Time and again, we see providers putting desktop hardware into 19-inch chassis and selling them as rack servers. At INGATE, that does not happen.
The Difference
Real rack servers like the Dell PowerEdge series are designed from the ground up for continuous operation in a data center:
ECC RAM: Error Correcting Code memory automatically detects and corrects memory errors
Redundant Power Supplies: Hot-swappable power supplies for uninterrupted operation
IPMI/iDRAC: Remote management interface for remote maintenance and monitoring
Server Motherboard: Stable, durable, designed for 24x7 operation
Hot-Swap Hard Drives: Drive replacement without server downtime
Why This Matters
Desktop hardware may appear cheaper at first glance. But:
- No redundant power supplies means: power supply failure = server down
- No ECC RAM means: increased risk of data loss due to memory errors
- No remote management card means: physical access to the server is required when problems occur
Our Standard
At INGATE, we exclusively use enterprise hardware from Dell. Every server is individually configured and thoroughly tested before delivery.
