Racksquared Updates and Insights

Fortifying Your Business Against the Rising Ransomware Tide

Helpful Tips to Combat Cyber Insurance Costs

While the cyber insurance market was defined by extreme volatility in previous years, when many companies faced premium hikes of 50% or more, the landscape has fundamentally shifted. As of today in 2026, the market has entered a more mature, competitive phase. Following a period of aggressive rate corrections and a surge in new insurance providers entering the space, the industry has seen premiums stabilize (or even trend downward). But it is important to do your homework before signing your next contract 

IBM Power9 End of Support Official Notice 

As of Satuday, January 31, 2026, IBM Power9 systems has officially reached their End of Support (EOS) milestone. 

At Racksquared, our priority is ensuring your operations remain resilient and secure. Now that IBM has transitioned these systems out of active support, continuing to run mission-critical workloads on Power9 hardware carries increased operational risks that require your immediate attention.

Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Cloud Migration

Cloud migration is no longer a question of if but when. Yet for many businesses, the journey can feel less like a smooth flight and more like a turbulent ride. The promise of agility, scalability, and cost savings is real, but so are the pitfalls that can derail progress. 

5 Reasons You Shouldn't Purchase Extended Support for Your IBM Power9 Server

IBM's Power9 servers have had an impressive run of reliability, robustness, and being built to last. However, as all good things eventually do, Power9 will reach End of Support (EOS) by the end of January.

Looking Ahead to IBM Power11

Now that the Power11 has started making its way into the world, we wanted to share our perspective on Power11 and its poise to deliver significant advancements that will redefine the landscape for enterprise workloads, particularly in the world of AI, hybrid cloud, and business continuity.   

IBM Power9 End of Support

The IBM Power servers have been reliable workhorses for over 30 years for many organizations, providing the computing power needed to run critical workloads. However, as technology advances and new hardware becomes available, older technologies become outdated and have an increased risk of failure and security breaches. 

Migrating from Physical Server to Cloud Server: A Strategic Move 

As technology evolves, many organizations consider migrating their infrastructure to the cloud as a futureproofing strategy. Cloud computing offers numerous benefits, including scalability, flexibility, and reduced maintenance overhead. It is an increasingly attractive option for businesses looking to move beyond their physical Power9 servers as they approach the end of life. To help you decide if moving to the cloud is right for you, we would like to share some guidance on why you might want to move to the cloud.   

Why Colocation with Racksquared Makes Sense

Suppose you're part of a lean IT team. In that case, you're probably juggling far more than you should, including keeping infrastructure running, managing backups, ensuring compliance, all while trying to support the business. At some point, the server hidden in a closet just doesn't cut it anymore.  

IBM Power8 End of Support: What’s Next for Your Business?

IBM Power8 has been a reliable foundation for mission-critical workloads for the last decade. Regardless, as of 2024, the Power8 generation has officially reached its End of Support (EoS), meaning it no longer receives IBM hardware maintenance, firmware updates, or security patches.