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Hot aisle containment for high-density configurations.
The APC Hot-Aisle Containment System (HACS) is a
row based containment system for high density
designed to maximize in-row cooling predictability,
capacity, and efficiency.
Mixing of hot and cold air streams in the data
center lowers availability
of IT equipment. Returning the warmest possible air
to the
computer room air conditioners increases the
efficiency and capacity
of the system. The hot aisle containment system
ensures proper air
distribution by completely separating supply and
return air paths.
The hot aisle is sealed off using doors and
transparent ceiling tiles
that extend the width of the hot aisle. Ceiling
tiles are available for
both 19" and 23" racks. Two-rack kits complete with
ceiling tile and
hardware are available for future expansion.
Features:
- Hot air containment eliminates hot spots by
preventing hot air recirculation into sensitive
IT equipment
- Scalable densities allows for higher density
cooling to be achieved by integrating the Hot-Aisle
Containment System with in-row architecture
- Scalable design allows for quick deployment of
high density clusters and addresses changing needs
and future expansion with pay-as-you grow
architecture
APC Hot Aisle Containment Airflow Diagram
When designing a system with hot aisle containment
it is best to design the rack cluster as if it were
an open aisle, and then add containment to further
improve the predictability of the system.
Installations for high density applications that
will rely on redundancy to ensure maximum uptime
will benefit the most from hot aisle containment.
Cooling failures that may yield unacceptable
performance, based on the airflow calculation that
is performed, can be improved by adding a
containment system.
Is
the APC Hot Aisle Containment the best solution for
your cooling needs?
Our engineers can help you select the best hot aisle
containment
solution for your cooling needs.
Click here
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APC Hot Aisle Containment
The APC Hot-Aisle Containment System (HACS) offers many benefits:
Agility:
- Ceiling tiles Close off the top of the hot aisle
to prevent warm air from mixing with room air.
- One-way locking door Secures the hot aisle while
allowing for quick exit in case of emergency.
- Scaleable densities Allow higher density cooling
to be achieved by integrating the hot aisle
containment system with in-row architecture.
- Modular design Modular design provides scalable
solutions to add cooling as demand increases.
Total Cost of Ownership:
- Energy efficiency Increases cooling
capacity of the associated air conditioners
without driving up power consumption.
Availability:
- Cable access brush strip Blocks air from
escaping through holes surrounding cabling.
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