1b-Data Center the mission critical site
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Title: By Yanty Rahayu Rambli
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Title: Introduction to Data Center
Definition: Data Center as a Mission Critical Site
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Title: Data Center Goals
Business continuance
Increased security in the Data Center
Application, server and data center consolidation
Integration of applications (client/server, multitier/n-tier, web services)
Storage consolidation
Reference: Data Center Fundamentals, P. Maurizio (2012)
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Title: The Importance of Data Center
Functions of Data Centers:
Process business transactions
Host websites
Store intellectual property
Maintain financial records
Route emails
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Title: The Importance of Data Center
Impacts of effective management:
Well-planned data centers are vital for operations.
Data Center as the brain of the company.
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Title: Architecting A Productive Data Center
Key Traits:
Robust
Modular
Flexible
Standardized
Promote good habits
Reference: Build the Best Data Center Facility for Your Business, Pg. 11, Douglas Alger (2005)
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Title: Make it Robust
Reliability is crucial for a Data Center (DC)
Safeguards against disasters (natural/man-made)
Ensures business continuity
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Title: Make it Robust
Infrastructure must include:
Standby power supplies
Redundant network stations for communication needs
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Title: Make it Modular
Importance of breadth in infrastructure
Achieving uniform infrastructure through interchangeable segments.
Modularity allows quick recovery from component failures.
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Title: Make it Flexible
Anticipating changes in technology over time
Flexibility enhances value and cost-effectiveness
Design infrastructure for easy adjustments
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Title: Make it Flexible
Implementation of flexible infrastructure systems
Avoid items that inhibit infrastructure mobility
Providing buffer capacity for growth.
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Title: Standardize
Creating a consistent environment to enhance usability
Utilizing modularity for stability across DC infrastructure
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Title: Standardize
Importance of uniformity in signage and procedures
Reducing complexity aids troubleshooting and quality control
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Title: Standardize
Incorporating evolving standards for long-term planning
Establishing clarity through standardization
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Title: Promote Good Habits
Designing DC to encourage desirable behaviors
Fostering operator efficiency and reducing management burdens
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Title: Promote Good Habits
Create dedicated build rooms to maintain organization
Design spacious aisles for easier navigation
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Title: Promote Good Habits
Pre-tested patch cords for standardized wiring practices
Considerations for DC ergonomics to enhance accessibility
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Title: Roles of Data Center in the Enterprise
Supports:
Campus network
Private WAN
Remote access
Internet server farm
Extranet server farm
Intranet server farm
Reference: Data Center Fundamentals, P. Maurizio (2012)
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Title: Data Center Services
Services Provided:
IP Infrastructure services
Application services
Security services
Storage services
Business continuity infrastructure services
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Title: Data Center Tier & Standard
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Title: TIA-942
Development timeline:
Started in 2002, Ratified in 2005, Updated in 2010
Defines tier strategy from Tier 1 to Tier 4
TIA-942 focuses on infrastructure redundancy and reliability concepts
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Title: TIA-942
Reasons for TIA-942 Approval:
A real standard from a non-profit
Transparency and comprehensive coverage of data center aspects
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Title: TIA-942 Types of Certification
Design Certification: Assesses design conformity
Site Certification: Evaluates physical inspection completion
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Title: Rating/Tier Level
Tier 1: Basic Site Infrastructure, limited protection
Tier 2: Redundant components, improved protection
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Title: Rating/Tier Level
Tier 3: Concurrently Maintainable with redundant paths
Tier 4: Fault Tolerant with high resilience to issues
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Title: Validity
TIA-942 certification lasts for 3 years with mandatory audits
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Title: Info
Supplementary URLs provided for further reference
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Title: Example: TIA-942 from 2005 Standard
Comparative details of electrical standards across different tiers
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Title: BICSI 002-2014
Describes best practices for Data Center design and implementation
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Title: Other DC Standards
EN 50600: International standards for data center facility ratings
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Title: Other DC Operational Standards
List of operational standards guiding data center processes
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Title: Consistency & Documentation
Importance of consistency and documentation for standards adherence
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Title: Tips
Importance of documentation and record keeping in operations
Customizing facility design to meet business needs
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Title: Data Center Physical Infrastructure & Design
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Title: Data Center Requirements
Outline of budget constraints and geographical considerations
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Title: Data Center Requirements - Practical Requirement
Secure location and continuous connectivity for data center equipment
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Title: Data Center Requirements
Requirements for power and climate control in the data center
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Title: Data Center Prerequisites Required
Minimum requirements for successful data center functionality
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Title: Physical Area for Equipment & Unoccupied Space
Importance of available space for future capacity
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Title: Physical Area for Equipment & Unoccupied Space
Consideration of future device additions in planning
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Title: Physical Area for Equipment & Unoccupied Space
Sufficient space required for upcoming expansions
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Title: Power to Run All Devices
Necessity of UPS for power failure protection
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Title: Cooling & HVAC
Significance of HVAC systems in maintaining device performance
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Title: Cooling & HVAC
Measurement of cooling needs in BTUs and examples provided
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Title: Cooling & HVAC
Reiteration of BTU measurements and HVAC requirements
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Title: Cooling & HVAC
Airflow patterns' influence on cooling efficiency discussed
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Title: Common Air Leaks in a House
Details various points of common air leaks
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Title: Weight Considerations
Importance of floor load capacity in data center design
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Title: Network Bandwidth
Essential bandwidth considerations for data center operations
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Title: Budget Constraints
Overview of budget allocations for data center projects
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Title: Budget Consideration
Financial planning for infrastructure elements and needs
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Title: Budget Consideration
Emphasis on redundant internet connections and funding strategies for phases.