Datacenter Trends: The Top Five Things to Remember When Buying A Server Rack

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Datacenter Trends: February 2007

Server racks are integral to the success of your organization because they provide the platform that houses the mission-critical equipment your business depends on. Selecting the
right server rack will help effectively power, cool, and protect your equipment; keep your business running smoothly by reducing potential downtime; and make the management and organization of your datacenter more efficient.

1. Pick An Appropriately Sized Rack - Select a rack with enough internal space to house current equipment and ensure that you have ample space to accommodate planned future expansion as well as any unplanned equipment purchases.

2. Physical Security Starts Here - Proper security is vital
to the overall well-being of your business. Know how your
racks fit into your overall security strategy.

3. Tailor Your Rack Design To Work For You - Choose options to customize your rack to the specific requirements of your environment.

4. Consider The Latest Power Technologies - Make your datacenter more efficient by reducing downtime and getting
vital business functions back online quickly through intelligent power control.

5. Know Your Cooling Strategy - Understand the role that server racks play in your complete cooling strategy.

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