Within Data Centers the importance of the environment is as important as the cabling infrastructure. With the latest blade server technology there is a price to pay for performance. The heat generated by the increased processing power is growing as is the requirement for good thermal management, this may not be just air conditioning for the room but also for the rack or cabinet. The need to have properly vented cabinets is critical, and with todays technology, built-in systems are becoming more popular. Within this section you will find information on the management of heat along with products that make this possible.

Raised floor design is crucial for cabling design and cooling. 2007-02-06 This white paper covers the design of raised floors and some of the issues this gives for cabling and cooling.
Introduction to cooling for IP applications within a Data Center 2007-02-06 This White Paper from APC discusses the requirements and options for cooling within a Data Center when IP applications are used.