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Warm Aisle
A warm aisle is a configuration in data centres where the hot air exhaust from servers is directed into a dedicated pathway to be removed by cooling systems. It is part of the hot aisle/cold aisle containment strategy, designed to improve cooling efficiency by separating hot and cold air streams. Warm aisles ensure that hot air is efficiently routed to CRAC units or other cooling systems, preventing it from mixing with cold intake air. This setup is particularly effective in maintaining consistent temperatures and reducing energy consumption in high-density environments.
Learn moreWater Usage Effectiveness (WUE)
Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) is a sustainability metric for data centres that measures the amount of water used annually relative to the IT energy consumption. It is calculated by dividing the total water consumption (liters) by the IT equipment energy usage (kWh). A low WUE indicates efficient water usage, reducing environmental impact. Facilities adopting adiabatic cooling or closed-loop systems often achieve lower WUE values. WUE is essential for data centres prioritizing sustainability, especially in water-scarce regions.
Learn moreWater-Cooled Chillers
Water-cooled chillers are cooling systems that use water to absorb and dissipate heat generated in data centres. These systems circulate water through heat exchangers, transferring heat to external cooling towers. Water-cooled chillers are energy-efficient and suitable for high-density setups. They offer better thermal performance compared to air-cooled systems, making them ideal for large-scale or high-performance data centres.
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