Shouting in the Datacenter (2008) [video] (youtube.com)

Article summary

The article is not available, but the discussion revolves around a video from 2008 showing a person shouting in a datacenter, which allegedly affects the performance of spinning disks. The video features Brendan Gregg and was taken by Bryan Cantrill. The discussion focuses on the video's authenticity and the potential effects of noise and vibration on disk performance. Some commenters share their own experiences with datacenter mishaps and the challenges of working with older hardware.

Main themes

• datacenter hardware
• spinning disks
• noise and vibration
• fire suppression systems
• older hardware challenges
• humor and demonstration
• technical complexities
• datacenter operations

What commenters say

• Shouting in a datacenter can potentially affect the performance of spinning disks due to the noise and vibration caused.
• The video is likely an April Fools' joke, but it sparked interesting discussions about datacenter hardware and performance.
• Noise, rather than pressure, may be the primary cause of hard drive failure in certain scenarios, such as fire suppression system discharge.
• The challenges of working with older hardware, such as spinning disks, are significant, and modern SSDs may be more resilient to noise and vibration.
• Some people have experienced success in reviving old drives by applying physical shocks or vibrations, potentially due to the effects on the motor or grease.
• The video's authenticity is questionable, but it has become a classic example of a humorous and thought-provoking demonstration.
• The effects of noise and vibration on hard drive performance are complex and multifaceted, and may depend on various factors, including the type of gas used in fire suppression systems.
• The discussion around the video highlights the importance of understanding the physical and technical aspects of datacenter hardware and operations.