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What Is Data Center U Space? Key Considerations for Choosing the Right Cabinets and PDUs

May 20, 2025

Sometimes we get so used to abbreviations and acronyms that we forget what they even stand for. So, let’s dive a little deeper into U, the unit of measurement that guides data center personnel in calculating how many devices fit in a rack. 


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