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Software-defined datacentres demystified
As datacentre managers increasingly rely on software and automation, what can a software-defined datacentre bring to the enterprise?Feature
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Differences between enterprise data centers and public cloud
Want to run your data center more like an agile public cloud? Here are some surprising ways cloud providers differ from traditional IT departments.News | 04 Dec 2012
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Virtual server backup software, best practices for the data center
The best way to learn about server virtualization backup is to try evaluation versions of software to make sure it works with your infrastructure.Tip
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Got IP address management problems? Think DNS, DHCP, IPAM trifecta
If your network has gotten too complicated for basic IP address management, it may be time to consider a DNS, DHCP, IPAM tool combination.Fast Packet
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Two data center hosting companies, one building and Hurricane Sandy
Updated: Two data center hosting companies make their home in one building in Manhattan, which flooded Sunday.News | 01 Nov 2012
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Mapping out an error-proof storage migration process
Identifying hardware needs and creating a logical plan can help you avoid common gaffes many administrators make during a storage migration.Tip
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Aligning a cloud computing project with your enterprise mission
A poorly planned cloud project can have disastrous consequences. Don't look for the lowest price tag; align your cloud service with your end goal.Tip
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Allied Digital Services Ltd
Allied Digital Services Ltd is a Mumbai-based provider of system integration and IT infrastructure support services.Definition
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Things to know about blade server technology before you buy
If you're interested in blade server technology as an alternative to towers and racks, sharpen your knowledge with these facts.Tip
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Finding data deduplication solutions for DR
Deduplication is an important strategy for disaster recovery. Learn more about data dedupe solutions in this expert tip by Paul Kirvan.Tip
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New York Times article on data center power consumption draws ire
The New York Times' article cast data centers as power-hungry behemoths, drawing a stern and swift response from IT pros.News | 25 Sep 2012
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As data center cooling costs rise, hot is the new cool: Podcast Q&A
Data center cooling costs account for a large portion of data center budgets, but running hotter and using free cooling techniques can save money.Podcast
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Arc-flash hazards could lead to deadly consequences in data center
Arc-flash hazards can cause fatal injuries, equipment damage and unnecessary shutdowns in the data center.Tip
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Birkbeck College consolidates servers to cut PUE rating to 1.3
Birkbeck College has consolidated four equipment rooms into one £700,000 datacentre with a PUE rating of just 1.3News | 20 Mar 2012
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Will water-cooled servers make another splash in the data center?
Direct water cooling promises to keep your data center’s temperatures down with far greater energy and cooling efficiency than forced air cooling.Tip
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Data center checklist for IT power infrastructure design and setup
Set up a robust IT power infrastructure with this data center checklist. Besides, achieve a flawless IT power infrastructure design following these tips.Tip
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The realities of PUE and PUE v2
PUE calculations are getting more accurate, but require more caution and common sense when drawing comparisons.Tip
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Why monitoring data center power consumption is vital
Monitoring data center power consumption is the first step to reducing energy expenses, but many facilities still lack key monitoring capabilities.Tip
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Shell-shocked HP enterprise shops look forward to uneventful 2012
After a tumultuous 2011, things are finally looking up for loyal Hewlett-Packard enterprise customers. But HP isn’t out of the woods yet.News | 21 Dec 2011
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'Free' data center cooling: Methods and challenges
While air- and water-side free cooling aren't options in every climate, data center managers can improve data center energy efficiency by simply using outside temperatures.Tip
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As data center cooling costs rise, hot is the new cool: Podcast Q&A
Data center cooling costs account for a large portion of data center budgets, but running hotter and using free cooling techniques can save money.Podcast
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Carbon emissions fall as IT adopts green cloud computing
Switching to a green cloud could provide benefits for IT departments and the environment, studies show.Tip
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Promoting green initiatives with VMware software
Green initiatives aren’t just for data centers. Reducing electricity use and preventing e-waste at home can be as simple as using free VMware software to virtualize desktops.Tip
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High-performance data center goes green with new tech and ingenuity
With little creativity, high performance data centers can rise to the challenge and attain a low carbon footprint while minimizing costs.News | 11 Apr 2012
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Desktop audit checklist: Five steps to a successful desktop audit
Now that 2012 has begun, consider doing a desktop audit to get your IT house in order. A strong desktop audit checklist can help you manage hardware, software and applications better.Tip
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'Free' data center cooling: Methods and challenges
While air- and water-side free cooling aren't options in every climate, data center managers can improve data center energy efficiency by simply using outside temperatures.Tip
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8 power usage effectiveness (PUE) best practices for your data center
Power usage effectiveness (PUE) is a measure of power efficiency in data center IT equipment. Use these best practices to learn how to tweak PUE levels.Tip
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Green-energy technologies a priority across all IT opera
Green-energy technologies for enterprise data centers include end-row cooling, geothermal heating and other innovative ideas for IT operations at large.Tip
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The Best of vForum 2011 Awards: Have you signed up?
If you are an IT leader who delivers value to your business through innovative use of virtualization, cloud computing and IT as a Service, don’t miss The Best of vForum 2011 Awards. Hosted by TechTarget, the Best of vForum Awards 2011 will take place during vForum in Mumbai, November 1, 2011. Enter so your IT project can receive the recognition it deserves.Feature
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A two-headed approach to green IT for midmarket CIOs
The decision to go green isn't a no-brainer for midmarket CIOs -- unless you can compromise with this two-sided approach.Tip
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