According to estimates, data centers account for approximately 1% of global energy consumption. To lessen that consumption, hyperscale data centers, typically owned by Big Tech corporations, are pioneering new energy-efficient data center technologies at a rapid pace. For example, many are investing in renewable power sources like hydrogen fuel cells, wind and solar to create […]
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Today’s data centers are radically different from the computer rooms of the 1940s, and they have very different needs. Until the rise of the internet and client-server computing in the ’90s, data centers were largely reserved for military operations. Now, with businesses in every industry depending on fast internet connectivity and round-the-clock uptime, data centers […]
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Temperature sensors are a necessity in modern data centers due to the sheer amount of heat data center equipment generates. Monitoring your data center’s ambient temperature helps you protect your equipment by connecting to your environmental control systems. Proper temperature management is also necessary for complying with standards from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating […]
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One organization’s data storage management needs will vary considerably from the next. There are multiple data storage management factors to consider when deciding what is appropriate for your organization. The following tips allow you to get the most from your data storage management while ensuring your data remains secure. Data Storage Management Tips Here’s what […]
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A data center houses and processes an organization’s most business-critical data. In the old days of data centers, large enterprise facilities were the top players in efficiency, security and cutting-edge equipment. With the recent rise of hyperscale data centers (HDCs), however, the data center world is rapidly changing. According to current estimates, the number of […]
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System failure can be disastrous for a data center — and it’s only getting more expensive. According to the Uptime Institute, 60% of system failures cause more than $100,000 in damages. That’s a dramatic increase from 2019, when only 39% of failures exceeded $100,000. For many companies, outages are a “when” rather than an “if.” […]
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As your business evolves, so too must its data lifecycle management and cloud adoption operations. Undertaking a comprehensive, scalable data center (DC) relocation is an imperative part of that lifecycle — and one that’s arguably inevitable, given the lighting-quick developments in storage technology and the reign of the cloud. How To Create a Data Center […]
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Because most data centers use significant amounts of energy during operation, they generate large amounts of heat, especially when running around the clock. Overheating can damage server equipment, often leading to unwanted downtime when the hardware requires replacing. More importantly, overheated computer equipment can create short circuits and potential fire hazards, so choosing the most […]
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As companies increasingly embrace digital transformations and cloud data centers continue to scale, the heat these facilities generate rises significantly. This heat can take two forms — sensible and latent heat. Each type has different causes, which affect how well your data center’s cooling system works. Understanding these differences can help you optimize your data […]
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When designing a data center, you must ensure that the facility provides the optimal environment for data storage. A data center’s environment directly impacts the performance of its equipment. A computer room or data center is classified based on a four-tier system. Tier IV has the highest expectations and standards, and Tier I has the […]
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