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ServerMonkey Appoints Layla Wright as New CEO

Posted by Dan Blatter on Sep 12, 2012 3:50:00 PM

After e-commerce company’s successful first year, Wright sets sights on continued momentum and growth

(HOUSTON, TEXAS) September 12, 2012 - ServerMonkey, a leading provider of new and refurbished servers and networking and IT equipment, today announced that Layla Wright has been named as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. Most recently, Wright served as a Director of Purchasing for the leading electronic component distributor Smith & Associates.

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Memory Cards: Types, Sizes and Speed

Posted by Dan Blatter on Aug 13, 2012 10:21:00 AM

As we learned last month, there are several different factors to consider when purchasing a memory card. You need to know what type of card is compatible with your device, what size will best suit your needs and what speed range will work within the specifications of your device. My last blog entry about SD Cards focused mainly on storage size. We took a look at how each density translates to the number of photos, movies, and music you can store on your card. This month we’re going to focus on the different methods used to rate speeds for SD, microSD and CF cards.

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Recycling vs. Repurposing: How to properly dispose of old IT Equipment

Posted by Dan Blatter on Mar 2, 2012 10:37:00 AM

At ServerMonkey, we’re committed to doing everything we can to contribute to a cleaner, greener tomorrow. We hold ourselves to a high standard as a company, taking actions such as participating in recycling programs, using reusable cups and utensils, and taking advantage of videoconferencing tools. But what we’re most proud of in terms of “green credentials” is our role in the refurbishment and repurposing of IT equipment. Here’s why:

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ServerMonkey Now Offering LED and LCD Screen Panels

Posted by Dan Blatter on Jan 23, 2012 10:10:00 AM

HOUSTON, TEXAS – (January 23, 2012) – ServerMonkey, a provider of new and refurbished servers and networking equipment, is now offering replacement LED and LCD panels through its website, www.servermonkey.com.

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Servers 101: 4 Tips For Choosing Your Next Workstation or PC

Posted by Dan Blatter on Jan 17, 2012 11:32:00 AM

On the outside, workstations and PCs look quite similar: tower, monitors, keyboard and mouse. But despite obvious outward appearances, it’s what’s on the inside that makes all the difference. If you’re a casual user who performs basic tasks using standard office applications, chances are you will get by just fine with a standard desktop PC. But if your business calls for more demanding computing performance, a workstation might be the tool you need to get the job done faster and more efficiently. In this article, we’ll take a look at what differentiates the workstation from traditional desktop PCs.

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Servers 101: How to Buy a Server

Posted by Dan Blatter on Dec 14, 2011 1:57:00 PM

In previous posts, we’ve covered topics such as how to determine whether you need a server, how to figure out how much RAM you’ll need, and different server form factors. But today we’re going to take a step back and try to answer a seemingly much simpler, yet overlooked question: how the heck do you go about buying a server, anyway?

Some companies in the server business may answer the question this way: “just find a nice shiny one and click buy!”

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ServerMonkey Earns e-Stewards Enterprise Designation

Posted by Dan Blatter on Nov 11, 2011 10:13:00 AM

ServerMonkey leads the way in responsible e-waste recycling and environmental initiatives

HOUSTON, TEXAS – (November 30, 2011) – ServerMonkey today announced that it has become an "e-Stewards Enterprise."

In doing so, ServerMonkey commits to pursuing the most responsible recycling practices for its electronic waste (e-waste).

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ServerMonkey Announces Sponsorship of 2011 Turkey Trot

Posted by Dan Blatter on Nov 7, 2011 10:16:00 AM

HOUSTON, TEXAS – (November 7, 2011) – ServerMonkey, a Houston-based provider of new and refurbished servers, networking, and IT equipment, is proud to announce that it is a Champion-level sponsor of the 2011 TXU Energy Turkey Trot benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior Services.

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Servers 101: Server Overheating and Prevention Tips

Posted by Dan Blatter on Nov 3, 2011 2:28:00 PM

If you deal with servers and IT matters on a daily basis, you probably know the importance of creating a cool, comfortable environment for those valuable pieces of hardware. Sure, most systems employ cooling fans to tackle the heat, but in many cases, fans alone may not prevent a server meltdown from happening. The folks over at Fans of Cool Fans wrote a great piece about server overheating and the steps that can be taken to avert a data center disaster.

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ServerMonkey Achieves BBB Accreditation, Receives A+ Rating

Posted by Dan Blatter on Nov 2, 2011 11:31:00 AM

HOUSTON, TEXAS – (November 2, 2011) – ServerMonkey, a Houston-based provider of new and refurbished servers, networking, and IT equipment, is proud to announce that it has been accredited by the Better Business Bureau, and has become a BBB Accredited Business with an “A+” rating, the BBB’s highest possible rating.

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ServerMonkey Appoints Layla Wright as New CEO

Memory Cards: Types, Sizes and Speed

Recycling vs. Repurposing: How to properly dispose of old IT Equipment

ServerMonkey Now Offering LED and LCD Screen Panels

Servers 101: 4 Tips For Choosing Your Next Workstation or PC

Servers 101: How to Buy a Server

ServerMonkey Earns e-Stewards Enterprise Designation

ServerMonkey Announces Sponsorship of 2011 Turkey Trot

Servers 101: Server Overheating and Prevention Tips

ServerMonkey Achieves BBB Accreditation, Receives A+ Rating

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