Data center design and construction
mdtech provides services for the design and creation of server and cross-connect rooms, as well as private and public Data Centers (DCs).
mdtech provides services for the design and creation of server and cross-connect rooms, as well as private and public Data Centers (DCs).
What is a Data Center Physically?
A Data Center (DC) is a dedicated facility or building that serves as a complex engineering system.
Key components of a DC include:
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Engineering Systems: Power supply, cooling, security.
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Passive Equipment: Telecommunication cabinets, patch panels.
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Network Infrastructure: Switches, routers, firewalls.
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Storage and Processing Infrastructure: Servers, Storage Area Networks (SAN).
DC Purpose and Business Goals
The DC ensures the uninterrupted operation of equipment for delivering critical corporate services. DCs are highly demanded by businesses focusing on digital transformation, as they solve the following tasks:
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Storage and processing of large volumes of information.
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Ensuring a high level of data availability and security.
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Unifying distributed systems.
Utilizing DC resources is your key to increasing business reliability and productivity.
DC Fault Tolerance Classes (ANSI/TIA-942 Standard)
The most widely used standard is ANSI/TIA-942, which defines four classes (Tier):
| Class | Redundancy Level | Description |
| Tier IV | $2(N+1)$ | Maximum reliability. Dual redundancy guarantees uninterrupted operation even during extended maintenance. |
| Tier III | $N+1$ | Near-complete duplication of equipment. Allows for scheduled maintenance without service interruption. |
| Tier II | $N+1$ | Includes redundant power sources and a core level of redundant network devices. |
| Tier I | $N$ | Basic level. No backup power sources or redundant network elements. |
Standards in the DC Field (Republic of Uzbekistan)
The requirements for the engineering part of server rooms are standardized. DC design and construction must comply with the following documents:
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National and Inter-State Standards (O‘zDSt, GOST): Current standards in the fields of telecommunications, electrical systems, and security.
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Construction Norms and Regulations (ShNK/KMK): Norms active in the Republic of Uzbekistan governing power supply, fire safety, ventilation, and air conditioning.
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International Practices: International standards (e.g., ANSI/TIA-942) are incorporated to achieve high fault tolerance classes (Tier III and Tier IV).
Stages of DC Construction
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Preparation: Gathering requirements, developing the general concept, and drafting the Statement of Work (SOW).
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Planning: Site inspection, evaluation of existing utilities and structural features.
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DC Design: Designing the Structured Cabling System (SCS), electrical system, climate control, and security systems (fire safety, access control, video surveillance). Developing the data network design and the architecture for data processing/storage.
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DC Creation: Full project control and management of all contractors.
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Implementation: Equipment delivery, installation, configuration, and monitoring system deployment. Comprehensive testing and migration of corporate services into the new DC infrastructure.
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Consulting and Support: IT consulting, vendor support liaison, and 24/7 technical support services.
The cost of turnkey DC construction is calculated individually based on the required Tier class and project scope.