The AWS Outage of October 20, 2025: A Lesson in Embracing Edge Computing for Resilient Data Center Infrastructure
On October 20, 2025, a significant disruption swept through the digital ecosystem when Amazon Web Services (AWS) suffered a major outage, triggered by DNS resolution issues in its US-EAST-1 region. Starting around 3:51 a.m. ET, the outage impacted over 78 services, including EC2, S3, and Lambda, causing widespread downtime for thousands of websites and applications. […]
Empowering the AI Revolution: Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Data Center Pods
The explosive growth of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the global economy, driving unprecedented demand for computational power and data processing capabilities. As of 2025, AI workloads are estimated to consume up to 10% of global electricity, necessitating data centers that can handle extreme densities—often exceeding 1 megawatt (MW) per rack—while maintaining efficiency, scalability, and […]
Introducing the Innovative 1U BPS PowerShelf from OmniOn Power
Introducing the Innovative 1U BPS PowerShelf from OmniOn Power – Powering the Future of 5G We’re excited to bring you the latest innovation from OmniOn Power, a leader in reliable and efficient power solutions for wireless, data centers, and beyond. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce the 1U BPS PowerShelf, a compact powerhouse designed to meet the […]
APC Symmetra LX Has Been Discontinued
APC Symmetra LX Has Been Discontinued: Replace with Smart-UPS Modular Ultra with up to 25% Promotional Discount APC by Schneider Electric discontinued the APC Symmetra LX UPS at the end of 2024. This single-phase, modular and scalable UPS with customizable redundancy was a popular choice for larger, single-phase critical loads. As a replacement for the […]
APC Smart-UPS With Li-Ion Batteries Available From 500VA – 20KW
APC Smart-UPS With Li-Ion Batteries are part of Schneider Electric’s recently expanded and popular Smart-UPS product line that now includes more models with lithium-ion batteries. The ever-reliable Smart-UPS, long the standard for reliable back-up power for just about any critical application, now offers the option of long-lasting and lighter weight lithium-ion batteries extending the useful […]
NetBotz and EcoStruxure from Schneider Electric
NetBotz and EcoStruxure from Schneider Electric- Monitor and Protect your IT Infrastructure with Certainty. Managing data centers and IT spaces is becoming more complex as device counts grow and rack densities increase. Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure IT remote monitoring and management platform paired with NetBotz appliances streamline remote monitoring and management while adding additional layers of […]
This Week’s Blackout in Europe Emphasizes the Criticality of Network Connectivity
On April 28th, 2025, the majority of the Iberian Peninsula experienced an unprecedented blackout. Early rumors of Cyberattacks, Weather Phenomena, and even Atmospheric Disturbances, have all been ruled out by local authorities. The current theory is that an interconnection issue between France and Spain caused a frequency rise that triggered the automatic shutdown of substations […]
Tariff-Related Price Increases Up to 10% Coming May 1st
As we first communicated in February, Power Solutions, LLC and our manufacturer partners have been watching the US tariff policy closely. Our industry is one that heavily relies on global trade as parts, components and finished goods are manufactured all over the world. Particularly impactful for our business are the Executive Orders issued for tariffs […]
US Tariffs Impact Pricing Across Power and Cooling Industry
Power Solutions, LLC, in partnership with our vendors, is closely monitoring the US tariff policy and its impact across our industry. Some manufacturers have already made price adjustments to account for foreign components and finished goods subject to new tariffs. While the US policy is being refined, we expect price fluctuations for any products manufactured […]
APC by Schneider Electric ACRP101 InRow Cooling Units Are End of Service Life
The APC by Schneider Electric Direct Expansion InRow AC unit – ACRP101 was discontinued in 2016 and will be end of service life on March 31, 2026. Not only will factory service plan coverage no longer be available for these units, but spare parts inventory is expected to be mostly depleted by the end of […]
Switchgear Upgrades from Square D by Schneider Electric
Switchgear is designed to protect, control, and isolate electrical equipment, preventing damage and ensuring operational safety. In many facilities, legacy switchgear is still in operation despite technological advancements. Older systems may not meet today’s demands for performance, environmental sustainability, and safety. Modernizing switchgear can solve these issues, offering benefits such as enhanced monitoring, predictive maintenance, and […]
Switchgear Modernization for Improved Power Systems Efficiency and Reliability
Switchgear is a crucial component of electrical distribution systems, ensuring the safe and efficient transfer of electricity in industrial and commercial buildings and critical facilities such as hospitals and data centers. However, as electrical infrastructure ages, the performance of switchgear can degrade, leading to increased operational risks, higher maintenance costs, and reduced reliability. This article […]