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Designing a Server Closet

 

Designing a server closet is a genuine way to protect your precious computer equipment and support network performance. Many problems such as overheating and component failure can arise if server closet is designed discordantly. These problems can cause great effects to a network's ability which lead a company to lose money every time when the computers is downed. Below is what you need to consider when designing a server closet.

Air Conditioning

A proper air conditioning is one of the most essential thing in designing a server closet. Heat is always produced from servers and associated computer equipment and could immediately ties from 70 degree Fahrenheit to 100 degree or more in seconds which can sure cause a great damage to your computers. That's why air conditioning need to be placed to help cooling the devices. A number of air conditioning used for your computer depends on the number of computers you have. The more devices you have, the better to provide sufficient air conditioning in order to equally share the cooling system.

Space

Space is another vital part to consider when designing a server closet. It is recommended to measure a suitable space for the servers and the associated device. Sketch out the location and measure the server racks you are going to use before mapping the space. Make sure that the devices gain a proper space to work effectively. Leaving insufficient room for both computers and associated component might increase the temperature and cause damage to the devices.

More space

Providing sufficient space is done, but that's not enough. It's always wise to plan ahead because your business sure grows, so do the computer equipments. Thus, it is important to design a server closet that will fit your future requirement. Check how much space you have left once you are done arranging the current location. If you find that your computer room is nearly full, then it's time to consider about the space in the closet for the second rack in the future.

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42u Server Rack

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42U is the most common rack height sold for data centers.  42U stands for 42 Rack Units on your Mounting Rails = 73.5" of rack mount space available.  Please note that actual internal and external height is  varied depending on rack manufacturer.  To get a right server rack, you need to consider about your application, requirements, and space limitations because a smaller and more specialized rack may suit you best. Although it may be typical to think that a smaller rack would be cheaper as of less steel being used, racks in the 42U height range come in mass produced and, therefore, usually have far less production cost.

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What is the best 42U server rack for me?
Comparing racks that suit your need can be a daunting task.  Even comparing racks with similar dimensions can be like comparing apples to oranges.  In addition to your dimensions requirements, it is also recommened to taketime thinking if the rack provides room for cooling capabilities and cooling options, compatibility, load capacity, cable management options, rack accessories, rail mounting, and overall rack expandability.

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