Best practices for modernizing vintage data centers

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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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