Facebook’s Datacenter Evolution Continues Kevin Fogarty, July 17, 2013 The social network has increasingly embraced an “everything custom” approach to its data facilities. …
New Italian Supercomputer Expected to Top Green500 Mark Hachman, February 1, 2013 The new “Eurora” machine outperforms the current leader by 26 percent, thanks to warm-water cooling. …
The Secrets of Highly Efficient Data Centers Mark Hachman, December 26, 2012 The 451 Group looks at some of the most power-efficient data centers, and digs into what makes them work. …
NEC Developing “Warm” Server Module Mark Hachman, November 28, 2012 Four Japanese companies, led by NEC, are developing a modular server that uses warmer inlet air to save power. …
Facebook: No Need For Chillers in North Carolina Mark Hachman, November 14, 2012 Facebook says its Forest City, N.C. data center runs on a combination of outside air and misting. …
Chill Out? No Way, Green Grid Says Mark Hachman, October 26, 2012 Non-profit group makes the case that higher inlet temperatures can reduce the importance of mechanical chillers in a data center. …
Hot In Here: Intel Tests High-Temp Data Centers in Korea Mark Hachman, August 22, 2012 Intel and Korea Telecom are testing the feasibility of high-temperature data centers for warm-weather climates. …
Facebook Specs Water Efficiency Mark Hachman, August 10, 2012 Facebook offers its first water utilization efficiency measurements. …
Google, Apple Plan Data Center Expansions Mark Hachman, August 3, 2012 Google is expanding its European data-center footprint, even as archrival Apple continues to expand its own infrastructure. …