Communications Crossroads - Summer 2008 - (Page 28) technology today THE RIGHT WAY TO OPERATE DATA CENTERS By Gary Tufel It’s easy to get caught up in the latest network and server technology. But it’s important not to lose sight of the fact that the more traditional facilities management issues—including those involved in operating data centers—of cooling and power are still vital, especially in light of corporate efforts to go green. 28 COMMUNICATIONS CROSSROADS www.ustelecom.org That’s according to the APC (American Power Conversion Corp.)’s NetworkWorld Executive Guide. The guide also quoted Bruce Taylor of the Uptime Institute consulting group that there’s still an awful lot the industry doesn’t know about the problem, and is still in the early stages of looking at it. Telecom companies need the most cost-effective data center operations. What do leading suppliers think telecom companies should keep in mind as they launch or update their facilities? By definition, data centers are facilities that house computer systems and components, including backup power supplies, environmental controls including cooling and fire suppression systems, and special security requirements. http://www.ustelecom.org
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