What is DCiE? A Guide to Data Center Efficiency

Key Points:

• The article discusses Data Center Infrastructure Efficiency (DCiE), a metric for measuring the energy efficiency of data centers.
• A low DCiE indicates excessive energy consumption by supporting infrastructure, which can lead to increased operational costs and environmental impact.
• It is recommended to calculate DCiE regularly to identify inefficiencies and implement optimizations, such as improving cooling systems and airflow management.

Technical Details: DCiE is calculated using the formula: DCiE = (IT Equipment Power / Total Facility Power) x 100%. A higher DCiE percentage signifies that more power is being effectively used by IT equipment rather than wasted on overhead systems.

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