Server 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 READINGFrequently Asked Questions: What is a CRAC unit and how does it work in a data center? A CRAC (Computer Room Air Conditioner) is a data center cooling unit that functions similarly to traditional air conditioning. It uses a direct expansion (DX) refrigeration cycle where air is cooled as it passes over a refrigerant-filled cooling […]
KEEP READINGFrequently Asked Questions: What is data center fire suppression? Data center fire suppression is the set of systems and solutions used to detect, control, and stop a fire from spreading inside a data center. Fire suppression can be designed to protect different levels of the environment, including the full building, individual rooms, and even specific […]
KEEP READINGPower 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 […]
KEEP READINGFrequently Asked Questions: What is the key difference between watts and BTUs? The key difference is that BTUs are a measurement of energy (a standalone factor in physics), while wattage denotes the rate of energy transfer, which is always relative to a time factor. BTUs measure how much energy, while watts measure how fast energy […]
KEEP READINGIT 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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