What is a Data Center?
A data center is a technical setup used for housing a large amount of electronic equipment, usually computers and communications equipment, for the purpose of handling the data necessary for any given number of operations.
Many larger companies now have some kind of data center, while several have dozens of data centers.
Data is a crucial aspect of many business and organizational operations, and data centers must therefore contain high levels of security, functionality and self-maintenance. Because of this, the physical and logical layout of a data center is something that often requires expert consultation.
What is Data Center Equipment?
Due to the complexity of the servers, mainframe computers and storage systems that compose a data center, the physical environment of the data center must be kept under strict control. Computer Facility Consultants, Inc. buys and sells the environmental controls needed to keep a data center functioning properly. CFC recommends the following computer room equipment:
Air Conditioning (AC) Equipment - Data center air conditioning equipment is essential to a data center for the purpose of keeping the room cool, generally around 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Data center air conditioning is crucial because electronic equipment in a confined space generates much heat, and can malfunction if not adequately cooled.
Liebert Mini Mates - When the need calls for precision cooling and humidity control, but your floor space says otherwise, the Liebert Mini-Mate 2 can provide the overhead answer. This flexible, space-saving system is the ideal solution for small areas where space is at a premium.
Raised Access Flooring - Data center access flooring provides a space for air to circulate below the floor, as part of the air conditioning system, while simultaneously providing space for power cables.
Uninterruptable Power System - Data center uninterruptable power systems, or data center UPS, is a device that maintains a continuous supply of electric power to the data center's essential equipment so that it will not shut down unexpectedly.
Engine Generators - Data center engine generators produce alternating current power that is used as a backup to the data center's constant power source to ensure a constant power source.
Power Distribution Units - Data center power distribution units, or data center PDUs, are devices that distribute electric power by taking high voltage and amperage and reducing it to more common and useful levels.
Switchboards - Data cener switchboards are devices that direct electricity from one source to another, with switches that allow allow data center electricity to be redirected.
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