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If you’ve ever traveled to another country, chances are the first thing you noticed was the different outlets at your hotel. This observation is quite shocking for some tourists and raises many questions: “Why are outlets and plugs different internationally? Will they...

We’ve discussed the International Electrotechnical Commission and its importance within the industry. This commission helps classify different power cords by factors such as voltage, grounded/ungrounded wires, and plug shapes. This aspect of classifying is critical as...

The importance of redundant power chains in data centers cannot be understated. Without backup power, your business can suffer from downtime. Blackouts lead to loss of security, customer experience, workflow, and the integrity of your equipment. Having a data center...

Powering your data center is no easy task, especially with the many options available to you and your business. Many IT professionals and executives wonder if three-phase power is right for their data center. In short, it probably is! However, it’s worth understanding...

Whether you’re powering a basic IT setup or a full scale data center, the lifeblood of that space is the cords. While small in size, these components power the hardware and keep networks operating at maximum efficiency. For your convenience, here is a guide on...

Whether you’re running a large data center or simply powering the essential technology within yours, certain climate conditions play a considerable role in your power efficiency. In truth, without the proper environmental considerations when choosing power supplies,...

Power cords and cables are integral to the electrical systems of the world. All thanks to the famed Thomas Edison—who notably developed the power distribution system in the late 1800s—our modern society can be fully digitalized and electrified with these innovative...

PDUs—more broadly known as power distribution units—are critical pieces of equipment that provide and control reliable power to servers, computers, and networking devices in industrial settings. Beyond creating a standard power distribution system, facility managers...

Modern data centers run purely on strategically-designed electrical power and equipment. Ergo, the power supply is the most vital resource to focus on in your facility for efficient operations. How can you best ensure functionality round-the-clock? When efficiency...

In the wide computing realm of our digital age, electricity is the unheralded hero of modern data centers. Electrical power keeps data centers going—but at what cost to businesses and the environment? The rapidly increasing need for data storage and processing makes...

Does the mere thought of unplanned downtime strike fear into your soul? For today’s data center operators and managers, uptime remains the ultimate goal at all times of the day. Minimizing the risk of downtime from various outages is high on the priority list. The...

Designing data centers isn’t a simple feat. Industry professionals face a number of quandaries and considerations during the decision-making process. The question of raised floor systems versus overhead cabling systems is one such debate. What’s the best solution?...