[nycbug-talk] Recommendations For Data Closet Hardware

[George R.]

Gordon Smith wrote:
> I've been asked to spec out the hardware to be installed in the data
> closet of a new small office space. 
> Ultimately, we'll be implementing FreeBSD and Windows server machines in
> the closet (among other things).
>  
> If this is an appropriate place to ask the question, I'll reply with a
> list of the things I need to do with the data closet.  I wanted to see
> whether any of you might have any preferences or recommendations for me
> to keep in mind when outfitting the room.
>  
> If any other mailing lists might be more appropriate, I'd welcome your
> (equally appropriate) suggestions.  Even though this is a "BSD Users
> Group", I do see a lot of infrastructure-related topics coming up, so I
> thought, "why not ask?"
>  
> Please let me know, and thanks for your help.
>  
> Cheers,
> Gordon Smith

Greetings Gordon.

This is certainly an appropriate list for your query.  But please fill
us in as to the function of the boxes you are looking for.

Are we talking servers?  other network devices?  routers?  mail servers?

And what loads are we talking about?

Fill us in on the details. . .

George