Data Center Handbook

by Hwaiyu Geng

Provides the fundamentals, technologies, and best practices in designing, constructing and managing mission critical, energy efficient data centers Organizations in need of high-speed connectivity and nonstop systems operations depend upon data centers for a range of deployment solutions. A data center is a facility used to house computer systems and associated components, such as telecommunications and storage systems. It generally includes multiple power sources, redundant data communications connections, environmental controls (e.g., air conditioning, fire suppression) and security devices. With contributions from an international list of experts, The Data Center Handbook instructs readers The book imparts essential knowledge needed to implement data center design and construction, apply IT technologies, and continually improve data center operations.

720 pages, Hardcover

First published March 3, 2014

Reviews

[Steve · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very in depth. Good handbook for reference

[Jed Medina · Rating 4 out of 5]

A comprehensive book on the issues, terminology and processes of operating a Data Center. It made my life easier since I need a crash course on the subject.