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Capturing the Evolution of Data Center Cooling and Airflow ManagementData Center Education and Knowledge
That is what you’ll gain with the Upsite Blog. We’ve been posting for several years now. One might think there is only so much to say about data center cooling and airflow management, but as a testament to our passion, and the ever changing landscape of data centers and computer rooms, we still have plenty left to talk about.
We hope you’ll find the content herein valuable and useful as you begin, or continue, your journey towards data center cooling optimization.
The Intersection of Airflow Management and Virtualization
I know what you're thinking, “How does virtualization relate to airflow management and data center cooling?” Well, before we get into that, it's important to define the many different kinds of virtualization, so we know what we’re talking about. Garter defines...
How Growing Data Center Energy Consumption Has Changed Cooling Efficiency
Data centers have grown from virtually nothing 10-15 years ago to consuming about 3% of the global electricity supply and accounting for about 2% of total greenhouse gas emissions. That gives it the same carbon footprint as the airline industry. As more organizations...
Aisle Containment Strategies: Finding the Right Balance
This post originally appeared on Networks Europe, in an article titled Optimising Airflow and was contributed by Damian Stackhouse, Managing Director of Upsite partner, EDP Europe. You can view the original article here on p. 34-35. It's widely recognized that data...
Grommets: The Foundation of Cooling Efficiency in Raised Floor Data Centers
Maintaining the cooling efficiency in any data center is an iterative process with many moving parts. It begins with the purchase and installation of cooling units, and is inevitably met with the implementation and continuous mediation of airflow management (AFM) best...
How Modular Containment Impacts Intake Air Temperatures and Hotspots
As we’ve previously discussed, exhaust air circulation is one of the biggest problems a data center can face regarding its cooling and airflow strategy because it can lead to high intake air temperatures and hotspots. If not addressed, these issues can be very costly...
