http://status.interactivebrokers.net/cgi-bin/bb_status.plTime 18:56 EST - System Status
A pervasive power issue has affected us. We have restored power and are making good progress in restoring the system.

Quote from vanilla2:
Def,
Can you comment on IB's redundancy/backup capabilities?
I will be very interested to know which globex brokers retained connectivity and functionality. Can anyone comment?