Post Date: 10 de February, 2025

The physical protection of a data center should be a priority for organizations. A security breach can result in significant losses, such as theft of confidential information or disruption of essential services. Among the most common physical threats are fires, physical intrusions, and natural disasters. Implementing physical security measures plays a key role in preventing and mitigating these risks. Below, we discuss the main technologies applied to protect the data center against these types of threats.

Fire protection: prevent destruction of critical infrastructure

Fires are one of the most destructive threats to any data center, not only due to the direct damage to equipment but also because of the risk of data loss. Adopting best practices to protect the data center against fires is essential. Early detection is crucial. Smoke, heat, and gas sensors help identify signs of fire before it spreads. The fire detection systems implemented by Maxiglobal combine VESDA early detection technologies with addressable analog systems, which are critical for detecting fire outbreaks at an early stage. Fire suppression is designed based on gas suppression systems (Novec, FM200, and Inert gases).

The ModSecur Micro Datacenter engineered by Maxiglobal is designed with fire-resistant panels, providing an additional layer of protection against fires, which is crucial for the security of data and equipment. Moreover, it is certified with IP65 and IK10 standards, ensuring that the security systems and internal components are dustproof, resistant to water jets, and capable of withstanding mechanical impacts. This combination of features ensures robust protection, making the ModSecur Micro Datacenter a highly effective solution for critical environments where fire resistance and equipment durability are essential to ensure service continuity and data integrity.

Intrusion protection: prevent unauthorized access

Physical security against intrusions is essential to ensure that only authorized people have access to the data center. Security breaches can result in the theft of sensitive data and compromise business trust.

Strict access control: to prevent unauthorized access, data centers implement robust access control systems, such as biometrics (fingerprint, iris or face recognition), proximity cards and key readers. These systems ensure that only authorized employees and visitors can enter the premises.

CCTV cameras and monitoring: the use of security cameras spread throughout the facility allows you to monitor and record any suspicious activity. Some cameras are equipped with artificial intelligence, capable of detecting abnormal behavior, such as the presence of people in restricted areas.

Protection against natural disasters: ensure operational continuity

Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, floods, and storms, pose an increasing threat to data center security. These unpredictable events can cause significant damage to infrastructure and disrupt service continuity.

Strategic location and resilient infrastructure: choosing an appropriate location for the data center is crucial. Many data centers are built in regions that are outside high-risk zones, such as areas prone to flooding or seismic activity. Additionally, the infrastructure must be designed to withstand adverse weather conditions.

Backup power system: During natural events, electricity may be interrupted. To ensure service continuity, data centers must have redundant systems in place. This ensures that IT systems can continue to operate normally until the situation is resolved.