We are excited to announce that Marian Choquer is now representing DataSpan primarily in the Greater Seattle and Portland area. She brings significant experience to the role and is ready to assist DataSpan in bringing technology solutions to our most valued customers. Choquer is an experienced sales professional. Most recently, her sales background includes […]
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As your organization grows, you need to evaluate and adjust your investment in data center equipment. Whether you have an existing multi-center network or are just beginning with a local center, you have to consider many different factors. Deploying a modern data center requires carefully managing multiple hardware and software systems to ensure they fit […]
KEEP READINGData centers are a hub of connections vital to the success of your business. Choosing proper power cords makes a significant difference in your data center’s installation, management and functionality. Tangled cables look messy and unorganized, making resolving issues a time-consuming task. Additionally, your power cords can affect how your equipment operates. Because the power […]
KEEP READINGServer racks are an incredibly important part of a data center. However, they are not a one-size-fits-all piece of equipment. Understanding server rack components involves details that will ultimately provide your data center with better organization, amongst other benefits. To the untrained eye, server racks may seem like nothing more than a filing cabinet or […]
KEEP READINGMachine learning, artificial intelligence and the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) increase the demand for more intelligent data storage, transmission and recovery solutions. Those requirements necessitate sustainable power solutions — especially amidst climate change. A Look Into the Future of Data Centers As information and data multiply, in-house, local data storage centers will […]
KEEP READINGWith the ever-expanding rate of data creation, companies and data centers must devise more efficient ways to keep up with data management. As technology evolves, so must your company’s approach to your data. While tiered data storage systems are an excellent way to manage your information throughout the data life cycle, many IT departments fall […]
KEEP READINGAs the world becomes ever more reliant on data, data security has become more critical. In 2021, the cost of data breaches rose to the highest level in 17 years. The average breach cost companies $4.24 million. Fortunately, preventing data loss is something your business can do. Taking a proactive approach to protecting your data and […]
KEEP READINGUnplanned data center outages are often common occurrences — far more common than they should be. A data center failure is both inconvenient and dangerously expensive for the administrators running the operation. A recent survey from Uptime Institute estimated that one in six data centers that suffered a major outage event incurred costs of over $1 […]
KEEP READINGBalancing the temperature in data centers is crucial. When data centers were first established, keeping them cool was an easy task. Managers would add air conditioners to the server rooms to manage the temperature. Adding more servers meant adding more air conditioners. At a certain point, this method becomes ineffective. Today we have larger data […]
KEEP READINGWhen you store your information in a data center, you need to protect it from danger to ensure you always have the data you need. One of the major threats to data centers is fire. When hardware catches on fire due to a buildup of dust particles or an electrical issue, you need a way to stop […]
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