used server racks : Organize Your Server Room

2008-05-02 10:43:39

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Whether purchasing used server racks, a new computer server rack or 4 post server rack you will need to know how to organize your server room.


How to choose the right server room
Whether you use used server racks or new you need to dedicate a single room to organize your server so that your critical information systems have a safe secure environment. If you centralize your equipment in one location will permit the effective monitoring of operations as well as troubleshooting. When deciding upon a suitable server room (even if you make use of used server racks), you should be guided by several factors.
- Location
- Size
- Ventilation
- Power.

The size of the room is vital. What do you need in a good server room? It should house all your equipment as well as having enough space for not only cabling but to be able to easily access every side of the equipment. It should also be big enough to accommodate any expansion of your current setup. If you have to move your server room at a later stage your office productivity will be greatly disrupted.

How should it be located?
Centrally in terms of all the computers on your network. This way you minimize cabling costs and lengths. It should be in an area with low traffic. There shouldn’t be a security risk as well, causing a variable loss or gain of heat. Plumbing should not be close to your server room because leaking water can be a hazard.

Next you should address ventilation and power concerns.

The electrical power needed by equipment of this nature concentrated in one room is more than your normal office circuit will support. You need to determine the amount of power outlets that are needed for your computer hardware and accessories. Make sure you add extra outlets for expansion. Next contact a qualified electrician to do necessary upgrades.

Ventilation and cooling is especially important because of the added heat which the computer equipment generates. You may require additional ventilation ducts or air-conditioning. Your server room needs to be comfortable for both human operators and temperature sensitive equipment. It’s a wise strategy to build for redundancy. If you install 2 air conditioners you can operate both at lower loads. If one needs to be repaired the other can temporarily operate at full load.


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