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  • HP customers report server shipping delays

    After the economic slowdown comes a server shipping slowdown, HP customers say. Many are experiencing delays in receiving rackmount and blade form ProLiant servers, although the cause and extent of the problem are unclear.  Article | 24 Aug 2010

  • Biodiesel mandates cause backup generator problems

    States such as Minnesota and Oregon have passed biodisel mandates, but data center managers say improper handling of biodiesel can cause problems for backup generators.  Article | 20 Aug 2010

  • NextPhase wants your data center trash

    NextPhase's new "asset recovery" services allow data center managers to easily -- and legally -- dispose of unwanted computer equipment.  Article | 15 Feb 2007

  • National e-waste legislation to keep hardware costs lower

    A congressional caucus studying e-waste could recommend national legislation that vendors say would cost data center managers little to nothing compared to disparate state and local regulations.  Article | 12 Oct 2006

  • IBM launches services to fix power waste in data centers

    IBM is launching a series of services to evaluate data-center power and cooling costs, and cut them by reducing waste. The services are available independent of other IBM contracts, and the company intends to recruit "select" resellers.  Article | 10 Oct 2006

  • Disposing of IT assets the right way

    Old computers can still pose a security risk even from the garbage heap. Here are some tips on how to keep your data safe.  Article | 23 Jun 2005

  • precycling

    Precycling is the practice of avoiding the acquisition of unnecessary items that will eventually have to be recycled or dealt with as waste.  Definition

  • downcycling

    Downcycling is a recycling practice that involves breaking an item down into its component elements or materials. Once the constituent elements or materials are recovered, they are reused if possible, but usually for a product of lower value than the...  Definition

  • upcycling

    Upcycling is the practice of creating a useable product from waste or unwanted items or adapting an existing product in some way to add value. The purpose of upcycling is reducing waste and improving the efficiency of resource use.  Definition

  • ARM server

    An advanced RISC machine (ARM) server is an enterprise-class computer server that employs a large array of ARM processors rather than a complement of x86-class processors.  Definition

  • green computing

    Green computing is the use of computers and related resources in an environmentally responsible manner. This involves the implementation of energy-efficient central processing units (CPUs), servers and peripherals as well as proper disposal of electr...  Definition

  • LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)

    LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is an ecology-oriented building certification program run under the auspices of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)... (Continued)  Definition

  • Energy Star

    Energy Star is a government-backed labeling program that helps people and organizations save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by identifying factories, office equipment, home appliances and electronics that have superior energy efficiency. (...  Definition

  • modular datacenter

    Sun Microsystems' Modular Datacenter (known as "Project Blackbox" in the prototype phase) is a mobile and virtualized data center packaged in a standard 20-foot shipping container... (Continued)  Definition

  • Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS Directive)

    The Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive is a set of criteria formulated by the European Union (EU) to regulate the use of toxic materials in electrical and electronic devices, systems, and toys... (Continued)  Definition

  • hard drive overwriter

    In e-cycling, a hard drive overwriter is a program or utility that repeatedly overwrites the data on a computer's hard drive with gibberish.  Definition

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  • Recycling servers: Exploring the biodegradable server

    Steve Bigelow weighs in on a question about the potential of fully recycling servers with biodegradable chassis.  Answer

  • Wondering what to do with old servers? Recycle, reuse or virtualize

    If you're worried about what to do with old servers, there are three major options: Virtualize, repurpose or recycle. Our expert weighs in on each.  Ask the Expert

  • How to securely dispose of data before server donation

    Here's some expert advice on preparing old systems for server donation and refurbishment.  Ask the Expert

  • IT equipment recycling: What do you do with old servers?

    When it's time to replace old servers, make IT equipment recycling and disposal an important factor in your technology refresh decisions.  Tip

  • precycling

    Precycling is the practice of avoiding the acquisition of unnecessary items that will eventually have to be recycled or dealt with as waste.  Definition

  • downcycling

    Downcycling is a recycling practice that involves breaking an item down into its component elements or materials. Once the constituent elements or materials are recovered, they are reused if possible, but usually for a product of lower value than the...  Definition

  • upcycling

    Upcycling is the practice of creating a useable product from waste or unwanted items or adapting an existing product in some way to add value. The purpose of upcycling is reducing waste and improving the efficiency of resource use.  Definition

  • ARM server

    An advanced RISC machine (ARM) server is an enterprise-class computer server that employs a large array of ARM processors rather than a complement of x86-class processors.  Definition

  • A server processors roadmap for 2011 and beyond: Intel vs. AMD

    As AMD and Intel make plans to improve its server processors, efficiency and superior virtualization capabilities will make these technologies more powerful than ever.  Tip

  • HP customers report server shipping delays

    After the economic slowdown comes a server shipping slowdown, HP customers say. Many are experiencing delays in receiving rackmount and blade form ProLiant servers, although the cause and extent of the problem are unclear.  Article

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