Organizations require a wide range of IT equipment to support applications and ensure the efficient delivery of data to users. Physical and virtual servers, data storage, networking gear, and security tools play a critical role in day-to-day business operations. The … Read More … Read More
IT Infrastructure
5 Benefits of Carrier and Cloud Neutral Colocation Data Centers
Choosing a colocation facility is no small task. Colocation is more than just “white space” for housing equipment Ñ it’s a collection of services that includes power, cooling, security, and connectivity. While many organizations focus on power and cooling due … Read More … Read More
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What Is a Modular Data Center? Exploring Modular Data Center Design
The term “modular data center” can mean a lot of different things, depending on which vendor you ask. It could mean a data center housed in a standard shipping container or a traditional data center infrastructure constructed from interchangeable parts. … Read More
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What Are Data Center Tiers (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)?
Not all data centers are created equal. While all data centers must provide certain minimal capabilities to support IT equipment, some go much further to reduce the risk of downtime and other threats. More than 25 years ago, the Uptime … Read More … Read More
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Server Rack Buying Guide: How To Choose the Right Rack or Cabinet
Exploring the Differences Between 2-Post and 4-Post Racks
2 and 4-post racks are essential IT infrastructure components and have been for many years. Generally used for enterprise network applications, they can be found in IT closets, MDFs, and IDFs of businesses across the globe. … Read More
What Is Static vs. Dynamic Load Capacity? Exploring Server Rack Weight Considerations
Exploring Data Center PDUs: Floor PDUs vs. Rack and Cabinet PDUs
Vertical PDUs vs. Horizontal PDUs: Comparing Rack and Rackmount PDUs
Data center managers have a lot of choices when it comes to power distribution units (PDUs). One option is the rackmount PDU Ñ which, it turns out, is a different animal than the rack PDU. … Read More
What Is a Switched PDU vs. a Metered PDU?
Energy costs continue to command the lion’s share of the budget in data centers of all sizes, and those costs climb as power densities increase. Effective power management has become an essential element of day-to-day data center administration. … Read More