SecurityArena

Environmental issues

Positive drains. Contents flow out of building instead of in to the building.

Positive pressurization. Positive pressure is a pressure within a system that is greater than the environment that surrounds that system. If some one opens the door, air will flow out of the room instead of in.

Relative humidity. 40 to 60 % is acceptable level of humidity. As higher humidity can cause corrosion, while low humidity can cause excessive static electricity. A hygrometer is usually used to monitor humidity.

Preventive Steps against Static Electricity

• Use antistatic flooring in data processing areas.
• Ensure proper humidity.
• Have proper grounding for wiring and outlets.
• Don’t have carpeting in data centers, or have static-free carpets if necessary.
• Wear antistatic bands when working inside computer systems.

Components Affected by Specific Temperatures

• Computer systems and peripheral devices           175°F
• Magnetic storage devices                                 100°F
• Paper products                                               350°F