A data center is located in an area where the demand for power is higher than the utility power company is able to deliver. This results in frequent…

In areas with frequent and extended power outages, continuous generators with at least an N+1

configuration are necessary to ensure consistent power availability. Continuous generators are

designed for prolonged operation, making them suitable for scenarios where utility power is

frequently unavailable, as in this case with outages exceeding 650 hours per year. An N+1

configuration ensures redundancy, which is critical for maintaining uptime in a high-availability data

center.

Detailed Explanation:

Continuous generators provide reliable power over long durations, unlike standby generators, which

are intended only for short-term use. The N+1 configuration ensures that there is always an

additional generator available in case of failure, thus maintaining power supply even if one generator

goes offline.

EPI Data Center Specialist Reference:

EPI best practices recommend continuous generators with redundancy for data centers located in

areas with high power instability to maintain reliability and continuous operation.