The creation of a data center involves a multi-level and comprehensive series of tasks, the solution of which requires the professional integration of all subsystems. In addition, this is a very specific problem, and you need both engineers and IT professionals to address it. The general contractor plays an extremely significant role, because only major system integrators will be able to implement such a large-scale project. To do this, you need to cover the entire process of creating a data center, from goal setting and design to comprehensive maintenance. Modern data centers are a comprehensive solution for managing enterprise information systems, and for processing and storing data.
⊛ INFORMATION INFRASTRUCTURE
Includes the following components: a server complex that includes multi-platform and cluster solutions, as well as specialized, high-availability systems; a data storage and backup system that is the core of the data center. Generally, storage systems consist of consolidating disk arrays, network storage, backup and a disaster recovery system.
⊛ NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE
Ensures interoperability of servers, integrates logic levels and creates communications channels. It includes backbones to communicate with operators of public networks and telecommunications allowing users to connect to the data center.
⊛ ENGINEERING INFRASTRUCTURE
To ensure the normal functioning of the basic systems of the data center. It includes subsystems for power supply, climate control, fire alarm and fire-fighting, data transmission, automated dispatching, and information resource management.
⊛ SECURITY SYSTEM
It prevents unauthorized access to areas that contain confidential information. This system consists of a protection system, an alarm system, and an access control system.