Historically data center racks and cabinets are arranged in hot-aisle / cold-aisle configurations to improve cooling efficiency by reducing the mixing of hot exhaust air with chilled air from cooling units. However, air mixing still occurs when using this method, … Read More
Data Center
Custom Server Rack Enclosures Optimize TCO in the Data Center
Server racks and cabinets play a critical role in the total cost of ownership (TCO) of the data center environment. The right rack will be easy to install, move, and reconfigure, will simplify cabling and power distribution unit (PDU) management, … Read More
Data Center Server Racks: Understanding the Basics
Server racks are much more than just support for IT equipment. They help to create a consistent and manageable IT environment that allows for greater operational efficiency. They also facilitate power distribution, airflow management, cabling management, and other critical functions … Read More
19″ IT Server Rack Width May Be ‘Standard,’ but There Are Variables to Consider
Most data center equipment is 19 inches (482.66 mm) wide, including the “ears” that allow for mounting inside a server rack. Although there are some variations, this standard provides consistency in the data center infrastructure design and greater operational efficiency. … Read More
Server Rack Cable Management in Today’s High-Density Data Centers
Data center density continues to increase as companies seek to generate greater performance from their IT infrastructure. However, higher density means more network cables within each server rack, which can decrease cooling efficiency by impeding airflow. That’s one of several … Read More
The Right Server Rack Rails Aid in the Proper Installation of IT Infrastructure Equipment
Racks and cabinets are designed to protect and secure IT equipment within the data center environment. Their effectiveness depends upon the proper installation of the equipment within the enclosure. Most servers are designed to be mounted on rails — it’s … Read More
Case Study: Helping a Customer Expand into a New Data Center
Enconnex/DataSpan Case Study How Enconnex and DataSpan’s Flexibility and Speed Helped a Global Digital Transformation Company expand to a new Data Center, fast. The Players The customer: A global leader in digital transformation for cloud, cybersecurity, and high-performance computing DataSpan: … Read More