Intel® Xeon® Processor 5500 Series: An Intelligent Approach to IT Challenges
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Serving up server hardware
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: eGuide
Although cloud infrastructure services have alleviated the need for organisations to procure and manage their own hardware, the reality is most organisations still see a need for on-premise systems for reasons such as security and performance. In training neural networks, for example, on-premise high performance computing systems are often preferred for cost, as well as compliance reasons in the case of industries such as healthcare and finance. In this e-guide, find out why some companies are still hanging on to older hardware, the pros and cons of different types of server hardware, and what one Chinese tech giant is doing in the microprocessor space.
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The 6 best cooling architectures for AI workloads
By: Schneider Electric
Type: White Paper
Many AI servers with accelerators (e.g., GPUs) used for training LLMs (large language models) and inference workloads, generate enough heat to necessitate liquid cooling.
The question, of course, becomes what cooling solution actually fits the needs of your server hardware today… and what solutions will prevent you from being constrained tomorrow.
In this white paper, compare the 6 most common heat rejection architectures for liquid cooling, and find out which is the best choice for your AI servers or cluster.
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Comprehensive guide to server hardware selection, curated by experts
By: TechTarget
Type: Resource
A lot has changed under the hoods of modern servers, especially over the last few years. That means when it’s time for your enterprises next refresh cycle, there are some interesting new features to consider.
Fortunately, we have access to some of the top minds in the hardware industry and their expert takes on the subject.
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Smart Cooling for PowerEdge Servers: Quick Guide
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Unlock the Benefits of Liquid Cooling for Your Data Center
By: Park Place
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4 types of server hardware and their pros and cons
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: Infographic
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Navigating liquid cooling architectures for AI data centers
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Future of Sustainable Data Centers
By: Penguin Solutions
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Immersion Cooling Monitoring & Control Made Easy
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Datacentre power and cooling: What you need to know
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
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Enterprise Strategy Group: Dell PowerStore Data Efficiency Review
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The Dell PowerStore enterprise storage solution offers a combination of advanced hardware and software to enhance data efficiency and sustainability. It features always-on inline compression and global deduplication, providing a 4:1 data reduction ratio. Download the report to learn more.
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Upgrade or replace? A guide to server decisions
By: Dell EMC and Microsoft
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By:
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Supermicro Rack Scale Liquid-Cooling Solutions
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Datacentre design and facilities: What you need to know
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Type: Talk
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Edge Data Center Demand Growth and Resiliency
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Type: Replay
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Computer Weekly – 1 October 2024: AI advances in cancer care
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: Ezine
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Computer Weekly - 2 June 2020: What will be the IT security priorities of the post-coronavirus world?
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: Ezine
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Mix and match:Overcoming cloud integration challenges
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: eGuide
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Mix and match: Overcoming cloud integration challenges
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: eGuide
This 33-page EGuide seeks to shine a light on all various forms of cloud integration challenges, alongside some of the approaches enterprises have taken to addressing them.
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Five Simple Ways to Bolster Critical Infrastructure Efficiency
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Type: Replay
In this webinar, Infrastructure experts at UTC and Nlyte Software discuss how you can: - Leverage sophisticated data center ecosystems, such as precision cooling - Provide insight into your ITSM solution - Improve resilience and reduce risk to your critical infrastructure - Create tighter integration between facilities and IT
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Five Simple Ways to Bolster Critical Infrastructure Efficiency
By:
Type: Replay
In this webinar, Infrastructure experts at UTC and Nlyte Software discuss how you can: - Leverage sophisticated data center ecosystems, such as precision cooling - Provide insight into your ITSM solution - Improve resilience and reduce risk to your critical infrastructure - Create tighter integration between facilities and IT
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Using High-density Computing using Integrated Data Center Management
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Type: Replay
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Using High-density Computing using Integrated Data Center Management
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Type: Replay
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Using High-density Computing using Integrated Data Center Management
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Using High-density Computing with Integrated Data Center Management
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Type: Replay
Workload consolidation, space optimization, analytics and high-powered chips demand high-density computing. Addressing this requires more than consolidating servers. New approaches to space, power, and especially thermal management are needed. In this webinar, we will present approaches and best practices for high-density computing using Integrated Data Center Management and new cooling strategies. In this webinar, you will learn how to: a. Use Integrated Data Center Management to support a move to high-density computing b. Manage ‘lights out’ edge data centers with remote and autonomous management c. Use adaptable and scalable cooling designs with operational feedback integrated with management software to increase efficiency and improve application performance Presenters: Jeremy Clute, VP of Business Development, Nlyte Software Scott Donovan, DC Accounts Leader, Americas, 16+ years data center experience, Carrier Global Corporation Greg Sifferlen, Strategic Account Manager, Carrier Global Corporation
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CW APAC, August 2021: Trend Watch on Datacentre Operations
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: Ezine
In this handbook, focused on datacentre operations in the Asia-Pacific region, Computer Weekly looks at the most innovative methods being adopted to improve datacentre efficiency.
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Considerations for Green Data Centers - 2021
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Type: Talk
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The Essential Server Maintenance Checklist
By: TechTarget ComputerWeekly.com
Type: eGuide
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From Excessive Data Center Energy to Modular, Generative & Sustainable Designs
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Type: Replay
The exponential growth of data and cloud services is driving demand for new data centers and upgrades to existing centers. But this growth cannot be sustained without considering the need to develop efficient Data Centers: they have to consume less energy and water and increasingly need to rely on green energies. This presentation will investigate system engineering approaches which break the siloes between the different domains (building / cooling system / racks…). We highlight system level models that leverage simulation to find the best design compromise and reach sustainability targets. Bringing smart automation to this approach is key to efficiently optimize and test several rack layouts and configurations while monitoring KPIs. To further improve on sustainability and energy efficiency, 3D simulation solutions can complement 1D methods, delivering the needed detail and granularity in results to drive impactful changes.
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From Excessive Data Center Energy to Modular, Generative & Sustainable Designs
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Type: Talk
The exponential growth of data and cloud services is driving demand for new data centers and upgrades to existing centers. But this growth cannot be sustained without considering the need to develop efficient Data Centers: they have to consume less energy and water and increasingly need to rely on green energies. This presentation will investigate system engineering approaches which break the siloes between the different domains (building / cooling system / racks…). We highlight system level models that leverage simulation to find the best design compromise and reach sustainability targets. Bringing smart automation to this approach is key to efficiently optimize and test several rack layouts and configurations while monitoring KPIs. To further improve on sustainability and energy efficiency, 3D simulation solutions can complement 1D methods, delivering the needed detail and granularity in results to drive impactful changes.