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Planning a data centre upgrade Standardised solutions Simplifying and speeding up project execution
Colin Richardson on365
Fix a problem area Clean up a swamp improve cabling, rack layout, appearance, safety, accessibility
My equipment is out of date Im experiencing downtime with my current physical infrastructure My IT footprint is increasing and I need to pack the racks Im purchasing new high density IT equipment We need to consolidate our server rooms
Design
Propose design layout of entire solution Offer standardised solutions with integrated management Provide quick cost and schedule estimates
Acquire
Review site prior to delivery Coordinate shipment
Implement
Manage project execution Assemble and start up solution Commission solution
Provide training
Develop the system concept by selecting an appropriate, standard reference design Identify special preferences and constraints
Room / area shape, access, ceiling, floor, heat rejection options, switchgear, etc. Security, aesthetics, wide racks, etc
Identify and resolve any conflicts between constraints and the project goals
For complex projects this may require a professional services assessment
Develop the full technical specification for the project (system and project services)
Think pods
Drop-in pod
Modular UPS
/ complex
Small / simple
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Infrastructure
Watts Watts IN IN
IT
Computing OUT
2008 2003
Business = value Availability x Agility TCO
Hot air is exhausted to the hot aisle and returns to the back of the air conditioners
Hot aisle
Variable-speed fans optimize efficiency by closely matching performance to dynamic cooling demand
2009 APC by Schneider Electric Core | Upgrades | Rev 0
Cold aisle
Flexibility
Whips adjust to moves, adds, & changes Hot-swap different rack PDUs (i.e. power strips)
2009 APC by Schneider Electric Core | Upgrades | Rev 0
Scalable pay-as-you-grow design allows phase-in of IT projects over time Adaptable to your existing data centre equipment (i.e. IT racks, UPS, cooling)
Universal rack design accepts all vendors equipment
Planning tools i.e. TradeOff Tools Standard reference designs Comprehensive services for all phases of the project
Factory pre-configured vs. field-configured Shorter product lead times (long lead times
tie up capital)
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After
Summary
A standardized upgrade process can give significant cost and time savings. Effective plans are developed pod-by-pod within the data centre. Unique solutions lead to unique problems and surprises. Standardization enables scalability and agility which reduces human error and increased reliability. Planning tools, reference designs, project services all enable a standardized approach. Factory pre-configured, modular, and scalable solutions result in simplified, rapid upgrades.