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BackgroundOur qualifications:Proven Technology Partner for colocation(3)Center Colocation is the ideal networking environment for your mission-critical equipment.Freedom to Connect from the Network LeaderSKL Services, Inc Partner Enabled SM Level (3) Center Colocation offers customers the unique combination of both carrier-neutrality and our own broadband international network. This approach empowers both your networking and colocation worlds simultaneously. You have the freedom to choose any carrier, and you have the power that comes with having a Tier 1 network integrally docked at the doorstep of your colocation space. Best yet, Level 3 brings the network and colocation worlds together by helping you design an integrated colocation solution.Freedom to Choose Any NetworkSKL Services, Inc Partner Enabled SM Level (3) Center Colocation provides a colocation environment where customers have the freedom to network on their terms, not ours. Our 41 largest facilities — our “Gateways” — offer connectivity to an average of eight telecommunications carriers just a Cross Connect away. Our broad footprint of consistently designed quality facilities virtually eliminates the hassle of trying to find another vendor as your needs evolve and grow. Our proven technology and network gives SKL the edge to be your Strategic Technology Partner for colocation.
Level 3 is widely recognized for its culture of technology innovation and leadership. The company has played a key role in helping to lead the global communications industry through a true revolution – the shift away from the legacy circuit-based technologies in place for the past century to new Internet Protocol (IP) technologies.The company built the first international, continuously upgradeable network optimized for IP technology. Level 3 now operates one of the largest Internet backbones in the world, as well as one of the world’s largest softswitch platforms carrying billions of minutes of IP-based voice and data calls every week.Level 3 engineers and scientists include some of the industry’s most notable network architects and developers. They are responsible for innovations in many of the most important areas of IP-based communications, including softswitch networking, Multi-Protocol Label Switching, bandwidth provisioning, and network optimization.
Beyond advanced voice, video, and data services, Level 3 envisions IP technology becoming the foundation for a wide variety of communications companies that specialize in audio, video, and collaborative services for both businesses and consumers. Today, Level 3 stands as an acknowledged leader in the communications industry, and continues to aggressively develop new technologies, pushing the boundaries as one of the key players in the technology revolution.
The Level 3 logo and (3)Center are registered service marks, and The Network Partner You Can Rely On, ONTAP, and (3)Tech are service marks of Level 3 Communications, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and service marks referenced in this document are the property of their respective owners.
Gain access to Level 3’s expansive broadband network• 22,500 route miles across North America and Europe• Network serves 88 markets internationally
Benefit from Level 3’s design expertise• Customers benefit from Level 3’s experience in designing its own network
and the colocation solutions of hundreds of customers in our Data Centers • Our Sales Engineers draw from Level 3’s expertise to create a solution that
integrates customers’ colocation and networking needs The network of choice for the largest communications companies
• 3 out of the 5 largest U.S. cable providers• 9 out of 10 world’s largest telecom companies• 5 of the top 6 U.S. Internet Service Providers • Wireless networks with 158 million subscribers
Numerous connectivity options for customers• IP• Metro and Intercity Private Line
Level 3’s Premier Network“The Network Partner You Can Rely OnSM”
• Metro Ethernet• Metro and Intercity Dark Fiber• Metro and Intercity Wavelength
Freedom to Connect to Other CarriersAn average of eight carriers are just a Cross Connect away in
Level 3’s Gateways.
Level 3 makes it easy to connect to numerous carriers in the Gateways• Cross Connects are provisioned using Level 3's proprietary ONTAPSM system, which
frequently results in installation times as short as one day• Customers can link equipment from cabinet-to-suite, floor-to-floor, customer-to-vendor, or
Level 3 operates 73 colocation facilities worldwide for a total of 5 million square feet of space. Level 3 is one of the largest
colocation providers in the world.
32 Gateways in the U.S. and 10 in Europe31 Synergy sites
Gateway sites are IP-enabled, include the full suite of Level 3 services, and offer AC or DC powerSynergy sites are transport-focused and have DC power
SecurityLevel 3 strictly controls access to each facility through a multi-tiered
security system.
Multiple Security Layers• Photo ID access cards required at point-of-entry• Palm Scan AND photo ID card required to enter the Colocation area• 24 x 7 x 365 closed-circuit video monitoring and logging • Perimeter doors alarm-monitored 24 x 7 x 365• Secured cabinet and caged access
40 dedicated security professionals proactively manage Level 3’s physical and network security from headquartersRoutine quarterly testing of security policies and procedures
Reliable PowerLevel 3’s electrical distribution system, UPS, and backup generators are
specifically designed to keep your equipment running, even during a blackout.Redundant Power System
• Redundant UPS power, backed by batteries and powerful emergency generators, provide sufficient backup power to keep facilities operational at maximum load
On August 14, 2003, the Northeast experienced the
largest blackout in U.S. history. Commercial power was cut to
37 Level 3 facilities, yet not one facility experienced interrupted
power. During the blackout, Level 3 generated enough
power to support 10,000 homes.
• In the event of a commercial power failure, automatic transfer switches (ATS) ensure smooth transition to back-up power
and air flow• Provides easy access to cabling and power
Cooling• Redundant cooling systems insure protection in the event of an equipment failure• Cooling efficiently delivered through raised floor space• Humidity maintained at 50% (+/- 10%)• Temperature maintained at 72 degrees (+/- 6 degrees)
Advanced Fire Detection and Suppression• Sprinkler system is a dry-piped, double-interlocked, pre-action fire
protection system• Provides best security against accidental discharge from sprinklers• Smoke detection system above and below
Level 3 advantage versus competitors listed above • Level 3 colocation is carrier-neutral, meaning that customers can use other providers
if desired. MCI and AT&T are not carrier-neutral and hold customers captive.
• Customers have the advantage of working with a company that provides more than colocation. Level 3 can provide a total networking solution. Players such as Equinix and Switch and Data can’t provide the network piece of the colocation solution.
• Geographic coverage is unsurpassed
• World-class service
• Flexibility and expertise in designing the colocation solution for the customer
We would like to thank you for the resent opportunity to gain your trust and build a partnership for the future. I trust my sales and technical staff answered your questions and concerns. We understand the value of the dollars spent to obtain your goals. The investment in the network that you will rely on to make your product available 24/7/365 through development to production and beyond carries a large weight on you and your company. We feel you understand quite well the infrastructure available to you and the reliability we bring to the table. We offer substantial resources to back you up.
As you know the business world moves its focus to the digital world, having the right technology in place can mean life or death to a company. At SKL Services Inc., we are partnered with the leader in IP transport technology to help you stay one step ahead of the competition. Our broad footprint of consistently designed quality facilities virtually eliminates the hassle of trying to find another vendor as your needs evolve and grow. Our proven technology and network gives SKL the edge to be your Strategic Technology Partner for colocation.
SKL Services Inc. has the uniqueness to be flexible. We understand every client has different needs and concerns. We are able to service all colocation and outsourcing needs regardless of size or location. SKL Service’s partner status with Level 3 gives us the ability to offer and perform services that truly “Take your business to the next level!”
Again, thank you for the opportunity to gain your trust and build a partnership for the future.