Understanding the Types of Power in a Data Center
A data center is the beating heart of modern businesses, housing critical IT infrastructure that powers applications, processes, and data. Behind this infrastructure lies a robust power system designed to ensure uninterrupted operation. Power systems in a data center are …
Rack Studs Amazon Black Friday Deal
For anyone mounting gear in data center racks, these things are awesome! Save your fingers. No more cuts from sharp metal. Right now, Amazon has a Black Friday deal on a 100-pack. This will allow you to easily mount 25 …
Data Center physical security
Physical security in a data center is critical as it serves as the first line of defense against unauthorized access, vandalism, theft, and environmental threats. Here’s a deeper dive into the various layers and strategies involved in ensuring comprehensive physical …
Top Tools a Data Center tech should have
Anyone who works in a data center needs the following tools. Some are essential, and some make their life easier. We all want work to be easier, right? These are just five tools I think everyone who visits a data-center …
Republish: Tales from the Data Center
Originally Published in 2015So, I have a very heartwarming story today related to the WISP industry. So this started back in March. A client was having issues with a circuit. The transport provider had so many failures in troubleshooting the …
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 …