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DartPoints

DartPoints ‘building block’ data center Launched in 2014, DartPoints emphasizes edge computing with their aim to build a national network of micro-data centers. Their modular “building block” micro-data centers allow for quick and cost-effective deployment in secondary markets while allowing scalability for different customer needs.

Headquarters: Dallas, TX
Web: http://dartpoints.com/

DartPoints Buys Metro Data Center, Expands Into Ohio Hyperscale Hub

By Rich Miller - October 29, 2020 Leave a Comment

Metro Data Center President Rob Kopp inside the company's facility in Dublin, Ohio. (Photo: Metro Data Center)

Edge computing specialist DartPoints has acquired Metro Data Centers in a deal that will give it access to the growing hyperscale cloud ecosystem in Central Ohio.

Tagged With: DartPoints, Edge Computing, Ohio

Switch Developing Security Robots to Patrol Edge Data Centers

By Rich Miller - August 10, 2020 Leave a Comment

Switch has developed Switch Sentry security robots to deploy at future edge data centers and enterprise sites. Robots could be an important tool to solve challenges in data center management, as well as contactless commerce during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tagged With: DartPoints, Data Center Security, Robotics, Security, switch, TMGcore

DartPoints Maps Regional Strategy for Edge Computing Growth

By Rich Miller - July 29, 2020 Leave a Comment

Several concept drawings of DartPoint data centers. (Images: DartPoints)

With a new capital partner and CEO, DartPoints says it is ready to move ahead with a deployment of a regional network of edge colocation centers, and may also seek to grow through acquisitions.

Tagged With: DartPoints, Edge Computing, Edge Data Centers

Astra Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Edge Specialist DartPoints

By Rich Miller - May 6, 2020 Leave a Comment

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Private equity firm Astra Capital Management has acquired a majority interest in edge computing specialist DartPoints, and says it will invest significant capital to expand its network in North America.

Tagged With: DartPoints, Edge Computing

Investing in Edge Computing: It’s Still Early, Investors Say

By Rich Miller - October 30, 2018 Leave a Comment

Jonathan Atkin of RBC Capital (at left) speaks on an investment panel at the Edge Congress in Austin. Other panelists (left to right) include Phil Kelley from Crown Castle, Christof Hammerli of Landmark Infrastructure, and DataBank CEO Raul Martynek. (Photo: Rich Miller)

It may be several years before there is a “pure play” opportunity for individuals to invest in edge computing, said panelists at last week’s Edge Congress. But private players are placing early bets, and watching trends for investment opportunities.

Tagged With: Compass Data Centers, DartPoints, dcBLOX, Edge Computing, Edge Data Centers, EdgeMicro, Vapor IO

Clearing the Confusion: Defining the Layers of Edge Computing

By Rich Miller - August 24, 2018 Leave a Comment

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Edge computing is a trend that is both buzzy and fuzzy. The good news: Stakeholders are working to clarify the infrastructure layers and use cases for edge, which has the potential to reshape America’s Internet infrastructure.

Tagged With: DartPoints, Edge Computing, Edge Data Centers, EdgeConneX, EdgeMicro, VaporIO

Edge Computing Supports New Strategies, New Players

By Sarah Rubenoff - June 22, 2018 Leave a Comment

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Edge computing comprises a broad spectrum of technologies and use cases, enabling new strategies for end users and service providers alike. Here’s a look at Data Center Frontier’s latest coverage of edge trends and players.

Tagged With: Compass Data Centers, DartPoints, Edge Computing, Edge Data Centers, Vapor IO

Early Mover DartPoints Targets Edge Projects at Towers, Universities

By Rich Miller - March 29, 2018 Leave a Comment

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DartPoints was an early mover in edge computing, launching back in 2012. The company is in growth mode, with new modular data center deployments at telecom towers and universities.

Tagged With: DartPoints, Edge Computing, Edge Data Centers

DartPoints Brings its Micro Data Centers to the Edge

By Rich Miller - May 16, 2017 Leave a Comment

The DartPoints data center "building block" design featuring products from Schneider Electric. (Photo: DartPoints)

DartPoints, which launched in 2014 with an ambitious vision to build a national network of micro data centers, is planning facilities in five new markets.

Tagged With: DartPoints, Edge Computing, Edge Data Centers, Schneider Electric

Right-Sizing for the Edge: Data Center Design in Secondary Markets

By Rich Miller - October 27, 2015 1 Comment

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Modular design and lean construction methods are playing a major role as the data center industry expands in new places. As data moves to the edge of the network, data centers are being right-sized to fit the demands of these new markets.

Tagged With: BASELAYER, Compass Data Centers, DartPoints, Edge Data Centers, FairPoint, IO, Schneider Electric

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