US Data Centers Can't Avoid Chinese Equipment Suppliers

US data center operators including Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Oracle rely on Chinese makers of batteries, cooling systems and optical transceivers. Chinese suppliers hold an edge with shorter lead times amid shortages, despite growing opposition from the Trump administration and US senators.

• Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Oracle depend on Chinese data center gear
• Equipment includes batteries, cooling systems and optical transceivers
• Chinese suppliers win on shorter lead times amid supply shortages
• Opposition from the Trump administration and senators hasn't changed it