Server Consolidation in a Common Rack

Consolidating multiple servers in a single rack improves accessibility by simplifying system management. Each server in the rack should have independent I/O cabling and an independent power source. These measures can help to remove single points of failure and help to prevent accidental outages when the servers that share the rack are serviced.

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