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The Most Common Data Center Threats You Should Be Aware Of
Ensuring a robust and functional network is essential for maintaining your business's reputation and efficiency. Here are the most common data center threats you should be aware of and ways to prevent these issues. Network Downtime Network downtime isn't detrimental...
IEC vs. NEMA Power: What’s the Difference?
IEC (International Electro-Technical Commission) and NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) are two groups that set standards for various electronic technologies, especially in industrial settings and applications. While IEC and NEMA serve similar...
Preventing Downtime at Your Data Center
Running a business that relies on an efficient data center for both yourself and other companies demands a lot of responsibility. First and foremost, you must provide a network with fast operating speeds. To ensure network dependability, you can take certain actions...
NEMA PDU Whips: Naming Conventions Explained
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...
Color Coding Conventions for Power Whips
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. However, one feature of power whips...
The Importance of Redundant Power Chains in Data Centers
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...
Is Three-Phase Power Right for Your 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...
Comparing Service Cords: Types and Applications
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...
Environmental Considerations When Choosing Power Supplies
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,...
Why Are NEMA Power Cords Specific To North America?
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...
IEC PDU Whips: Understanding Necessary Operating Conditions
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...
Single-Phase Power: 120V Low-line vs. 208V High Power Line
120V vs. 208V 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...
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