Edge data centers where your users are — zColo, managed services, and enterprise colocation
DataBank is the data center provider that recognized a gap in the market: enterprises and cloud providers need colocation not just in major metros like Dallas and Northern Virginia, but in 65+ smaller markets where regional enterprises operate, where edge computing is increasingly important, and where major providers don't compete. By acquiring zColo (Zayo's data center portfolio) in 2020, DataBank instantly became one of the largest edge data center operators in the US — with facilities in markets that Equinix, Digital Realty, and CyrusOne simply don't serve.
DataBank operates 65+ data centers across 27 markets in the United States, with a unique edge-oriented strategy that positions facilities in both major metros and secondary markets underserved by hyperscale providers. The 2020 acquisition of zColo (formerly Zayo's data center business) doubled DataBank's footprint and established their position in edge colocation markets. DataBank's customer base includes regional enterprises, mid-size cloud providers, managed service providers, and telecom carriers requiring colocation close to end users. Their portfolio spans standard retail colocation, wholesale data hall space, and managed services including network, cloud connectivity, and managed security.
Deployment model: Retail colocation (cabinet/cage), wholesale, managed services; 65+ US locations. Pricing model: Monthly recurring per cabinet and power draw; managed services a la carte. Typical price range: $700–$2,200/cabinet/month depending on market and configuration. Pricing is negotiable at volume — Compare Select benchmarks quotes against real transacted deals before you sign.
Data centers in 27 markets including secondary cities — edge presence in markets where Equinix and Digital Realty don't operate, serving regional enterprises and edge computing use cases.
Former Zayo data centers with built-in access to Zayo's fiber network — seamless network-to-colo integration for carriers and enterprises using Zayo bandwidth services.
Multiple facilities operating as carrier hotels — dense carrier presence, meet-me rooms, and cross-connect infrastructure for telecommunications and network exchange deployments.
AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud connectivity available at major DataBank locations — hybrid cloud and direct cloud connectivity without requiring Equinix or Digital Realty facilities.
Dedicated internet access, MPLS, and SD-WAN managed services delivered from DataBank facilities — integrated network and colocation from a single provider and contract.
Edge colocation designed for low-latency application delivery — facilities positioned in population centers to minimize latency for real-time applications and content delivery.
| Alternative | How it compares |
|---|---|
| Flexential | Flexential has stronger managed cloud services; DataBank has broader US edge market footprint with 65+ locations |
| Equinix | Equinix dominates major metro interconnection; DataBank serves secondary markets Equinix doesn't reach |
| Iron Mountain Data Centers | Iron Mountain focuses on compliance and archival workloads; DataBank has broader general enterprise and edge colocation footprint |
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