Apart from reliable power supply and climate control, physical security is a
crucial factor for running data centers. The essential security features of
Knipp's data center are: 24/7 video monitoring and recording of all
security-relevant areas, complete documentation of visitors and their visits,
a mantrap for visitors as well as motion and quality fall-off detectors.
Security |
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Permanent video monitoring including documentation and storage |
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Motion and quality fall-off detector with direct intrusion to a
security firm |
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Monitoring of all doors and rooms relevant to the data center |
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Central, video-monitored preparation and engineering room for customers |
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Complete video monitoring of all racks |
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Token-based locking system |
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Identity check of all visitors of data center and documentation of
all visits |
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Mantrap securing access to the data center, including electronic
weight sensor ensuring use by one person at a time |
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NOC with own
technical staff |
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Control and communication system for monitoring of all technical
facilities |
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Periodic, preventive maintenance of all systems (uninterrupted power
supplies, standby power supply system, air conditioning systems etc.) |
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Emergency and administrator workstations |
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Manuals and emergency plans |
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