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Data Center Power Issues Tech Report

Date: August 2006
Type: Research/Analyst Report
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Overview: Increasing requirements for processor cycles, memory and storage as well as higher electricity demands mean your data center is consuming more power - which means you're spending more - every day. Network Computing tech analyst Ron Anderson investigates and explains how to design a modular data center that will future-proof your investment.

In addition to this original research analysis report, you'll get a free PDF of NWC's "This Old Data Center" feature, an in-depth look at "re-habbing" your data center for today's more demanding requirements.

Report Table of Contents
Power and Cooling Landscape
The Data Center's Changing Face
Build a Solution That Fits Your Business
Power and Cooling Issues March in Lockstep
Equipment Density and Heat Production Test the Limits
Redesign Considerations
Power Efficiency Is Critical
VendorsAre Designing for Efficiency
Determining Actual Power Consumption
Future-Proof Through Modularity
AC vs. DC
Physical Security
Data Center Best Practices


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