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Energy Efficiency Guide: Monitoring and CFD
March 8th, 2011 : Rich MillerThere's a saying in data center circles that "you can't manage what you can't measure." That's why monitoring and analysis are key components of a data center energy efficiency program. Here's a look at several approaches to monitoring the data center environment to detect problems and implement improvements. Read More
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Data Center Energy Efficiency Guide
March 4th, 2011 : Rich Miller
In the data center business, energy efficiency is a business imperative. Some of the industry's leading data center operators and vendors have shared tips on strategies and best practices in design and operations. Data Center Knowledge has compiled our coverage and industry thought leadership in a series called the Data Center Energy Efficiency Guide. This series examines the issues in energy efficiency.
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Energy Efficiency Guide: Assessment
March 4th, 2011 : Rich MillerData Center Energy Efficiency Guide: In developing a plan to improve the energy efficiency of your data center, the first step is to gain an understanding of the current conditions. Here are tips on simple fixes to common problems that can provide short-term improvement without huge expense. Read More
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Energy Efficiency Guide: Processors and Servers
March 4th, 2011 : Rich MillerData Center Efficiency Guide: Purchasing servers is a key factor in making data centers more cost-effective and energy efficient. Chip makers have made significant strides in improving the energy efficiency of their processors, and new vendors are building servers based on low-power processors originally developed for the mobile market. Read More
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