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Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Securing IT infrastructure for international operations is a critical challenge as it involves addressing compliance, geopolitical risks, diverse regulatory requirements, and mitigating threats from a wide range of sources. Below is a comprehensive approach to ensuring the security of your IT infrastructure for international operations: 1. Understand Local Regulations and Compliance Requirements Data Sovereignty: Ensure […]
Managing IT infrastructure incidents effectively is critical for minimizing downtime, reducing business impact, and ensuring a smooth recovery process. Below are some best practices for managing IT infrastructure incidents: 1. Establish an Incident Management Process Define Incident Types & Severity Levels: Categorize incidents (e.g., critical, high, medium, low) based on their potential impact on business […]
Monitoring energy efficiency in a data center is critical for cost management, sustainability, and maintaining an optimal IT infrastructure. Here are some best practices and tools for effectively monitoring energy efficiency: 1. Utilize Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) PUE is the standard metric for measuring data center energy efficiency. It is calculated as: – PUE = […]
Troubleshooting high-availability (HA) failures in IT infrastructure requires a systematic approach to identify and resolve the root causes, as HA setups are critical to minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity. Below is a detailed troubleshooting guide tailored to your role as an IT manager overseeing datacenters, storage, backup, servers, virtualization, Windows, Linux, Kubernetes, AI, and […]
Effective datacenter cooling is critical to ensuring the reliability, performance, and longevity of IT infrastructure components. Poor cooling can lead to overheating, system failures, reduced hardware lifespan, and increased energy costs. Here are the best practices for datacenter cooling: 1. Optimize Airflow Management Hot and Cold Aisle Containment: Arrange server racks in a hot aisle/cold […]
To calculate Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) in a datacenter, you need to measure two key values: Total Facility Power and IT Equipment Power. PUE is a metric used to determine the energy efficiency of a datacenter. Here’s a step-by-step guide to calculate it: 1. Understand the Formula The formula for PUE is: [ PUE = […]
