Risk management is one of the most important parts of running a data center. Your company’s information is at the center of all operations, so preventing data loss is critical. By understanding some of the most common causes of data loss and how to prevent...
The power density of a data center is 100 times more than that of a large commercial office building and is equivalent to nine small sized shopping malls of Wal-Mart size. That’s just one reason why it’s important to be aware of the knowledge required to...
Keeping your data center at the right temperature is key to your company’s digital storage. Network switch racks need to be controlled or they could overheat, causing major data loss. Choosing the right setup and method for this temperature control is a delicate...
To prevent data loss, IT managers must run a data center with care and precision. Even the best centers have problems, however, causing the airflow to be less than optimal. If you are in charge of a data center, be sure that you are avoiding these common cooling...
The best data centers function with a delicate balance of power and efficiency. As an IT manager, it is your job to make sure that your company’s data cabinets are serving their full purpose with the least amount of energy intake. If you have noticed a sudden...
Using server racks to store critical data is an efficient and secure method. The physical nature of this data storage, however, puts your organization at risk. Structural damage from severe weather and other natural events can be devastating to most types of data...
