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VIDEO: Hands-On Review of the Dell PowerEdge R900

Posted by The Monkey on Jun 12, 2012 2:36:00 PM

One of the most powerful Intel® servers from Dell, the PowerEdge R900 is an enterprise 4U rack server designed to succeed in the most demanding virtual environments. Housed in a four-socket server, the Dell PowerEdge R900 also delivers easy accessibility in infrastructures with factory-integrated hypervisors that may simplify virtualization.

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ServerMonkey Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

Posted by The Monkey on May 15, 2012 10:05:00 AM

High-quality refurbished equipment, innovative recycling programs contribute to e-commerce company’s first-year success

HOUSTON, TEXAS – (May 15, 2012) – ServerMonkey, a leading provider of new and refurbished servers and networking and IT equipment, is today celebrating the one-year anniversary of its launch in May 2011. In the year since it opened its virtual doors for business, ServerMonkey has provided high-quality equipment to thousands of IT professionals and computer hobbyists throughout North America.

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VIDEO: Inside a Dell PowerEdge 1950

Posted by The Monkey on May 7, 2012 11:26:00 AM

One of the most popular servers we offer is the Dell PowerEdge 1950. A reliable server built with performance in mind, this Dell server is an ideal addition to data centers of small and large businesses alike. Delivering Quad Core Intel® Xeon processing power combined with a slimline chassis, the Dell PowerEdge 1950 provides spectacular performance without consuming valuable data center space.

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Servers 101: Refurbished vs. Remanufactured vs. Used

Posted by The Monkey on Mar 16, 2012 4:37:00 PM

If you’ve been shopping online for IT equipment, there’s a good chance you have come across terms such as “refurbished”, “remanufactured” and “used”. Though these terms all essentially mean “not new”, their true definitions are quite different. Let’s take a look at the differences between these definitions to help as you navigate your way around the IT equipment jungle.

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5 Things to Watch for When Buying Refurbished IT Gear

Posted by The Monkey on Feb 21, 2012 10:00:00 AM

Buying refurbished IT equipment is a great way to save money, help the environment, and add high-quality gear to any data center. Luckily for you, there are a number of ways to go about finding great deals on refurbished IT equipment online. However, like in any industry, there are folks who employ questionable business practices and operate without regard for ethics, quality or the customer’s best interest. So to help as you look for the newest addition to your data center, here are five things to watch for when purchasing refurbished IT equipment.

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Servers 101: Tower vs. Blade vs. Rack – What’s the Difference?

Posted by The Monkey on Feb 4, 2012 10:00:00 AM

Towers, blades and racks – each type of server essentially performs the same function, but how do you know which type will be best for your business? If you’re a seasoned IT professional, chances are you’ve already taken a stance on the topic; whether it be out of preference or necessity. But if you’re new to the server game, or are considering an overhaul of your data center, you may have questions about which type may best fit your needs and budget.

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ServerMonkey’s Green Commitment

Posted by The Monkey on Jan 31, 2012 11:23:00 AM

You may have noticed that we here at ServerMonkey are pretty keen on operating with the environment in mind. To us, “green practices” represent much more than a simple catchphrase or buzzword – sustainable technology and business practices are ingrained in our culture, and it’s our goal to redefine what it means to be a green company.

ServerMonkey Supports Houston Children Through Tech Donation

Posted by The Monkey on Aug 29, 2011 11:41:00 AM

HOUSTON, TEXAS – (August 29, 2011) – ServerMonkey, a provider of new and refurbished servers and networking equipment, announced that it has partnered with Houston-based Comp-U-Dopt to provide computer monitors and equipment to children and students in need in the Houston area.

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Servers 101: HDD Interface Comparison – SCSI vs. SAS vs. SATA

Posted by The Monkey on Aug 22, 2011 12:22:00 PM

Hard drive terminology can be confusing for the uninitiated. SCSI, SAS, SATA ... it can take months or even years to fully understand what these seemingly random jumbles of letters actually mean.
Well, we here at ServerMonkey would like to shorten the learning curve with this quick overview of the difference between the various enterprise drive interfaces. If you’re looking for an in-depth discussion on technical specs, this isn’t the place – just call us up anytime and we’ll be happy to nerd out on bus speed, hot-plug capability and robust tagged command queuing. In the meantime, here’s a quick and dirty overview of the three most popular HDD interfaces to get you started.

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Servers 101: Does a Server Make Sense for Your Business?

Posted by The Monkey on Aug 8, 2011 12:19:00 PM

For many small businesses, establishing a reliable IT infrastructure can sometimes be put on the back burner to make time for the more pressing issues involved with developing a successful business operation. But as your business and bottom line increases, it’s time to start thinking about data management solutions.

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