Data centers have always been important, but with the growth of cloud services, virtualization, and hyperscale computing, many organizations now depend on them for day-to-day business operations. Having an integrated security system that provides multiple layers of security to protect and safeguard assets is vital, from perimeter to server racks.

At the heart of every business is information. Keeping it safe requires protection that spans from perimeter to core. With a multi-layered approach, Convergint and Axis Communications provide protection at every level, from different kinds of data risk threats, such as cyber, physical, external, and internal.

A multi-layered approach to integrated security

From early detection outside a premises to the ability to interpret alarms and respond swiftly to them, layers of security ensure that data centers stay in operation and that the valuable data at its heart is protected. There are five main layers of security when safeguarding data centers: perimeter, premises, building, server rooms, and server racks.

Perimeter

Starting at the outer boundary of an area, the first layer of protection allows organizations to detect and verify a potential intruder from virtually any location in real time. Thermal or visual cameras and radar provide a comprehensive defense, and smart analytics trigger warnings and alert staff, saving time and money spent on routine patrols and addressing false alarms.

Premises

Once within the premises, people and objects can be tracked across multiple sites and can be identified using cameras to observe specific areas of interest. Security teams can quickly detect any unwanted activity and act on alarms by using pre-recorded audio messages.

Building

Next is the actual building. Access control can be used across multiple sites, working from a single, remote location. Security teams can identify, authenticate, and authorize entry to ensure only authorized personnel are granted access. Organizations can achieve flexible, cost-effective, and innovative security that can be optimized and scaled for any need.

Server rooms

This layer of protection can prevent damage inside the actual data center. Apart from protecting people and assets, a high-resolution video camera can digitally zoom into a preset position when a cabinet door is opened. Video recordings provide the possibility to review what has taken place in the data center.

Server racks

The heart of a data center is secured through alarms if activity is detected at unexpected times, or if cabinet doors are left open for more than a set number of minutes. This layer of protection prevents damage to servers caused by crime or carelessness from employees. When alerted, security teams can check video footage for verification, and use the 2N SIP Mic to communicate with anyone at the server racks.

Scalable solutions for data centers

An integrated security system from Axis adds layers of protection to safeguard data centers. It can include IP cameras that guard the perimeter and interior of a site, radar technology to detect suspicious movement on premises, network door stations that control access to specific areas and rooms, two-way loudspeakers to address potential intruders, and video management software to oversee and control everything from a central hub. With this approach, threats are detected and neutralized at an early stage, and registered visitors can enter parts of the facility only in accordance with their clearance level.

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By centralizing data center surveillance, Convergint and Axis deliver greater security with fewer resources. These solutions do not require staff to be constantly viewing every video feed; alarms and alerts let teams know when something unexpected happens. Cutting-edge video and audio analytics increase automation and reduce the need for manned patrols. Contact a security expert today to learn more about this comprehensive solution.

Please see the “IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY AND SERVICE INFORMATION” documentation, available at convergint.com/terms  prior to using a Convergint-installed solution.

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