Data Center Tiers Explained
If your organization is considering building a data center, read this article to determine the proper facility tier classification standard to follow based on the desired level of facility performance and availability.
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If your organization is considering building a data center, read this article to determine the proper facility tier classification standard to follow based on the desired level of facility performance and availability.
As businesses grow, the need for reliable and scalable data center space to colocate IT infrastructure also increases. Successful businesses often outgrow their own in-house computer and telecom room quickly. It is important to perform a comprehensive analysis of the costs, risks, and opportunities of building an in-house data center versus buying colocation services.
The most vital departure from the Tier Standard found in most data facilities is summarized as inconsistent solutions. Read this article to see where most mistakes are made during the design and construction phases that could seriously impact your data facility's tier rating.
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Point to point connections provide a way for your organization to connect its physical office locations to one another, the Internet, and to critical business equipment located at a data center utilizing dedicated bandwidth fiber. Learn about point to point connection types and typical applications.
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