The CME’s data center in Aurora, IL, opened for client use on January 29, 2012. This facility provides the lowest latency connection for all products traded on the CME Globex platform, bringing speed from client to matching engine down to microseconds from milliseconds.
cme group's data center features
428,000+ square feet of space
Two 138,000 volt transmission quality utility services from two separate plants
Environmentally green, cutting edge HVAC and electrical distribution equipment
the facility is under the MANAGEMENT and control of cme group, and will provide:
12.5 MW of usable power to colocation customers in initial phase
Tier three design with additional security, fire protection and infrastructure enhancements
Two tiers of power capacity per licensed cabinet, including licensed space, power and data center environmentals
cme server colocation connectivity services - lowest latency and equidistant
CME GLink – Equidistant Cross Connect to ensure location neutrality for all clients
Multiple diverse entrances, redundant carrier rooms
Carrier-neutral, open access telecommunications policy provides for flexibility, including CME GLink, Cross Connects, Bulk Transport and Utility Networks
cme server colocation support services - convenience and responsivness
Flexibility in maintaining and servicing equipment
On-site technicians for routine maintenance, as well as emergency assistance
24/7 Client Support Team, including remote hands, shipping and receiving, client support portal and customer amenities