Apple’s Mac Mini has been a quiet fixture in the home desktop computer market for several years. Minimal hype surrounds the low-key, unpredictable releases that have dotted the Macintosh landscape since the Mini’s 2005 debut. The computer weighs under three pounds and...
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Long-Lasting Dell Latitude Laptops Offer Top-Notch Value for IT Asset Management
Dell Latitude laptops are strong, high-powered business laptops. They provide reliability, speed, and performance across a range of professional uses. Also, the laptops feature a sturdy construction of metal frames and alloy...
Replacing an Ethernet Network Switch to Increase Network Performance
Keeping an Ethernet network switch running smoothly is a challenge many IT departments face. However, as data demands from increased traffic grows, a network switch’s efficiency decreases. Choosing an Ethernet network switch to...
How to Recycle Tape Drives for Cost Savings and Efficiency
Backup tapes are one of the most time-tested forms of long-term storage. The landscape of physical hardware shifts rapidly, yet the storage tape has remained a continual top choice. Tapes have a lifespan of 15-30 years depending...
The Disk Array: Recycling Your System’s Failsafe Before a Crash Happens
Disk arrays are an important element of a data center. They provide power and speed by storing information across multiple physical disks. A disk array makes it simpler to manage data and provides a more resilient,...
De-Installing a RAID Controller—Tips and Considerations
Decommissioning a data center means removing multiple components. RAID controllers are a long-term, important part of managing multiple disks and updates to the technology may require an upgrade. Additionally, RAID controllers...
Deciding Between LCD and LED Monitors for Your Business
LCD and LED monitors have become the norm, and the cathode ray tube (CRT) monitor is mostly a thing of the past. However, many people are indecisive about whether an LCD or LED monitor is the better option. Business owners...
Switching from Business PCs to a Thin Client Setup
Thin clients are a great option for businesses seeking an efficient, cost-effective alternative to desktop PCs. Unlike PCs, thin client setups store sensitive data in a secure central server. This protects the data and simplifies...
Ask the Right Questions When Choosing an ITAD Specialist
It’s always smart business to enlist an ITAD specialist to manage company IT assets when plannig for growth while ensuring cost reimbursement and managing data security. Every company with electronic assets must eventually deal...
Data Center Decommissioning Projects at Infomart in Texas
Data center decommissioning is a critical part of an efficient and cost-effective colocation facility. Texas is home to a large number of data centers. The highest concentrations are in Dallas, Houston, and Austin. With 126 data...
Standards for Electronics Recycling: Understanding R2 vs. e-Stewards Certification
Choosing an electronics recycler to handle electronic waste or an ITAD project should include careful consideration of a number of factors. First, is there a provable guarantee for secure destruction of sensitive data? Is there a system of reporting? Does the recycler...
Online ITAD Reporting Secures Data and Safeguards Compliance
Research into the IT management industry reveals a significant fact. The reason most companies cite for deciding to implement an ITAD strategy is fear about data security. It makes sense that companies want a solid plan in place...