Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Key Considerations for Selecting IT Infrastructure Hardware: An IT Manager’s Proven Checklist Selecting the right IT infrastructure hardware is one of the most critical decisions in enterprise IT management. In my experience, a poor choice in servers, storage, or networking gear can lock your organization into years of inefficiency, escalating costs, and operational headaches. The […]
Troubleshooting Overheating Servers: An IT Manager’s Step-by-Step Guide Server overheating is one of those issues that can quietly degrade performance, cause intermittent crashes, and shorten hardware lifespan. In my experience managing enterprise datacenters, overheating is rarely caused by a single factor — it’s usually a combination of environmental, hardware, and workload-related issues. This guide will […]
Datacenter Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools are essential for monitoring, managing, and optimizing the physical and virtual infrastructure within a data center. Here are some of the common DCIM tools used in the industry: 1. Schneider Electric EcoStruxure IT Features: Provides real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and remote management capabilities. It helps optimize power usage, cooling, and […]
Troubleshooting frequent NIC (Network Interface Card) failures in servers is critical to maintaining a reliable IT infrastructure. Below are steps you can follow to identify and resolve the issue: 1. Gather Information Document the Issue: Note the frequency, nature, and patterns of NIC failures (e.g., specific times, workloads, or environmental conditions). Check Logs: Review system […]
Troubleshooting DNS resolution issues inside Kubernetes clusters can be challenging, but systematic steps can help identify and resolve the problem. Here’s a detailed guide: 1. Check Pod DNS Configuration Start by verifying the DNS configuration of the affected pod: – Get Pod’s DNS Info: bash kubectl exec -it <pod-name> — cat /etc/resolv.conf Look for: – […]
Planning for data center hardware refresh cycles is critical to maintaining optimal performance, reliability, scalability, and cost efficiency in your IT infrastructure. Here’s a step-by-step guide to effectively plan for hardware refresh cycles: 1. Assess Current Hardware Lifecycle Understand Vendor Lifespan Recommendations: Check the manufacturer’s recommended lifecycle for servers, storage, networking equipment, and other hardware. […]
