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Premier Colorado colocation facility with world-class infrastructure, 14.4 MW power matched by 100% renewable energy, N+1 redundancy

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Iron Mountain Denver data center

DEN-1 is Iron Mountain's purpose-built 180,000 square foot/14.4 MW facility strategically located on a 6-acre campus just 10 minutes from downtown Denver. Positioned in one of the lowest-risk US metros for natural disasters, our Denver data center delivers exceptional reliability, security, and connectivity for enterprises of all sizes seeking a Colorado colocation solution. Our facility provides the highest levels of redundancy, efficiency, and compliance standards, powered by 100% matched renewable energy with N+1 redundancy. DEN-1 houses a dynamic ecosystem, including a wide range of network service providers and cloud on-ramp services.

  • 180,000
    Square foot facility
  • 14.4 MW
    Power capacity
  • 6-acre
    Secure campus
  • 240+
    Enterprise customers

Why leading enterprises choose our Denver data center (DEN-1)


The strategic advantages of Denver colocation in Colorado

Denver has become a critical data center hub for enterprises across North America seeking Colorado colocation solutions
 

Geographic Resilience

Denver's location in one of the lowest natural disaster risk zones in the US provides exceptional business continuity. The city's elevation and inland position minimize risks from hurricanes, earthquakes, and flooding.
 

Central Connectivity Hub

Strategically positioned to serve the Mountain West region with excellent fiber connectivity. Denver's central location provides optimal latency for users across Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and surrounding states.

Cost-Effective Operations

Benefit from competitive real estate costs, abundant renewable energy sources, and a favorable business climate. Denver offers significant operational savings compared to coastal markets while maintaining enterprise-grade infrastructure.

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The advantages of colocation in Denver

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  • Size: 180,000 square foot facility on a 6-acre secure campus
  • Power: 14.4 MW total capacity with N+1 redundancy
  • Infrastructure Redundancy: Concurrently maintainable with diverse utility feeds
  • Designed and Constructed to Tier III standards
  • Matched by 100% renewable energy
  • Efficiency: Ultra-efficient operations with year-over-year efficiency gains
  • Deployment Options: Colocation cabinets, dedicated cages, data center modules and private suites on raised floor and slab
  • 48U to 62U options with high-density configurations up to 20 kW
  • Low optimal design PUE
  • Raised-floor configurations across multiple data halls
  • Utility: Xcel Energy with diverse power feeds
  • Exceptional reliability
  • Security: 24/7/365 on-site monitoring
  • Secure data center with 3-factor authentication in the data hall and 2-factor at the building entrance.
  • 24/7/365 Smart Hands with skilled local professionals
  • Professional migration services and cross connect installations
  • Customer conference rooms, offices and break room facilities
  • Shipping and receiving facilities with loading dock access
  • Service area: Denver, Colorado; Mountain West region and beyond
  • Distance: 10 minutes from downtown Denver
  • Airport: Close proximity to Denver International Airport (DEN)
  • Carrier Hotel: 910 5th St.
  • Low natural disaster risk profile in one of the safest US metros
  • Easy access to Boulder, Colorado Springs and Front Range Urban Corridor
  • Address: 4300 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216
Network Infrastructure
  • Diverse Entry Points: Redundant MMRs and fiber points of entry with diverse routing paths
  • Cloud Connectivity: Direct access to AWS® and Microsoft Azure®, with cloud on-ramps for interconnection
  • Carrier-Neutral Facility: Wide selection of carriers with 13 on-site network providers
  • Metro Access: Direct connectivity to Megaport® fabric for enhanced interconnection options
  • WAN Connectivity: WAN connectivity options
Network Services
  • Cross Connects: Secure connections to the ecosystem of carriers, partners, and customers in DEN-1 Meet-Me-Rooms
  • Direct Internet Access/IP Transit: Multiple upstream providers with redundant connectivity paths supporting BGP and TCP/IP v4 or v6. Providers including Arelion, Lumen and Zayo
  • Cloud On-Ramps: Low-latency connections to major cloud providers and software-defined networks
  • Metro Wave: Dedicated optical connectivity and peering services for regional interconnection
  • Virtual Cross Connects/Private Network Transport: Point-to-point L2 connectivity is available between our data centers, leveraging Iron Mountain’s network backbone
Global Standards (ISO Certifications)
  • ISO 27001 (Information Security Management)
  • ISO 50001 (Energy Management)
  • ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)
  • ISO 22301 (Business Continuity Management)
  • ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
Regulated Industries
  • NIST 800-53 cybersecurity framework compliance
  • FISMA HIGH authorization for federal requirements
  • FedRAMP authorized for government cloud services
  • PCI-DSS certification for payment card industry standards (Financial Services)
  • HIPAA compliance for healthcare data protection
  • HITRUST certification for healthcare information security
  • Department of Defense Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (aligned)
Infrastructure & Operations
  • SOC 2 Type II audit reports
  • SOC 3 audit reports
Environmental & Energy
  • EPA Energy Star certified for energy efficiency

