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Know Your Power – The Basics
Packet Power Team : Dec 1, 2010 4:53:00 PM
Power is an essential part of data center operations. Data centers must make sure enough power is always available. This has always been a challenge,...
Who can resist "top 5" lists? We can't. So we're sharing Packet Power's five most popular blog posts.
Volts, Amps, Watts, Watt-hours and Cost
A quick review on the basics of electricity -- Volts, Amps, Watts and Watt-hours. Cost turns this review of the basics into a necessary part of any data center manager's job.
Power Factor: The difference between promise and reality
Most data centers use AC (Alternating Current) power. Unfortunately, voltage and current can get out of sync so you may be getting less power than you think.
DC in the DC
The promise of DC-based power distribution is enabling systems with fewer power conversion points, making them simpler and more efficient.
Three-phase power or the magic of the missing neutral
Few things seem to cause as much confusion as three-phase power, especially in a Delta configuration. This post presents a plumber's (and car mechanic's) version of a three phase power system.
Choose the right wireless protocol for your data center
Wireless monitoring networks for data centers have specific requirements that are not always obvious and can be painful if ignored. The essential elements are outlined.
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Understand Power: Volts, Amps, Watts, Watt-hours and Cost
Paul Bieganski : Feb 27, 2023 10:00:00 AM
Editor's note: This blog was originally posted in 2015. Although electrical definitions haven’t changed, it was updated in 2023 because the cost of...
When Good Enough Can Be Great: Current-Only vs. Full Power Monitoring
Packet Power Team : Feb 12, 2019 8:30:00 AM
You've decided to monitor energy use in your facility. The good news is that you've got a number of options to do this. The not-so-good news is that...