Did you know that according to the U.S. Department of Energy, there are 3 million data centers in the United States? This is because data centers have become integral to how we live and manage our daily lives. This also means that data center maintenance is very important. Here are some of the best practices for keeping your data center in tip-top shape.

Preventative Maintenance

Every data center should have experts on speed dial for preventative maintenance. These people should be well-educated and experienced in the data center industry so they can perform both preventative and emergency maintenance. Preventative care is well worth the investment. Our team will help your equipment last longer and can address any emergency situations straight away. Preventative maintenance is paramount to preventing breakdowns and extending the life of your data center as long as possible.

Air Conditioning

On top of the previous point is the importance of air conditioning for data centers. Humidity and computers are like oil and water — they just don’t work together. Humidity that’s too high or too low can damage servers and cause corrosion. Data center cooling also helps filter the air. As previously stated, dust and debris can be one of the biggest enemies of data centers because fragments in the air can interfere with your equipment and cause it to malfunction. You want to make sure that your air conditioning system is running smoothly and efficiently to keep your data center in the best possible condition.

In the event that your data center’s air conditioning system begins to malfunction, LDP Associates can help by replacing your old system with a new and improved cooling system. What’s more, our data center cooling is secure against criminals and malware, so you can feel confident when you choose to work with us that your data center is not only secure against temperature changes but also against crime.

Modernization

While modernization becomes less and less of a problem every year as technologies advance, it is still a good idea to occasionally refresh your equipment. Outdated and unnecessary equipment can cost hundreds to millions of dollars per year in inefficiency, not to mention that equipment is taking up space you could use for more important things. By practicing modernization, you can save money on power usage and cooling costs while also protecting the infrastructure of your data center software.

Every data center service should be well-versed in data center maintenance if it’s to ensure its products are efficient and reliable. This list only provides the most basic of upkeep tips to get you started. Find more tips and information on the LPD Associates blog.