Keeping My Data Center Cool

In the past, I've used almost everything to keep my data center at a cooler temperature. I've used fans, fans plus buckets of ice, a central ac unit, even resorted to shutting down for a day when it got too hot. Summer is just around the corner and I'd thought I'd shed some light on the subject.

Portable data center air conditioner

Boom! They are amazing pieces of equipment that every technology company needs to have a ready supply of. For computer room cooling, they work great. Spot cooling a hot machine? It does that too. Is your server room feel more like a sauna? Portable AC units work great for server room cooling as well. Please do yourself a favor, and protect your technology by keeping your machines cool. They will run much longer and much more efficient.

2015 Resolutions - Keep your Server Room Cooling System Cool

The year 2015 is here! Even though it is cold outside, it is not to early to start thinking about the heat around the corner. Especially in California, you never know when the heat will rise. Be sure that the server room air conditioner is running proper to avoid over heating your servers. Computer room cooling is one of the most important elements to keeping a server room running at its peak performance efficiency. The goes the same with server room cooling. It's important. Don't let the cold months fool you. Keep on top of your equipment to ensure a long lasting performance.

My Hero

Here is the hpc3000 a durable and industrial level portable data center air conditioner unit that my server room relies on. Even with the single nozzle this fella keeps my server room at a brisk 64' and requires little to no maintenance. I never really thought I would be boasting about my computer room cooling on the internet but honestly after a burn out I purchased this for immediate cooling and damage control and now my entire server relies on it.

Cooling Visual

Sometimes I think computer room cooling is more clear when you can get a visual, this image shows how quickly the temperature can rise in your server room and where.