When considering server implementation at a small or medium-sized enterprise, “I don't understand the difference between ...

Are you worried about relying on a third-party online service provider to store your business data? Learn how to set up your own server room for an on-premises deployment instead. NOTE: This story was ...

Security concerns are driving many small businesses to set up on-premises server rooms in lieu of cloud services. If you're one of those companies, follow these pointers and you'll get everything set ...

Despite the advent of cloud-based services, there are still some situations where on-premise hardware is the preferred route. Whether it’s a desire for direct control over security or the option to ...

To hear some people tell it, there is no such thing as too dense when it comes to the server room. A more compact footprint, and a greater number of VMs, can only be a net gain in the data center, ...

Rack servers are data center workhorses – efficient, flexible and expandable. A rack lets IT pros fit many servers into a relatively small footprint, and built-in cable-management components allow for ...

While I've been bugging people about servers and equipment for the new server room I've been working on laying out the equipment in racks and Netshelters we own in Excel. Lots my layouts use every ...

Professionals in the computer business are used to dealing with the many challenges associated with cooling servers and other computing equipment. And even they have a hard time. Now consider the ...

Before any electrical cabling is run or any circuit breakers installed, you must develop a detailed, long-term electrical plan. There are two common ways to develop such a plan. First, you can get the ...