Portable Modular Data Center

A 40-foot Portable Modular Data Center on display.

The Portable Modular Data Center (PMDC) is a portable data center solution built into a standard 20, 40, or 53-foot intermodal container (shipping container) manufactured and marketed by IBM. IBM states that a PMDC cost 30% less to design and build than a traditional data center with cooling equipment.[1]

Portability

The Portable Modular Data Center loaded with computer equipment can be transported using standard shipping methods. The PMDC is weather resistant and insulated, and can be placed in environments like tundra or the desert.[2]

See also

References

  1. ↑ IBM thinks outside the box with containerized data centers
  2. ↑ Delivering rapid deployment of a complete, turn-key modular data center to support your unique business objectives

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