Network and Servers

Unlike most other hosting providers, The Planet offers 24x7x365 redundant monitoring capabilities from two Network Operations Center (NOC) locations, staffed by certified system administrators and security professionals. Our network management teams operate NOCs in Houston and Dallas to assure the most sophisticated and comprehensive systems monitoring, and complete monitoring back-up in the event of any emergency.

We leverage state of the art network monitoring software combined with highly defined monitoring and escalation procedures to ensure the highest standards for security, reliability, performance and systems availability.
Redundant network cores in multiple data centers means that if a router or high-level network appliance goes down for any reason, there is no loss of service.

Gigabit cross-connects between multiple data centers assures that data moves quickly. And if any one data center were to experience network connectivity issues, it would simply route outgoing data through other centers.

The Planet ensures that our system automatically measure the latency of key network routes and sends client data to the Internet along the best possible route.

High powered network speed and bandwidth
When it comes to network speed and bandwidth, The Planet is second to none. With an unrivaled 100 gigabits per second speed, The Planet eliminates bandwidth traffic jams and roadblocks to assure high volume, instantaneous response for hosted applications.

By using multiple Tier 1 telecom providers and direct Internet connections, we bypass transit networks and shorten the network path between your IT infrastructure and your customers. The result is lower latency, maximum speed, and unsurpassed reliability. In short, The Planet provides you with the connectivity, bandwidth and stability you simply can't find anywhere else.

Bandwidth Providers:

• AT&T
• AboveNet
• Savvis
• Verio
• Global Crossing
• Level 3
• Time Warner Telecom

World-Class Hosting Capabilities Only from The Planet

Number 1 privately held dedicated server hosting provider in the world with more than 500 employees (second only to publicly held IBM)

Fourth largest hosting provider of web sites (3.1 million)

Serving more than 22,000 businesses worldwide; 40 percent outside of North America

Six wholly owned and managed state-of-the-art data centers (2 in Houston, 4 in Dallas) containing more than 48,000 servers housed in 155,000 sq. ft. of raised floor space with 12,000 sq. ft. expansion capability

Fully redundant Network Operations Center capabilities from two cities, 24 x 7 x 365 monitoring
One of the industry's fastest, most robust networks (100 gigabits/sec)

Our network is designed and built for the highest reliability by using the best network equipment.

Redundant GigE Backbone
Multi-router gigabit connections to the Internap, SAVVIS, VERIO/NTT, Abovenet, and Global Crossing core backbone exchanges located in the INFOMART in Dallas, Texas

Cisco Routers & Switches
6500, 3750, 2900 Series routers and switches with gigabit speeds available from the individual server to the Internet.

Traffic Management & Analysis
Utilizing Peakflow from Arbor Networks coupled with Netflow data from Cisco routers and switches, network engineers continuously monitor the health, reliability, and performance of the network. Historical analysis is critical for demand and capacity planning.

Network IDS, IPS & DDOS
Industry best solutions from Tipping Point are utilized to guard against denial of service, malicious traffic, viruses, malware, phishing, spyware and other types of Internet threats via wire speed detection and remediation coupled with automatic and zero day response.

The datacenter which our servers are housed in is a tier one datacenter facility located inside the well-known INFOMART telecom hotel near downtown Dallas. Specializing in datacenter and hosting facilities, INFOMART is home to multiple datacenters including MCI, Level 3, Equinix, Verio, Switch & Data, Verizon, DataSides, and more. Home to over twelve switch sites and thirty-five different carriers, INFOMART houses technology and telecom related businesses in a complex communications ecosystem.

Datacenter specifications:

With room for over 25,000 servers, the private N+1 datacenter facility incorporates the following infrastructure:

6000 amps 480v Input Power

Parallel 500Kva UPS Battery Backup Units

2000Kw Diesel Generator with Onsite Fuel Storage

Redundant Liebert 20 Ton HVAC Units

Pre-Action Dry Pipe Fire Suppression

Digital Security Video Surveillance