A secure room also known as the Computer Server room or Technology Equipment Centre to accommodate communications racks, servers, data storage devices, interface control panels for communication systems which may include patient entertainment systems, Nurse Call and Fire/EWIS system and voice/ data backbone cabling. The room may include a small workstation area for technicians to access and maintain equipment. Room temperature should be maintained for heat generating equipment. Equipment located in this room will require uninterruptible power.
Special Design Requirements:
- Computer equipment will require protection from power surges and
spikes
- Provision of an uninterruptible power supply is required for electronic
health records servers and centralised storage to prevent data loss
- The room should be sized to accommodate the equipment required
including space for future growth
- The room should be protected from fire, potential water damage, gas
pipes and located away from sources of interference such as vibration,
electromagnetic interference, radio and radar sytems, transformers,
motors, heaters & X-ray equipment
Amendment
19.10.2015 First issue
18.05.2016 Fabric, FE and services modified
30.03.2017 Description & Services updated
04.07.2019 Room name & room code updated
31.05.2023 RDS reviewed
21.02.2024 RLS reviewed
Fabric and outline specifications
ID
Fabric
Material
Finish
Specification
Selection
Remarks
3000
Wall finish
Paint
Acrylic, washable
1219
Door Protection
Composite
Prefinished PVC
Kickplate, 300mm high
4159
Cornice
Aluminium
Powdercoat
Angle flush against wall, in line with ceiling grid