Frequently Asked Questions: What is a temperature sensor strip? A temperature sensor strip is an adhesive monitoring device that uses thermochromic liquid crystals to measure surface temperatures of flat objects. These strips contain heat-sensitive liquid crystals in a plastic backing that change color to indicate different temperatures, providing a quick visual indication of whether equipment […]
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Frequently Asked Questions: What is an underground data center? An underground data center is a facility that houses servers, storage, and networking equipment below the Earth’s surface, often inside repurposed limestone mines, caves, or quarries. It leverages the physical characteristics of the subterranean environment (rock enclosure, limited access points, and stable ambient conditions). What are […]
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Many forward-thinking businesses are considering how they can transfer and deploy their current data center’s infrastructure to a new operating environment. This could include moving an existing data center to a new physical location or migrating from on-premises to cloud platforms. With promises of cost savings, better efficiency and the elimination of data redundancies, it’s understandable that a significant number […]
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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 heat waves threaten to damage data center electrical equipment, while floods can take down your […]
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Since the beginning of his second term, President Trump has threatened harsh tariffs against various nations as part of a new strategy to reshore American industry and increase external revenue. These proposed tariffs have sent shockwaves across virtually all industries, especially those reliant on technology and material imports. That said, the administration has made numerous […]
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Data center downtime is a costly reality, with 54% of global data center facilities losing $100,000 in 2023. This highlights the value of IT maintenance, specifically in prioritizing the proper environmental conditions for the reliability of IT systems. Adhering to environmental maintenance standards also enables businesses to claim valid manufacturer warranties in case of system failure. To […]
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Experts predict that the volume of data created by businesses doubles every two years. When you add the speed at which data centers are filled up, and IT equipment is replaced by newer iterations, you begin to see how important it is to properly destroy or render unusable any old equipment that may contain valuable or sensitive data. Of course, […]
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Data center cleanliness is not about presenting the space in an attractive light — it’s an operational necessity. Even trace amounts of dust and contaminants can compromise airflow, leading to premature equipment failure. Growing demand for data centers has led to facilities consuming 4.4% of the United States’ electricity. With this number expected to double or triple […]
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Anyone with experience in the data center space knows good design involves more than choosing the right equipment and arranging hot and cold aisles. The flooring you choose to install is a crucial component for a comprehensive design that maximizes efficiency and functionality from all parts of the server room. If you’re looking to install […]
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Cybersecurity is essential to protecting the critical data stored on your servers. As security threats increase in quantity and severity, you must do everything possible to keep your business safe. The Data Center Security Landscape The worldwide cost of cybercrime is currently around $9.22 trillion. In the United States specifically, cybercrime remains one of the primary threats that […]
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