A Smart Aisle Containment solution is a data center infrastructure design that physically separates hot and cold air flows within a data center environment. It involves creating enclosed aisles between rows of racks, with one aisle dedicated to hot air exhaust and the other to cold air intake.
Containment Structures
Physical barriers (panels or curtains) to separate hot and cold aisles.
Airflow Management
Optimized air distribution within the contained aisles.
Monitoring and Control
Sensors and controls to monitor air temperature and humidity.
Integration
Compatibility with various cooling systems and rack configurations.
Scalability
Adaptability to changing IT loads and data center growth.
Reduces energy consumption by preventing hot air mixing.
Maintains consistent temperature and humidity levels.
Protects IT equipment from overheating.
Reduces energy consumption and maintenance requirements.
- High-density data centers: Where equipment generates significant heat.
- Data centers seeking to optimize energy efficiency: To reduce operating costs.
- Data centers with space constraints: To maximize server density.
- Data centers requiring precise temperature and humidity control: To protect sensitive equipment.
