Scarlet operates out of their Data Center in Willemstad, Curacao.
We offer three different Co-Location packages:

a. Basic Co-Location Package

For those who want to place a single server or have some rackspace up to 8U's.

b. Advanced Co-Location Package

For those that want to have a half- or full rack.

c. Off-site Co-Location Package

For those who want their redundant server at an off-site location.

All allow you to take advantage of our state of the art equipment, our world class data center, our 24/7 support, a highly redundant, high speed backbone connection, and 99.9% always-on Internet bandwidth.

What is co-location?

Co-location (sometimes spelled "colocation" or "collocation") refers to a scenario where a client's equipment is physically connected to the Internet through Scarlet's upstream connection, and is situated in a Scarlet rack at our data center.  The client is able to maintain complete control over their server, while taking advantage of our premium facility and Internet connection.

Why would I want to co-locate a server?

Co-location is attractive to companies which rely heavily on their Internet presence, or which have mission-critical online applications, but which don't need an entire rack full of equipment.  Companies can take advantage of our highly redundant upstream connection (more on this below) and the sophisticated environmental controls and security provisions that Scarlet has, without having to foot the bill for an entire cabinet at the data center. 

Tell me about the facility

Scarlet is located in Willemstad, Curacao, in the Scarlet building.  Clients can rely on their equipment being up and running because the facility is built to unwavering quality standards.  All infrastructure systems are constructed with N+1 redundancy, ensuring that there is always a backup path available.  Scarlet guarantees 99.9% network uptime, and have the infrastructure to back up this astonishing claim.  All equipment is mounted in our secured cabinets with a very fast, fully redundant Internet connection. 

What services are included?

The services included vary depending on what plan you choose.  The Basic co-location package primarily consists of space in our rack, power for your equipment, and the physical connection to the Internet.  For Advanced Co-Location, we include 24/7 support, power, 8MB uplink to fiber internet backbone and real time IP traffic measurements.  Off site Co-Location package includes for instance power, local loops to local premises and real time IP traffic measurements.  Additional services include specific application support, additional security, backup solutions, and more.  We'll work with you to tailor a plan to meet your business needs. 
Scarlet can provide firewall services at an additional charge upon request, and will work with you to define a suitable security strategy.  We recommend that clients utilize pcAnywhere, Terminal Services, Secure Shell or similar software to allow for remote control of their servers.  We will gladly assist with initial configuration.  "Remote-hands" service (to physically reboot a server, for example, or swap tapes for backups) is available at additional charge, as are remote backup solutions.

Is co-location expensive?

Not at all, when you consider the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your critical systems are located in a world class data center with a super high speed always on Internet connection, and are monitored and supported on a 24/7 basis.  In fact, you can co-locate a small rack-mount server with Scarlet for about what you'd pay for a business class internet connection to your office.  Co-location begins at Nafl.625,- /mo per "U" of rack space (1U is 1.75", and is the standard unit of measure for rack-mounted equipment). Space for tower servers is available as well.

If you would like to know more about our Co-Location Services you can contact us by sending an e-mail to sales@scarlet.an or call your sales representative.

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