When 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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Power distribution units (PDU) refer to the electrical components required to manage the electrical supply that runs servers, computers and networking devices for data centers. Though PDUs started as power strips with limited capabilities, modern PDUs can handle large businesses and come with features such as remote monitoring and access. With a powerful rack- or […]
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When working in information technology (IT), a thorough understanding of units of energy and the correct usage of terminology is crucial to ensuring accuracy in your position. Two commonly used and often misunderstood terms in IT are watts and BTUs (British Thermal Units). The more accurate your understanding of these terms, the better you’ll perform […]
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IT equipment generates a lot of thermal energy, making cooling practices an essential part of data center management. Hot and cold aisles focus on increasing the efficiency of your cooling system. Let’s take a closer look at these methods and how containment systems play a role in cooling. What Are Hot and Cold Aisles? Hot […]
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As an IT professional, you understand the importance of safeguarding your data center. Protecting your servers can take many forms, and bracing equipment is an essential component to consider. Learn about server bracing equipment and why it’s critical to your data center. What Is Server Bracing Equipment? Earthquakes can cause significant damage to buildings. Much […]
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Data centers are at the mercy of severe weather risk and must have contingency plans to prevent downtime. Even the most thoroughly protected data centers are at risk of failure when severe weather occurs. Events like lightning storms and heatwaves threaten to damage data center electrical equipment, while floods can take down your operation for […]
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Seagate Technology Since opening our doors in 1974, DataSpan has become the lead provider of data storage products and services across America. Today, we’re proud to call more than half of the Fortune 1,000 our clients, and we continue expanding our capabilities every day. As we broaden our service capabilities to better serve our clients […]
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Data center server racks and entire rooms require meticulous planning. Blanking panels, also known as filler panels, are installed as server rack accessories. While they’re a relatively low-cost investment compared to the other components inside your server room, these simple blanking panels attached to your equipment racks offer important efficiency benefits. What Are Blanking Panels? […]
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Proper maintenance of server hardware ensures a longer life span and decreased risk of problems. Without proper maintenance, the server will not run as smoothly and can often cause large issues that take more time and money to solve. Request More Information Why Is Server Maintenance Important? In the digital age, a company’s servers are a vital […]
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Are You Experiencing Issues With Your Data Center Floor? Data center floors are a mainstay of data centers all over the world. Their innovative raised design provides a wide range of benefits specific to data centers. That said, they aren’t immune to issues down the line. These floors have precise requirements for use and maintenance […]
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