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Show 16 — For the week of September 15, 2008 — The Spectrum ST. GEORGE NEIGHBORHOODS Acquiringa near constant DATA stream of power is essential www.thespectrum.com e Continued from page 6 St. George - (435) 668-1992 » to any data storage facilAfter passing the first ‘ ity, Hamlin said, as even a momentary loss of electricdoor, an on-site employee ity could prove devastating positioned behind a thick to the demanding servers. layer of glass must also With a host of sophistiapprove access for the seccated backup generators ond security barrier. and batteries, Hamlin said Even after the third door the Tonaquint Data Center is cleared, security remains is powered nearly. te per: omnipresent throughout cent of the time. the facility. Hamlin said “We guarantee this buildthere are approximately 47 ing will be down for less security cameras positioned throughout the interior of than five minutes per year? he said. the structure. Ned Campbell, vice presiIn_ addition, security guards and electronic fire- dent of operations, said the facility is fully equipped to walls are used to ensure the deal with area power outsafety of a seemingly limes. itless stockpile of crucial If a blackout were to information, he said. Networks are also closely occur, Campbell said the entire facility would switch monitored, with software to battery power for approxreporting anomalies every imately 10 seconds before minute, said Vice President an 18-cylinder outdoor genof Network Engineering, erator takes over, providPhilip Daly. ing up to 2.4 megawatts of “If there are any serious problems, I'll know about it power to the servers. right away, Daly said. Hamlin said the company While security is essenis planning to introduce two tial, the data center employmore equally powerful genees also place a strong erators as demand grows. emphasis on maintaining At full capacity, he said electricity to the servers. the data center would rep- Jud Burkett / St. George Neighborhoods Matt Hamlin, vice president of marketing for the Tonaquint Data Center describes the services his company will offer as he stands in front of the company's building Monday in St. George. resent approximately 10 percent of the city’s total power usage. , With such staggering amounts of power necessary for daily operation, Hamlin said the servers must be cooled to prevent system failure. Multiple computer room air conditioning units are underground cooling systems, Hamlin said the floors throughout the facility have been raised three feet from the concrete foundation. The raised flooring also provides adequate space for the millions of feet of cables running throughout the building. Hamlin said the present in every server stor- a testament to the power of technology as the company cares for the electronic Tonaquint age area, cooling the equipment from below through porous floor tiles. To accommodate the Data across the globe. Providing Sales, NY) ad (a=W Installation Since 1998 Best price in Immaculate fown 3bd/2ba. Gas near pool! Solar *Wind + Hydro| Net-Metering panray & Homes, Inc. Call MICHELLE MCCALL 435-680-4401 Basement, Corner Lot #47! .25 is structure fueling companies “TURN KEY” COMPLETELY $179,000. Magnificent Views of the City and Mountains. Walk-out Center ac a\iN Ty PROPERTIES $199,000 Extraordinary view lot in Tonaquint Terrace. Remarkable Panoramic views. Backs up to “na build protected acre. MLS# 07-86549 zone". .27 Acre. MLS #08-96592 Owner/Agent Call WENDY BROWN 435-674-1444 Call WENDY BROWN 435-674-1444 3 Bd/ 2.5 Ba, 2336 Kaibab Circle 1785 SF. Bloomington Hills 2 Car garage. 2068 Sq. Ft. Gated community. Mature Yard Fenced yard 3 BD/2 BA Batteries + Generators Fresh Air Heating Q. How Can Solar Energy Help Me Lower My Gas or Electric Bill? Q. How Much Solar Do | Need for My Home? Q. Are There Tax Credits or Rebates | Can Take Advantage Of? &. The 5 rye oe o on. ee xs e Ey, - Visiting Us at Our Off-Grid Solar Powered Office 2353 W Park Ave, Cedar City (by the Airport) or Call 435-867-9876 * www.solarunlimited.net - |