Most small and mid-size businesses have at least one UPS (uninterruptible power supply) protecting their servers and network gear. Fewer have a clear picture of whether those units are still adequately sized, whether the batteries are still functional, or whether the equipment they’re protecting has grown beyond the unit’s rated capacity.

When business computers and servers run too hot, the consequences range from reduced performance to premature hardware failure and, in serious cases, fire risk. The good news is that most overheating problems are preventable with a combination of smart placement, regular maintenance, appropriate cooling equipment, and monitoring.

Servers help protect business data and distribute information to other computers within a network. Overloading your servers, however, can cause them to overheat and malfunction. This is why it's critical to keep your servers cool.
How does high temperature affect servers?
A server’s reliability decreases if its temperature rises above 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Today, many businesses rely on servers for their day-to-day operations. If your servers are hosted locally, you should be aware that proper temperature control plays a vital role in keeping them running smoothly. Knowing how to properly cool your servers can help minimize the risk of crashes, which can cause downtime.