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Data Center Setup Snags (Processor)

Learn From Past Mistakes in Power & Cooling Setups, Data Center Design & Personnel Decisions

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ATLANTA, January 29, 2010 — It is critical that data center managers engaged in the task of setting up data centers pay heed to the lessons learned from mistakes made by previous businesses.

Key Points

  • Common data center setup mistakes can be grouped into three categories: power and cooling, design, and people and processes.
  • Today’s cutting-edge technology is a double-edged sword, as it provides more functionality but has higher requirements. Proper power and cooling are essential to ensure good technology does not become a problem.
  • The importance of establishing key processes, and hiring the right personnel to implement them, is vital to success.

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