Csquare’s IAD2-B Sterling data center, located at 22860 International Drive in Sterling, Virginia, stands as one of Northern Virginia’s premier facilities for enterprise-grade colocation and managed hosting solutions. Designed from the ground up to exceed the exacting standards of mission-critical workloads, the Sterling 6 facility delivers unmatched reliability, security, and scalability for organizations across finance, healthcare, government, and technology sectors.
As a concurrently maintainable Tier III data center, Sterling 6 offers a comprehensive range of colocation options tailored to diverse business requirements. Enterprises can choose from secure half-cabinet colocation (half or full cabinets with locking mechanisms), private caged environments (10 × 10 ft full cages or 5 × 10 ft half cages), or fully customized caged solutions. With 45,200 square feet of white space, including expansive raised-floor areas, the facility provides ample room for growth while maintaining optimal operational efficiency.
Security and compliance remain top priorities at Csquare’s Sterling data center. The facility holds SAS 70 Type II certification and maintains full PCI DSS compliance, making it an ideal choice for organizations handling sensitive or regulated data. Round-the-clock onsite security personnel, coupled with comprehensive indoor and outdoor video surveillance, man-traps, biometric palm scanners, and card-key access controls, ensure only authorized individuals reach the data center floor. Advanced fire suppression systems and seismic bracing further safeguard infrastructure against natural and man-made threats.
Power reliability is engineered to the highest standards. The Sterling 6 data center operates on an N+1 redundant power design backed by a 5.1 MW utility feed and 100% power uptime SLA. Diverse A/B power feeds, redundant UPS systems in N+1 configuration, and automatic failover to on-site diesel generators guarantee uninterrupted operation. Customers benefit from power densities up to 225 watts per square foot, with flexible 120V or 208V circuits (20A or 30A) and a full range of NEMA and custom receptacles. Precision-controlled HVAC systems maintain optimal temperature and humidity levels year-round, protecting sensitive equipment in even the most demanding environments.
Connectivity at Csquare’s Sterling facility is truly carrier-neutral, providing access to multiple Tier-1 carriers and diverse fiber paths into the building. Enterprises can select from a broad portfolio of services including high-capacity Internet bandwidth, MPLS, VPN, EVPL, EPL, private line, and traditional SONET (DS-1, DS-3, and OC-x) circuits. 10 Gbps uplinks deliver seamless public and private peering through Csquare’s robust IP backbone.
Backed by experienced engineers and support staff available 24×7×365, Csquare’s Sterling data center combines cutting-edge infrastructure with white-glove service to deliver peace of mind for the most critical IT deployments. Whether an organization requires simple colocation or fully managed infrastructure hosting, the Sterling 6 facility in Loudoun County—the world’s largest data center market—provides a future-proof foundation for digital transformation and uninterrupted business continuity.
