Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio

The Cleveland State University Data Center is located on the 10th floor of a 20 story administration high-rise consisting of offices and some classrooms. The project consists of the installation of new utility sources and a Multi Module UPS sized for at least 10 years of growth.

The existing conditions document the major concerns of no back-up generator and many stand alone UPS units. Our recommendations were to install a 3-module system with a N+1 design, allow provisions for future on-site generator and run new wiring overhead. Other issues addressed were the need for proper EPO and maintenance options.

The improvements to area included the asbestos abatement directly overhead of the computers, as well as, all new lighting and FPE panelboard replacements. The electrical design includes the replacement of 7 small APC units, a non-UPS powered PDU and the heavily loaded 50 KVA UPS.