Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Maintaining uptime in a data center is critical to ensuring reliable IT services and business continuity. As an IT manager responsible for various aspects of the data center, here are key strategies to maintain uptime: 1. Redundant Infrastructure Power Redundancy: Deploy Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), backup generators, and dual power feeds to ensure continuous power […]
Configuring high availability (HA) for critical servers ensures minimal downtime and continued operations in case of hardware or software failures. As an IT manager responsible for datacenter infrastructure, you can implement high availability using various methods depending on the application requirements, server types, and technologies. Here’s a step-by-step guide: 1. Assess Criticality and Requirements Identify […]
Performing disaster recovery (DR) drills for backups is essential to ensure your organization is prepared to recover data and systems in the event of an actual disaster. As an IT manager responsible for the infrastructure, follow these steps to conduct effective DR drills: 1. Plan the Disaster Recovery Drill Define Objectives: Determine what you want […]
Configuring Network Access Control (NAC) is essential for securing your IT infrastructure and ensuring only authorized devices and users can access your network. NAC helps enforce security policies, prevent unauthorized access, and mitigate risks like malware infections and data breaches. Below is a step-by-step guide to configuring NAC in your IT environment: 1. Define Your […]
Troubleshooting high packet loss in server-to-server communication requires a systematic approach to identify and resolve the root cause. Below is a step-by-step process to troubleshoot the issue effectively: 1. Verify Symptoms Measure Packet Loss: Use tools like ping, traceroute, or mtr to assess packet loss between the servers. Check Application Behavior: Verify if applications are […]
Optimizing IT infrastructure for high-bandwidth workloads requires a strategic approach that focuses on network, storage, servers, virtualization, and application architecture. Here are detailed steps you can follow to achieve optimal performance: 1. Network Optimization Upgrade to High-Speed Networking Hardware Deploy high-bandwidth network switches and routers (e.g., 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, or 100GbE). Use network interface cards […]
