We explore the changing role of gray space cooling and why separating gray and white space thermal strategies may make sense for certain data center applications. We discuss how rising power densities are affecting supporting infrastructure, the different temperature requirements designers and operators must consider, and approaches for establishing dedicated gray space cooling in non-raised-floor environments.

 

Attendees will gain a better understanding of:

• How increasing white space power density can affect gray space infrastructure and cooling requirements
• Why electrical equipment and modern IT equipment may require different operating environments
• When a separate gray space cooling strategy should be considered
• Cooling approaches for non-raised-floor gray space environments
• How cooling requirements can vary based on data center design, operating model, and infrastructure strategy
  
  

As data center power and cooling architecture continue to evolve, understanding the relationship between the white space and the critical infrastructure supporting it can help engineers and operators make more informed thermal design decisions.