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.

4 Ways to Install Americool WMC-2500

Did you know that there are 4 install options on Americool's WMC-2500? The WMC-2500 is one of their most versatile commercial portable air conditioner in their very extensive lineup and one of their most affordable. Whether you need to keep your work shed cool during the summer, spot cool a specific machine in your shop, or us it as a portable air conditioner for data center, the WMC-2500 is a great air conditioner for all kinds of uses.

Now I did mention there are 4 installation options for this great machine.

1. Portable Installation
• 4 casters fit underneath the machine's sturdy frame making it easy to roll around. 
2. Rack Installation
• Easily fits and mounts to computer server racks
3. Hanging Installation
• Can easily hang securely from the ceiling of your office, keeping it out of the way. 
4. Stacking Installation
• When one isn't enough, stack them up to double your cooling output. 

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.

End of Summer Blues

Sometimes when I notice the seasons are coming to an end and changing I start to feel like I'm in school still because it will affect me that the season is changing from summer to fall. The Aisles of school supplies at my local staples make me somewhat depressed. It's not that this in any way effects my general day to day life but there is something about the end of beach season that gets me every time.  I try not to get overly down but I have noticed it has an effect on me and I thought it reason enough to share to see if anyone notices a similar feeling with basic season change...

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.

Things are Heating up Lets Cool them Down

Seems like the whole world is experiencing hot flashes, dont forget that I've left my data center cooling up to AmeriCool and I dont even have to think about my portable air conditioner units or my mission critical technology that is all in the server room.