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Migrating to a data center facility does not necessarily resolve issues or automatically alleviate the headaches associated with server administration. Opting for Managed Services is one of the most important decisions an IT manager can make; it can help focus … Continue reading

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IT managers are often overwhelmed, not only by day-to-day maintenance , but also by major applications for which they are responsible. This could disrupt necessary upgrades, such as delaying upgrades on physical hardware, which could result in continuing to operate … Continue reading

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Colocating your equipment away from known hazard zones will help reduce outages and downtime due to natural disasters, such as flooding, earthquakes, landslides, tornadoes, and other destructive natural phenomena. Colocation provides secure and reliable hosting solutions to help reduce these … Continue reading

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Reduce downtime and site outages by ensuring your traffic load is properly balanced. Nothing spells disaster like having a server or site go down due to unexpected traffic volumes! Ensure your load is split between hardware located in one data … Continue reading

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Keep technical contacts updated with your service provider. Your service provider will perform routine maintenance on its systems from time to time. Standard procedure is to notify all customers; however, if your CTO or ancillary technical staff members are unaware … Continue reading

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If you host your server infrastructure in a data center that offers redundant power sources to your cabinet or cage, negotiate the installation of a redundant power source for your space. Many data center facilities already have systems in place … Continue reading

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Productivity gains are more important than ever for organizations working to be more efficient. Equipping all employee workstations with a standard power backup UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) provides a five-minute window to save work and properly shut down computers in … Continue reading

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