A flaw in either their air conditioning or fire alarm system shut down their power last year sometime as well. Also, when I dealt with them, I believe their NOC was connected to the Net for external monitoring purposes by a leased line which was frequently down. Now you got to read the disclaimer regarding my opinion etc.. Internet bilse@networksignature.com@merit.edu - 08/03/2005 08:03 Sent by: owner-nanog@merit.edu To: subhi, acanvar cc: nanog Subject: Re: Clue on Europe On Mar 8, 5:22am, Subhi S Hashwa <subhi@thebigboss.com> wrote:

Avoid Redbux Hex (London) like the plague, just ask about their recent power outages. AFAIK their other facilities are ok.

I think that's a bit unfair. I've had my personal Internet connectivity (copper line and baseband modems) via RedBus and Harbour Exchange for four years now, and have no particular complaints. Something went wrong during a generator test or seomthing last week, but considering what I've experienced in other facilities, I don't think this colo is notably better or worse than most other colos; at least, I know several others that have a much worse history. Trouble is, things come and go. Expect problems during run-in and build-out, then a period of stability, then problems as places fill up and capacities max out; rinse; repeat. Is there any colo that doesn't come with its own set of horror stories and folklore? Ask me about what legendary MFS did to a router of mine at equally legendary MAE-West.-) Best, -- Per This message and any attachments (the "message") is intended solely for the addressees and is confidential. If you receive this message in error, please delete it and immediately notify the sender. Any use not in accord with its purpose, any dissemination or disclosure, either whole or partial, is prohibited except formal approval. The internet can not guarantee the integrity of this message. BNP PARIBAS (and its subsidiaries) shall (will) not therefore be liable for the message if modified. ********************************************************************************************** BNP Paribas Private Bank London Branch is authorised by CECEI & AMF and is regulated by the Financial Services Authority for the conduct of its investment business in the United Kingdom. BNP Paribas Securities Services London Branch is authorised by CECEI & AMF and is regulated by the Financial Services Authority for the conduct of its investment business in the United Kingdom. BNP Paribas Fund Services UK Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.