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Reserve Your Seat TodayIt's common for network managers to focus on equipment monitoring and facility security systems while overlooking temperature limit threats. Monitoring room temperatures effectively can ensure critical areas maintain optimal conditions for sensitive equipment.
Server rooms that lack temperature monitoring are vulnerable to a temp crisis. When your HVAC or cooling system suddenly fails, it creates huge frustrations for you and your customers/users. They can even consider switching to a different company or provider. It may also cause preventable damage, all because you weren't properly monitoring the temp of your network. Room temperatures can change rapidly in critical areas, leading to potential equipment failures if not addressed promptly.
That's why it's crucial to know the temperature of your valuable equipment. The importance of having a temperature warning device in your server room, data center, or other IT environment can't be understated. It's important to be able to receive a temp alert when your network is experiencing a temperature-related threat. Having this knowledge gives you the power to win the fight against overheating. By closely monitoring room temperatures, you can make sure your critical areas stay protected from sudden spikes or drops.
The answer to this question is simple. You need, at least, a remote temperature monitoring device that keeps track of the temperature. And alerts you once it reaches a certain point. This is especially vital for critical areas like server rooms and data centers where equipment performance is temperature-dependent.
While effective, this isn't the best solution. You want the technology that allows you to remotely monitor the precise temperature of your server room, closet, or data center. Critical areas often require continuous monitoring of room temperatures to avoid costly downtime.
A discrete temperature monitoring system only alerts you when the temperature passes a certain point, but there's better sensor technology. Using analog sensors, you can get an accurate reading of the exact temperature, any time you want. This level of precision allows all critical areas to remain within safe room temperature thresholds.
You also want to use a monitoring device that sends temperature alerts when the temperature reaches a specified point. Your temp monitoring device should be versatile and easy to use. The device should be capable of sending temperature alarm notifications to you in different ways, such as:
Use a device that is capable of at least two of these. But ideally all of them, so you have the most flexibility and control over your network. This adaptability is great for managing room temperatures in multiple critical areas at one time.
The third part of an effective temp monitoring system is an escalation list. Escalation lists is a key protection method if the first person alerted can' t respond to the alarm for any reason.
If the first person doesn't respond within a specified time, then the second person is notified, and so on. A competent temperature alert system should support at least 8 people on the escalation list. This allows you to best protect yourself in the event of an overheating threat.
It's easy to think that a temperature spike will only lead to isolated problems, but the reality is far more complex. Unaddressed temperature issues can cascade into a series of avoidable failures that cost time, money, and reputation. Let's explore these hidden costs:
By proactively monitoring temperature changes, you can mitigate these risks and create a more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective operation. Tools like DPS Telecom's TempDefender ensure that no environmental anomaly goes unnoticed, protecting your network and bottom line.
The TempDefender is a remote telemetry unit (RTU) specialized for temperature monitoring. This device is compact, easily rack-mounted, and supports up to 16 daisy-chained temp sensors.
The TempDefender IT supports hundreds of feet of cable length, so you can position the sensors around all your valuable equipment. This versatility in placement allows you to pinpoint any problems and get the most detailed alert messages possible.
Did you decide that you should be doing more to monitor the temperature of your server room or data center? Then, you've taken the first step to avoid the frustrations of knowing that critical hardware damage could have been prevented. Now you'll know when there is a problem that requires attention.
Since you're a professional, with years of experience, you know the specifics of what you need in a temperature monitoring device. The device needs to have analog sensor systems. Avoid the simple discrete sensors that leave you wondering about the precise temperature of your facility.
The device should also provide you with versatile options for sending you alerts. As well as an escalation list to make sure the notification doesn't go unviewed by someone that is too busy.
Imagine the peace of mind that is possible with having reliable temperature monitoring for your facility. You no longer have to worry about a temperature threat causing a hardware malfunction. Nor leaving your customers to consider other options because you're unable to provide them with the service they need.
Are you ready to implement your TempDefender IT temperature monitoring solution? Reach out to us at 1-800-693-0351, or send us an email at sales@dpstele.com. Let's get started on protecting your facility from a severe temperature threat.
