10 ways to upgrade your vintage data center

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Increase power density Upgrading your power distribution units (PDUs) can deliver up to 3% efficiency improvements in most data centers. Modern rack-mounted PDUs also reduce cabling so you can monitor, manage and meter power usage down to the outlet.

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Upgrade secondary emergency power protection Adding or upgrading automatic transfer switches (ATS) as well as reliable, versatile and compact assemblies, enables you to transfer essential loads from one power source to another.




Increase UPS efficiency Late-model UPS are often as little as 80% efficient under standard loading conditions. An advanced UPS running in high-efficiency mode can deliver 99% efficiency – even at light loads.

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Implement effective cooling techniques Effective cooling schemes use server rack containment technologies for active cooling instead of controlled ventilation. Next-generation rack enclosures also improve cabling infrastructure and are easy-to-install. 4





Leverage automated controls, sensors and economizers for cooling, airflow and safety systems Automated controls are critical and enable the use of economizer cooling and airflow management solutions for improved efficiency and comfort. 5





Update components in electrical switching or distribution systems Improve performance, safety and efficiency of switches by servicing regularly. Update circuit breakers and relay schemes every 10 to 12 years for continued operation.

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Re-think lighting with LEDs and integrated controls While lighting is a small percentage of data center power usage, older lighting technology causes excess heat and drives up cooling costs. Installing LEDs can bring significant cost savings and energy efficiency gains.

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Monitor and manage power systems Advanced power and energy metering devices and reporting software enable you to collect and archive enterprise-wide power usage data to better manage the power system.




Plug and play with prefabricated modular data centers Upgrade quickly with standard pre-tested structural building blocks shipped from the factory. Prefabricated modular data centers are ready-made to accommodate power and cooling units and minimize on-site installation and startup work. 9





Any upgrade is likely a good upgrade Upgrading a vintage data center’s mechanical and electrical infrastructure can boost reliability, efficiency, flexibility and scalability while reducing operational spend. 10





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