Description

Data centers are homes to computers that run critical applications and services that we all take for granted such as email and internet access. These complex facilities have become the focal point in organizations as the increasing demand for compute power is stressing the underlying infrastructure of space, power, and cooling.;;Organizations are now adapting innovative technologies that allowed mechanical, electrical, and computer engineers to work closely together to solve fundamental challenges in the data center to make them efficient and cost effective.;;This presentation will offer an introduction to data centers including an overview of its major systems and components. Topics include IT infrastructure demand, cooling techniques, and power management. The presentation will also cover basic design principles of data centers.;;Attendees will be offered a special tour of the KAUST data centers to see the operation of these complex facilities in action.