The central information technology infrastructure, including servers, switches, and storage, can be housed in a room designated as the server room. The EDP and IT systems and systems constitute the core of the corporation's information technology. The server room is home to a wealth of important data, software, and hardware. An unsecured server room presents a very high risk for information technology and communication technology, such as information technology (IT) systems, electronic data processing (EDP) systems, and data. These risks include the dangers of attacks and weak points. It is necessary to take organizational and infrastructural considerations into account when selecting and designing a server room. If the server room is going to be set up within the rooms of the company building, then it needs to be in its own separate fire protection area. When selecting the location for the server room, it is important to evaluate and take into account any potential risks posed by the surrounding environment. Avoid going into areas that are known to be particularly hazardous. Rooms on the ground floor are more susceptible to break-ins, sabotage, vandalism, and acts of God, while rooms in the basement are more likely to be damaged by water.

A source of powerWhen it comes to the power supply, it only makes sense for the server room to have its very own dedicated circuit, which is kept entirely separate from any other systems. It is recommended to use socket strips that have voltage filters. In the event that there is a disruption in the supply of electricity, an uninterruptible power supply, or UPS, will guarantee that the systems will be powered down in a controlled manner. Because of their dependability and high availability, emergency power generators are a good investment to make if a prolonged loss of electricity would be intolerable. This guarantees that the systems will continue to function normally in the event of an emergency.

Server rooms typically benefit greatly from having a raised floor. It is possible to conceal supply lines and cables within the cavity of the raised floor, which results in an increase in the level of safety that is present. The raised floor pedestals allows for the circulation of cold air, which helps to keep the active components cool.

A shield against the heat, the flames, and the fireThe data storage area requires safety measures to ward off heat and flames. In the server room, there is an immediate need for a hand-held fire extinguisher that is rated for fire class B and contains CO2, carbon dioxide, argon, and nitrogen. The majority of fires are caused by relatively small sources of ignition. Only hand-held fire extinguishers that are rated for the appropriate fire class (DIN EN 3 portable fire extinguishers), that are available in sufficient numbers and sizes, can be used for immediate firefighting. Regular inspection and maintenance are necessities for ensuring that fire extinguishers will be effective in the event of a crisis. If a server room's natural air and heat exchange is not enough to maintain a comfortable temperature, an additional air conditioning system will need to be installed. Smoke detectors are a vast improvement over the alternative, but even so, they are not enough. It is preferable to have fire alarm systems that can detect fires in the server room and other parts of the information technology infrastructure at an early stage. Systems that extinguish fires automatically can help businesses avoid incurring high costs associated with the purchase of new information technology systems.

It is imperative that the server room not be used as a repository for combustible materials (such as paper, cardboard, or other forms of packaging material), as these constitute a potential risk.

- Defense against the elements of waterProtecting electronic hardware and devices, as well as information technology systems and IT systems such as servers and switches, from water is also necessary

- There should be no possibility of water or rain entering the server room through any of the windows, and there should be no water lines running through the server room

- Water should never be used for any part of the cleaning process under any circumstances

Security measures to prevent breaking and enteringIt is imperative that the server room be kept locked at all times to prevent unauthorized individuals from entering. It is important to protect your home from break-ins by securing your doors and windows, for instance with resistance class RC2 in accordance with DIN EN 1627: 2011-09. Doors, windows, curtain walls, lattice elements, and closings—burglar resistance—requirements and classification or higher quality, and they must also be able to withstand burglary methods that take more time.

Video surveillanceVideo surveillance equipped with recording that complies with data protection standards can be installed in the entrance area to prevent damage.