Equinix DC6
Operated by Equinix
Capacity
22MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.35
GoodGreen Score
59/ 100
Certifications
3
Nearest IXP
Equinix IX Ashburn
0 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Equinix DC6 |
| Operator | Equinix |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 22 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.35Good |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇺🇸 Ashburn, United States |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.0438, -77.4874 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 380 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2ISO 27001HIPAA |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Verified |
Connectivity & Network
1
IXPs within 50 km
1
IXPs within 100 km
3
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equinix IX Ashburn | Ashburn | 0 km | 280 |
| NYIIX New York | New York | 350 km | 200 |
| DE-CIX New York | New York | 350 km | 300 |
| DE-CIX Dallas | Dallas | 1869 km | 150 |
| MEX-IX Mexico City | Mexico City | 3012 km | 70 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Good efficiency, better than industry average
13.5% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
58.7/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇺🇸 US)
Est. Annual CO2
98.9ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇺🇸 United States)
Equinix Portfolio
Equinix
159 facilities across 19 countries
Total Facilities
159
Countries
19
Facility Types
Countries Present
Local Market Context
33
Facilities in Ashburn
536
Facilities in United States
9
Operators in Ashburn
#2
City rank in United States
Ashburn ranks #2 in United States by facility count, with 33 data centers operated by 9 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Ashburn
Ashburn has 33 facilities from 9 operators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Equinix DC6?
Equinix DC6 is a colocation data center operated by Equinix in Ashburn, United States, with 22 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Equinix DC6 have?
Equinix DC6 holds the following certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA.
How efficient is Equinix DC6?
Equinix DC6 has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.35, which is rated as "good". This is 13.5% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Equinix DC6?
The nearest IXP is Equinix IX Ashburn in Ashburn, located 0 km away with 280 connected participants.