To ensure reliability, ‘future-forward’ networks need both macro-bending resilient and ruggedized fiber-optic cables. Downtime is a serious concern. According to a recent report published by Gartner, titled The Cost of Downtime, the average cost of network downtime is approximately $5,600 per minute. This adds even more pressure for data center operators and enterprise managers to keep their networks up and running 24/7/365.
Fluke’s Fiber Test and Troubleshooting — Optical Fiber Cabling for Data Communication Handbook is now available as an eBook! Learn about the fundamentals of how to inspect, clean, test, troubleshoot and document fiber cabling infrastructure installations.
Uptime Institute’s ninth annual Global Data Center Survey show that the sector has become exceptionally complex as it continues to adapt to change. Demanding business requirements strain the ability of traditional mechanical and electrical systems to keep pace. Meanwhile, new challenges have arisen, including those associated with orchestrating hybrid architectures, staffing and skills alignment, workload placement decision-making processes, and the desire to leverage innovative technologies without increasing risk.
The characteristics that define an edge data center also inform many requirements for the infrastructure within the facility. High-speed networking, a compact footprint, little or no on-site staff, and high reliability are among the attributes of an edge data center that place exacting demands on data center systems. This webinar focuses on edge data centers and the cabling, power and infrastructure components needed.
R&M’s compact RJ45 female-to-female coupler supports the fastest data transmission office and building networks with structured copper cabling can achieve today. It enables fully viable network operation with 10 Gigabit/s Ethernet.The coupler is suitable for all typical applications in local data networks and for operating Power over Ethernet (PoE) links.
RF Code’s new White Paper, Standing at the Edge? Look Before You Leap,” defines the edge – what it is, where it is, and its benefits, and reveals the obstacles and hazards IT professionals need to address to ensure their edge deployments deliver the rewards their businesses demand. The paper explores critical information for those developing an edge data center deployment strategy. According to Gartner, within the next four years 75% of data generated by enterprises will be processed at the edge (up from just 10% today).
NOW AVAILABLE: Essentials of Data Center Projects, 1st Edition With 200+ pages, the EDCP provides the underlying knowledge necessary for data centers in the following areas: Concepts, Planning, Implementation, Project Management, Documentation
Global IT infrastructure specialist Siemon reports that it successfully completed a series of educational events across the Middle East to share knowledge and expertise on the latest developments and trends impacting enterprise, intelligent building and data center infrastructure.
The current issue of Siemon’s Innovate Magazine is now available to read online or to download.
Technology usage patterns have evolved considerably over the decade. Today’s consumers are creating and churning data at an unprecedented rate. Mobile phones and tablets equipped with multiple sensors are constantly transmitting data. In the home, various automation devices like Nest thermostats and Dropcams are also contributing to the data glut. As our lives revolve around data, so the data center has become a virtual storage vault for this critical asset.
