Efficiency, Options, and Misconceptions Are you part of the data center paradigm shift? The global market for data center liquid cooling is projected to surge by 24.4% by 2028*. Buckle up for a high-speed ride into a future where innovation meets unprecedented growth! At Data Center World 2023, Silverback Data Center Solutions led an engaging and standing-room-only workshop that delved into the question of the moment: When will liquid cooling be required at scale? As we approach this year’s DCW event, we’re launching a content series on Demystifying Liquid Cooling in Data Centers to keep ..read more

In recent years, the prevailing trend in data center construction has shifted toward consolidation and retirement. Companies have streamlined operations by migrating substantial workloads to the cloud, thereby reducing growth in the number of active data centers. However, this trajectory has taken a turn with the explosive rise of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI. The global AI infrastructure market, encompassing data centers, networks, and supporting hardware, is expected to reach $422.55 billion by 2029, with an annual growth rate of 44% over the next six years, accor ..read more

Small and midsize companies often face the challenge of managing their IT infrastructure while keeping costs under control. One area where costs can quickly escalate is the data center, which requires a significant investment in hardware, software and maintenance. Many clients wish to move their large data centers to the cloud, but it isn’t always possible. If you can’t make the leap to cloud-native, with the right strategy, SMBs can effectively manage their data center spend while also ensuring the reliability and performance of IT infrastructure. Data Center Cost Reduction Measures Implement ..read more

An example of Colocation vs Cloud for High-Performance Compute (HPC) SEO Firm, Ahrefs, finds cloud to be cost-prohibitive for its high density computing needs. Ahrefs estimates it would cost $400 million over three years if it were to switch from its colocation environment to AWS. In the fast-paced world of technology, where computational demands are escalating, the choice between colocation and cloud infrastructure is pivotal for companies that rely on high-performance computing (HPC) to power their operations. The debate over cost-effectiveness and performance optimization has been vividly h ..read more

As the AI goldrush, spearheaded by technologies like Open AI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Bard, gains momentum, its growing prevalence is driving demand in data centers, with research projecting the generative AI market to reach US$126.5 billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 32% from 2022 to 2031. What’s often overlooked is generative AI’s impact on data center demand – as society integrates such technology more deeply into everyday life, the demand for computing power in data centers escalates. The server computer density that AI requires also generates significant heat, presenting energy efficie ..read more

What happens when your data center provider shuts down? What is your contingency plan? Not sure what you need, but need it FAST? In light of recent disruption in the colocation market, we want to remind you of Silverback Data Center Solutions’ ability to respond quickly to urgent relocation requirements. Or, if the financial stability of your data center provider is in question, we can support leadership with contingency planning. With 20 years of experience, we’ve developed robust relocation practices and processes that enable us to efficiently address the needs of data center customers fac ..read more

Although auditing and regulatory requirements are not typically a thrilling topic, it is crucial to recognize the significance of data center auditing in today’s fast-paced regulatory and compliance environment. With recent developments in the industry, there is a valid reason to get excited about data center auditing. The rules and regulations that govern data centers are undergoing changes, and stakeholders must stay vigilant to stay compliant with the various industry and regulatory standards. Remaining up-to-date with these changes and promptly addressing them is vital to ensuring complian ..read more

While 2022 proved to be a challenging year for the data center industry, 2023 is poised to bring exciting changes to the sector. Based on data from some of the world’s top research firms, including Dell’Oro Group, Forrester, and Gartner, here are five data center predictions for 2023. Increased SASE adoption Security — particularly network security — remains top of mind for data centers in 2023. According to a report from market research firm Dell’Oro Group, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) experienced a 33% revenue growth during the third quarter of 2022 and is projected to sustain this upwa ..read more

In today’s world of enterprise IT, there are many factors that a company must consider in order to decide whether a cloud infrastructure is the right fit. Conversely, there are many companies that are unable to make the leap into the cloud, instead relying on their tried-and-true legacy and on-premise applications and software to do business. On Premise vs. Cloud It’s no surprise that cloud computing has grown in popularity as much as it has, as its allure and promise offer newfound flexibility for enterprises, everything from saving time and money to improving agility and scalabili ..read more

As data center rack densities rise and chips get hotter, some are turning to immersion-based, open-tub liquid cooling to beat the heat. In an open-tub scenario, there are two distinct types of coolant – single phase and two-phase – the phase meaning the state the coolant is in at any given moment during the cooling loop. Single-phase coolants will remain in a liquid state while two-phase coolants will change from a liquid state to a gaseous one as the heat transfer occurs. To explore current immersion cooling deployments, we take a look at cutting-edge solutions with Microsoft and DUG McCloud ..read more