Data Center Efficiency: Green and Cost-Effective Strategies
Data Center Efficiency: Green and Cost-Effective Strategies Data centers power much of our digital world, but they also draw a lot of energy. Improving efficiency means doing the same or more work with less power, which helps the planet and the bottom line. A simple, practical approach starts with measurement and a few changes you can apply today. Quick wins you can apply now: Set reasonable temperature and humidity targets and maintain them with regular maintenance. Consolidate idle servers and turn off unneeded racks during low-traffic times. Use power management features in servers and virtualization to reduce peak draw. Cooling and airflow matter a lot for overall efficiency: ...