Tell a Story About Your First Data Center Migration.
They say you never forget your first data center migration - probably because it's like herding cats during a fire drill. I'm curious - what went sideways, what saved the day, and what would you never do again? Let's hear all the chaos, drama, or pizza-fueled heroics! 🍕🎖️
User created port labels
The ability to create user generated port labels would be amazing. This way I can more easily determine which one goes to which datacenter on our side. You can leave the current label in the port properties so it can be referred to when putting a ticket in, but the current naming convention is difficult to correlate which port is for which of our circuits going to which datacenter. Thanks!Accelerating lead time & simplifying choices inside the cabinet with Smart Build
Predefined options for faster, easier cabinet deployments Decisions, decisions … Have you ever felt overwhelmed by too many choices? Sometimes, more options create complexity rather than flexibility. That’s why Equinix’s Smart Build is designed to streamline decision-making and speed up cage deployments for our customers. Making it easier to do business with us Once a customer has purchased space and power from Equinix, they need to pivot on the nitty-gritty of getting it up and running—the extra things you don't think about but matter to ensure a seamless setup and experience. That’s where Smart Build comes in, offering key solutions for custom parts, plus labor and accessories that help get deployments up and running. And our new Accessories model moves us toward pre-selected, off-the-shelf options that accelerate lead times. Think of it like building out a kitchen—you could install a custom Viking range, but for most, a high-quality GE range does the job just as well, at a better cost and with quicker access. Similarly, our Accessories offer reliable, pre-approved products with set delivery SLAs that meet most customers' needs without the long wait. While we still support custom builds, we want to make it easier for customers by offering predefined, pre-approved, and pre-priced options that seamlessly fit within our power and IBX space constraints Offloading the heavy lifting to Equinix Under the Smart Build umbrella, we also offer Smart Hands, a service that provides on-demand, remote maintenance for our colocation customers. If a customer isn’t physically present at a site, they can call on Smart Hands to reboot a server, inspect hardware, or perform other essential tasks. Think of it like home maintenance—sure, you could go to a hardware store to fix a leaky faucet yourself, but most people prefer calling a plumber. With Smart Hands, customers get expert support without the hassle What’s next on the roadmap? Our top priority is standardization—getting customers up and running faster by removing complexity from quote to fulfillment. Expanding accessories: By the end of the year, we’ll be broadening our add-on accessories program, offering more ready-to-deploy solutions inside the cabinet. This means faster deployments and less guesswork for customers. For example, we’re adding copper, fiber, and basket trays to help customers easily organize and connect their infrastructure cabling between cabinets Introducing visualization tools: We’re working on tools that will allow customers to see their cage layout before deployment. Imagine designing a car online—choosing specs, colors, and features before buying. We want to bring that experience to our customers, helping them drag and drop cabinets, power distribution units (PDUs), and other elements into a virtual cage layout to make decisions fasterHave you scheduled Smart Hands using the Availability Calendar yet?
Every second matters – that’s why we’re making it easier for you to schedule and execute Smart Hands on your schedule. Using the Smart Hands Availability Calendar, you can: Schedule Smart Hands at specific times, up to 3 hours of Smart Hands service in 1-hour increments Have real-time access to technician availability Use our enhanced scheduling experience with fewer delays and ticket rejections Get started with the availability calendar today by logging into ECP and follow the steps to Order a Scheduled Smart hands request We’re working hard on making the improvements you need and want – comment below or share your feedback via ideasView and Generate Power Consumption Reports in Equinix Customer Portal
Are you ready to view your Power Consumption Reports? Here’s how to access the information you need in the Equinix Customer Portal. To generate this report, you'll need the appropriate permissions. This video will guide you on how to request those permissions.
What is Interconnection?
Take a deep dive into the concept of interconnection and its vital role in today's digital landscape. In this video, we’ll explore: What interconnection means and how it facilitates direct and private data exchange The advantages of using interconnection over traditional internet methods for data transfer A relatable analogy comparing interconnection to the US highway system The impact of interconnection on data centers and their role in the hybrid cloud strategy How interconnection enhances speed, security, and efficiency for enterprises moving large volumes of data
Multicloud Deployments with High Performance Connectivity with Equinix and Oracle
This webinar from Equinix and Oracle explores how a next-generation multicloud architecture and high-performance interconnection can help you achieve breakaway business success. Hear our experts explain how to deliver transformative customer experiences while side-stepping the internet.
