIVITY
Carrier-neutral data center with diverse fibre entry points and meet-me areas for rapid activation
COOLING
Cooling and humidity design complying with ASHRAE A1 allowable category
COMPLIANCE
We adhere to industry-leading standards, comply with applicable regulations, and continuously enhance our infrastructure and security posture. Explore our certifications
SUSTAINABILITY
- Heat recovery, residual redirected to local heating networks – Feasibility study
- 100% carbon free energy backed by Guarantees of Origin
- Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)s
- Integrated Carbon-Free Energy (ICFEn) score calculated
SECURITY
- Dual factor access control (pin/biometrics)
- CCTV – Full coverage, storage in compliance with local laws
- Fire suppression in the data hall
24/7 SUPPORT
- 24/7 service desk and 24/7 access to NOC services
- On-site services
Our Partners
Why choose an Edge Data Center in Cologne...
Dominated by the twin spires of its famous cathedral, Cologne is the largest city in North Rhine-Westphalia. It is also an important commercial centre, especially for the automotive, insurance, media and chemical industries, making it a key regional communications hub. The nLighten data center optimally supports this key industrial heartland and its surrounding areas.
nLighten's Range of Data Center Services...
Colocation Services
Our secure, pre-defined modular aisle and services containment system ensures fast deployment for your hardware and is scalable, to grow alongside your business.
Connectivity
Select access to over 65 carriers and partners for your exact requirements from the nLighten European footprint.
On-Site Services
Access support from our team of expert engineers who can work for you on a range of tasks from installing hardware to network connectivity.
nLighten's Edge Data Center Locations...
BERLIN
COLOGNE
DÜSSELDORF
FRANKFURT
HAMBURG
HANOVER
LEIPZIG
MUNICH
NUREMBERG
STUTTGART
nLighten Edge Data Centers across Europe...
We operate edge data centers distributed across Europe’s key economic hubs. These allow excellent low latency network access for local industry, private users and the mobile workforce.
