Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Monitoring server performance and resource utilization keeps systems running, prevents downtime, and lets you catch issues before they become outages. Here are the metrics to watch, the tools to use, and the practices that work. Key Metrics to Monitor CPU Utilization — Watch for sustained high usage. Short spikes are normal; consistent saturation means a […]
Monitoring and maintaining storage health keeps your data intact, available, and performing. Here’s how to manage it: 1. Implement a Monitoring Solution Use monitoring tools to track performance, capacity, and health. Options include: Vendor-specific tools: Dell EMC CloudIQ, NetApp Active IQ, HPE InfoSight Third-party monitoring: SolarWinds Storage Resource Monitor, Nagios, Zabbix, PRTG Network Monitor Integration […]
Troubleshooting intermittent application crashes can be challenging because the issue may not occur consistently, and the root cause may involve multiple layers of the IT infrastructure. As an IT manager responsible for the data center, infrastructure, and platforms, you should take a systematic approach to identify and resolve the problem. Here’s a step-by-step troubleshooting guide: […]
Managing IT infrastructure incidents effectively is critical for minimizing downtime, reducing business impact, and ensuring a smooth recovery process. Below are best practices for managing IT infrastructure incidents: 1. Establish an Incident Management Process Define incident types and severity levels. Categorize incidents (e.g., critical, high, medium, low) based on their potential impact on business operations. […]
