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Designing infrastructure for distributed computing

How to Design Physical Infrastructure for Distributed Computing, a white paper, explores how to overcome the challenges of deploying distributed computing in different environments. It provides tips for IT, commercial/office, and industrial/harsh environments.

Key points:

  • Restrict access
  • Secure racks
  • Protect from environmental hazards
  • Implement remote management and cooling strategies

As distributed computing grows, proper planning is critical. Get in-depth analysis on optimizing distributed computing infrastructure by reading this white paper. Discover Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Micro Data Center solutions.

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