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DataSpan is exhibiting at the 2019 IAAPA Attractions Expo

We’re very excited to again be at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando, November 18th – 22nd. Stop by our Booth #3204 to meet our team and chat with our Motorola radio communications experts. Our focus this year are our new digital radios as well as the new TLK100 nationwide radio. Don’t forget to ask about […]

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The Dangers of a Dirty Data Center

It’s an unfortunate fact that data centers collect significant amounts of dirt. Dirt particles are carried in on the shoes and clothing of personnel or through ventilation systems, and contamination may accelerate due to nearby construction sites or natural disasters. Over time, dirt particles can collect on hardware, walls, floors, subfloors and the ceiling. A […]

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Disaster Recovery Storage Solutions

Businesses across the world are at risk of disruption by various natural and human-made disasters. From earthquakes and hurricanes to power outages and security threats, disasters can lead to server downtime and impact your team’s ability to do business. Downtime at data centers can also be costly, equating to hundreds of thousands of dollars lost […]

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Don’t forget your UPS on your back-to-school checklist

ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR? HAVE YOU GONE THROUGH YOUR BACK TO SCHOOL IT CHECKLIST? Don’t forget the Network UPS Units.   ✔ INSPECT YOUR UPS DISPLAY FOR RED LIGHTS Indicating a possible battery failure or UPS fault. ✔ CHECK THE AGE OF YOUR BATTERIES If they’re more than 3 years old, […]

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Data Center Power Requirements

In this competitive business landscape, quite a lot rides on uninterrupted access to data. That’s why reliability is a key concept of all data center operations. It’s also why knowing how to calculate power requirements of data centers — whether they’re standalone entities or part of a larger facility — is critical to forming a […]

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While you are enjoying the summer your UPS is not…

WITH RECORD SETTING TEMPERATURES AND STORMS ACROSS THE COUNTRY IN 2019, LET’S MAKE SURE YOU ARE PREPARED. #1 INSPECT YOUR UPS DISPLAY FOR RED LIGHTS Indicating a possible battery failure or UPS fault.   #2 CHECK THE AGE OF YOUR BATTERIES If they’re more than 3 years old, consider a proactive replacement.   #3 CHECK […]

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Benefits of a Rack Mounted Server

What is a rack server used for? The answer has less to do with aesthetics and much more to do with your server’s performance than you may realize. The most important components of the majority of IT infrastructures are the servers that allow users to create, share and access data through networked systems. However, it’s […]

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What Is DCIM Software?

Are you looking to optimize your current data center or build an energy-efficient one that makes optimal use of all your resources — floor space, equipment and energy included? In both instances, it’s advisable to know what DCIM software is and how it can support your business objectives. What Is Data Center Infrastructure Management Software? […]

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Benefits of Data Center Migration

Many forward-thinking businesses are asking questions such as “What is data center migration?” and “What are its chief benefits?” With promises of cost savings, better efficiency and the elimination of data redundancies, it’s understandable that a significant number of organizations have data center migration top of mind. What Is Data Center Migration? In the simplest […]

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Data Center Power Redundancy

Studies have shown that the costs associated with data center outages are steadily increasing. Research conducted by the Ponemon Institute shows that the average data center outage cost a little over $500,000 in 2010. By 2016, the average cost swelled to over $740,000, amounting to a net increase of 38 percent. Clearly, in today’s competitive business landscape, […]

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