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Following up on a thread from a while back... For some time there has been discussion of building a new data center that would provide needed computer room space. Work on a conceptual proposal has been ongoing for about a year. That proposal is close to the point where it can go to the Board for approval to begin planning. A new data center would also address other space needs. The cost could run into the low tens of millions of dollars, so the proposal will require careful consideration before funding and implementation. One of the key drivers for the proposal is the need for remote backup or offsite backup storage. /rich On 12/14/06, Bosman, Don <[log in to unmask]> wrote: > This issue of off site backup storage and begs a follow up to the original question. > > Why are individuals still talking about disaster recovery data storage sites? > > Why don't all the IT groups on campus get together and request funds for a secure off site storage or server option? Why should this be the problem of individual departments? All that is needed is a alarmed and monitored secure hole in the ground with lockable wire mesh cages for each IT group. > > Any new building project on campus could incorporate a data vault. New buildings are being proposed. How do we get to the planners to add a simple underground vault to the side of a new buildings foundation? A bank vault isn't complicated. > > > Thanks for lending an ear, so to speak. > > Don Bosman > Information Technologist > Libraries, Michigan State University > 100 Library > East Lansing, MI 48824-1048 > [log in to unmask] > (517) 432-6123 ext 233 > Fax (517) 432-8374 >