The Fundamentals of Equinix

Your business can thrive when you implement our global data centers, interconnections, or cloud services.

Key Concepts

  • Data centers: Equinix provides state-of-the-art data centers, which are physical facilities used to house computer systems and related components, such as telecommunications and storage systems. Equinix data centers are designed to be highly secure, reliable, and scalable, offering features such as redundant power and cooling, 24/7 monitoring, and advanced security measures.

  • Interconnection: Equinix Interconnection services enable businesses to directly connect their IT infrastructure to a wide range of service providers, partners, and customers within the Equinix global ecosystem. This allows for fast, low-latency, and secure data exchange, creating a digital edge for businesses to interconnect with key stakeholders and optimize performance.

  • Cloud services: Equinix offers a variety of cloud services, including Equinix Fabric and Equinix Metal. Equinix Fabric is a global interconnection platform that allows businesses to connect to multiple cloud service providers (CSPs) and network service providers (NSPs) via a single, secure, and high-performance connection. Equinix Metal is a bare metal infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) offering that provides on-demand, automated provisioning of physical servers for high-performance computing, big data analytics, and other workloads.

  • Ecosystem: The Equinix ecosystem is a rich marketplace of diverse companies, including cloud service providers, network service providers, enterprises, and other partners. Equinix products are designed to facilitate interconnection within this ecosystem, enabling businesses to leverage the power of a vibrant and interconnected digital community for enhanced collaboration, innovation, and business opportunities.

  • Global reach: Equinix has a global footprint with data centers in strategic locations around the world, allowing businesses to expand their IT infrastructure and interconnect with partners and customers globally. Equinix products are designed to provide a consistent, reliable, and secure experience across its global platform, helping businesses establish a global presence and accelerate their digital transformation efforts.

  • Cybersecurity: Equinix offers a comprehensive suite of security solutions to protect businesses' digital assets hosted in its data centers. Equinix security offerings include physical security measures, such as 24/7 monitoring, access controls, and biometric authentication, as well as advanced network security features, including DDoS mitigation, threat intelligence, and security consulting services.

  • Scalability and flexibility: Equinix products are designed to be highly scalable and flexible, allowing businesses to adapt their IT infrastructure to changing requirements and scale their operations as needed. Equinix offers a variety of deployment options, including colocation, interconnection, and cloud services, to cater to different business needs and enable agile and efficient IT operations.

  • Customer-centric Approach: Equinix places a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and success. The company works closely with its customers to understand their unique requirements and provides tailored solutions that meet their needs. Equinix's customer support is available 24/7, ensuring that businesses receive prompt assistance and support when needed.

Equinix does what it does best, so you can run your company using world-class reliable, secure, and interconnected data center and cloud services.

What to do next?

See Getting Started.