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DEN-1 hosts a dynamic community of over 240+ customers, from growing local companies to Fortune 500 enterprises. Our diverse ecosystem includes network service providers, cloud platforms, managed service providers, and enterprises across industries, including healthcare, financial services, technology, and government.

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Customer success stories

BitRefinery

Bit Refinery Customer Success Story 
The challenge:
Bit Refinery, a provider of VMware and Hadoop IaaS nationwide, wanted to expand its Hadoop IaaS offering in the Rocky Mountain region. To achieve this, it needed to find a secure Denver colocation facility that was quickly scalable and capable of keeping its dedicated servers up and running continuously.
The results:
BitRefinery is now able to offer Hadoop hosting and managed services at rates 60-70% cheaper than competitors and has the security, liability and massive capacity to accommodate its current and future colocation requirements.
In their words:
"Their network, power, and operations are unmatched. They have provided us with the stability, security, and flexibility we need to expand and shape our business." Managing Partner, BitRefinery
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Frequently asked questions

What makes Iron Mountain's Denver data center unique?

Among data centers in Colorado, DEN-1 stands out for its comprehensive compliance program. Located in one of the lowest natural disaster risk zones in the US, our purpose-built facility offers 100% renewable power, comprehensive compliance certifications, and a thriving ecosystem of 240+ customers, including major cloud providers and network carriers. DEN-1 has a superior uptime track record.

What security and compliance measures are implemented at your Denver colocation facility?

Our Denver data center maintains the industry's most comprehensive compliance program, including NIST 800-53, FISMA HIGH, FedRAMP, SOC 2 Type II, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, EPA Energy Star certification, and multiple ISO certifications. Physical security includes 24/7 monitoring, biometric access controls, and multiple layers of perimeter security.

Where is your Denver data center located?

Iron Mountain Data Centers DEN-1 is located at 4300 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216, just 10 minutes from downtown Denver. The facility sits on a 6-acre campus with excellent access to major highways and transportation networks, serving the greater Denver metro area, Colorado Springs markets and beyond.

What are the power and space capacities of the Denver facility?

DEN-1, our Denver data center, offers a 180,000 square foot facility with 113,000 square feet of IT space and a total power capacity of 14.4 MW. The facility features N+1 redundancy and is powered by 100% matched renewable energy, ensuring both reliability and sustainability.

Why should I choose Denver colocation in the Colorado area?

Denver colocation offers significant advantages, including a low risk of natural disasters, a central geographic location for optimal connectivity, competitive operational costs, abundant renewable energy sources, and access to a skilled workforce. The Colorado data center market offers excellent connectivity to both coasts, serving the growing Mountain West region with Denver data center colocation solutions.

Do you offer modular data center solutions in Denver?

Yes, Iron Mountain provides flexible modular data center solutions on non-traditional raised floor that can be customized to meet specific enterprise requirements. Our modular approach allows for rapid deployment and scalable infrastructure that grows with your business needs.

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