>From TechNet Computer equipment reliability is better in cool conditions - 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 C) is reasonable for both equipment and people. While desktop computers and individual servers use fans to keep the CPU cool, fans do not provide enough cooling for a data center.
Small data centers often rely on the air conditioning in their building. Larger data centers have more equipment, producing more heat, and need a dedicated, redundant cooling system. Make sure emergency generators can power the cooling systems. Humidity is also a concern for data centers. High humidity can lead to condensation on equipment. Very low humidity can lead to excess static electricity. Large fluctuations in humidity can cause circuit boards to expand and contract, damaging circuitry. A good target is 40-45 percent relative humidity. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Tolmachoff (Lists) Sent: Saturday, July 05, 2003 9:39 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] What is a typical or suggested temperature range for a server room? (Not a full blown data center.) What is the typical or suggested humidity range for a server room? John Tolmachoff MCSE CSSA Engineer/Consultant eServices For You www.eservicesforyou.com To Unsubscribe: http://www.ipswitch.com/support/mailing-lists.html List Archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/imail_forum%40list.ipswitch.com/ Knowledge Base/FAQ: http://www.ipswitch.com/support/IMail/ To Unsubscribe: http://www.ipswitch.com/support/mailing-lists.html List Archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/imail_forum%40list.ipswitch.com/ Knowledge Base/FAQ: http://www.ipswitch.com/support/IMail/
