preconfigured cabinets could be supplied with the intelligent
access control, using key cards, biometric verification or
remote control via IP
Smart tips for HD systems
As the number of connections in small spaces continues to
grow, information is key to preventing errors and fault-
finding. Having a complete database and logical map of
connections both within and between cabinets becomes a
vital part of daily data centre and IT management. Some
businesses choose to create their own and others choose to
invest in one of the several IPLM (Intelligent Physical Layer
Management) systems available on the market. As density
increases homegrown solutions will struggle to cope.
Modularity within all aspects of the data centre or
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server room is key to agility and risk mitigation; modular
connectivity, modular cooling and modular power will
all facilitate greater operation continuity and greater
availability of services. Planning is extremely important –
systems that evolve organically from low- to high-density
always cause problems, limit growth and ultimately
cost more. Room layout, choice of cabinet (size and
configuration), patching systems and cable management
methods should all be planned with tomorrow’s
requirements in mind – this way density increases will be less
disruptive and less expensive.
The majority of businesses view implementing high-density
data centres as an enormous challenge, yet with the correct
planning and tools it really doesn’t need to be. When done
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