GDS Ltd: Chengdu Data Center CD2
About Chengdu Data Center CD2
Chengdu Data Center CD2, operated by GDS Holdings Ltd, is a next-generation, purpose-built facility located in Chengdu, Sichuan Province—China’s emerging digital and innovation hub in the west. Designed for hyperscale performance, regulatory compliance, and sustainable operation, CD2 complements GDS’s growing western China presence with infrastructure optimized for cloud computing, enterprise IT, and AI-driven workloads.
CD2 is fully integrated into the GDS metro and national fiber network, providing secure, low-latency interconnection across China’s digital core.
🔹 Key Features:- Location: Located in Chengdu’s high-tech zone, close to major research institutions, enterprise campuses, and cloud ecosystems.
- Facility Design: Multi-floor facility with modular construction, seismic reinforcement, and smart energy systems.
- Power Infrastructure:
- Dual-grid utility access with N+1 UPS redundancy
- Backup diesel generators for full load failover
- Supports high-density racks up to 20kW or more
- Cooling Systems:
- Chilled water systems with in-row and aisle containment
- AI-powered environmental control and airflow optimization
- Low PUE targets aligned with GDS’s sustainability standards
- 24/7 staffed security, biometric authentication, and intelligent surveillance
- Multi-zone access controls and isolated suite options
- Dedicated logistics and secure loading facilities
- ISO/IEC 27001 – Information Security
- ISO/IEC 20000 – IT Service Management
- ISO 9001 / 14001 – Quality and Environmental Management
- Uptime Institute Tier III (Design Certified)
- GB50174 / GB/T 22239 – Chinese regulatory standards for data center infrastructure and cybersecurity
- Carrier-neutral, with access to multiple Chinese Tier 1 network providers
- Direct connections to cloud service providers and national fiber backbone
- Seamless integration with other GDS Chengdu and national sites
- High-speed interconnects for hybrid cloud, edge computing, and DR/BCP
- Hyperscale cloud expansion and edge nodes
- Public sector and regional data compliance
- AI/ML compute clusters and GPU-hosting
- Enterprise hybrid IT deployments
- High-availability and disaster recovery infrastructure
Chengdu Data Center CD2 positions GDS as a key enabler of digital transformation in western China—offering powerful, efficient, and secure infrastructure for future-ready workloads in a high-growth region.
