What is a Data Center Interconnect
As you become more familiar with Cisco Data Center terminology, you will encounter the term DCI. A DCI is a Data Center Interconnect. DCIs typically fall into three categories. Dark Fiber (CWDM/DWDM)MPLS Layer 2 VPN (VPWS/VPLS)MPLS Layer 3 VPN A …
Unveiling the Versatile Applications of VXLAN in Modern Networking
VXLAN, standing for Virtual Extensible LAN, offers many applications that cater to the evolving needs of modern networking paradigms. 1. Data Center Interconnectivity VXLAN plays a pivotal role in connecting geographically dispersed data centers. Encapsulating Layer 2 Ethernet frames within …
The Challenge of Cell Phone Reception Inside Data Centers: Exploring Connectivity Solutions
Data centers, designed with robust materials to shield against electromagnetic interference and protect sensitive equipment, inadvertently hinder cell phone reception. Thick concrete walls, metal structures, and specialized insulation that secure the integrity of the data center’s environment act as barriers, …
The Vital Importance of Diverse Power Entries in Data Centers
Diverse power entries refer to providing multiple, independent electrical power sources to a data center. Rather than relying solely on a single power feed, this setup involves multiple entry points from distinct utility sources or grids. This redundancy acts as …
Keeping It Cool: Exploring Innovative Data Center Cooling Methods
Managing the heat generated by servers and equipment is crucial for ensuring these centers operate at peak efficiency while maintaining reliability. Below are four methods used to cool. For many of you, this is old news. 1. Traditional Air Cooling …
What is N+2 Redundancy in terms of Data Center reliability?
N+2 redundancy is a design principle implemented in data centers to guarantee high availability and minimize the risk of service disruptions due to equipment failures or maintenance activities. At its core, the concept ensures that more resources are available than …
Review: Tubes should be on your reading list
“Tubes: A Journey to the Center of the Internet” by Andrew Blum is a captivating exploration of the physical infrastructure of the internet. The book takes us, as the reader, through the pipes, wires, and data centers that make up …
Packets Down Range #4: Security, Streaming & rate hikes,ARM processor news
Welcome to issue #4 of Packets Down Range. My name is Justin, and I’ll be your host. Highlights of this issue include acquisitions, arm processor news, Nanog elections, and more. . Since the last issue, I have registered packetsdownrange.com. If …
Foundations weekly e-mail
Christian Koch has a great weekly e-mail about Data Centers, Interconnection, and other topics. If you are in these spaces it’s worth the subscription. https://www.foundations.email/about/The primary weekly briefing newsletter is delivered by email every Monday at 7:30 AM (ET/New York), …