Should I use the numeric ID or the full path?

Both are accepted by Google. However, using the numeric ID 331 is generally preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to errors.

Can I use product_type instead of google_product_category?

No, product_type is a free-form attribute for your internal classification. It does not replace the requirement for the official Google taxonomy category.

Is it mandatory to map products to this category?

It is optional. If you omit it, Google will attempt to assign a category automatically, though manual mapping is safer to ensure accuracy for enterprise hardware.

Google product category

Computer Servers

Category ID331

Full path for the feedElectronics > Computers > Computer Servers

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

HP BladeSystem BC2000 Server System
HP ProLiant DL380 G3 Rack Server
DELL R430 Rack Server
Enterprise Dual Xeon Tower Server
Dell PowerEdge T340 Tower Server
Lenovo ThinkSystem SR655 Rack Server
Storage Server Network Attached Storage Server
Lenovo ThinkSystem ST50 Tower Server
Gigabyte G293-S41 HPC/AI Server
ASRock Rack Server
Supermicro SuperServer
HP ProLiant Micro Server
Lenovo ThinkSystem SE350 Edge Server
Ryzen Powered NAS Server

Understanding the Computer Servers Category

The Computer Servers category, identified by ID 331, covers professional-grade computing hardware designed for network operations and data processing. It resides within the Electronics > Computers hierarchy, providing a specific destination for enterprise and rack-mount hardware.

What Belongs in Category 331

This category is intended for high-performance computing units that manage network resources or enterprise tasks. Based on examples from the US market, this includes:

Rack-mount and tower servers designed for heavy computation.
Dedicated storage servers and network-attached storage units intended for enterprise use.
Edge servers and high-performance computing systems for AI or specialized workloads.
Micro servers or modular blade systems for business environments.

What Does Not Belong Here

Do not map products here that belong to sibling categories within the Computers taxonomy. Specifically, exclude the following types of hardware:

Desktop Computers or workstations intended for individual end-user tasks.
Laptops, tablet computers, or handheld devices meant for personal mobility.
Thin and zero clients or interactive kiosks.
Barebone computer kits that do not constitute a complete server solution.
Smart glasses or touch table computers, which are distinct hardware categories.

Always verify if your item functions primarily as a standard desktop or a personal mobile device before assigning ID 331.

Feed Implementation

To implement this in your feed, use the attribute google_product_category with either the numeric value 331 or the full path: Electronics > Computers > Computer Servers. This attribute remains optional, but utilizing it prevents Google from miscategorizing your products, ensuring accurate attribute expectations.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the numeric ID or the full path?: Both are accepted by Google. However, using the numeric ID 331 is generally preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to errors.
Can I use product_type instead of google_product_category?: No, product_type is a free-form attribute for your internal classification. It does not replace the requirement for the official Google taxonomy category.
Is it mandatory to map products to this category?: It is optional. If you omit it, Google will attempt to assign a category automatically, though manual mapping is safer to ensure accuracy for enterprise hardware.

This category in other languages

ru: Электроника > Компьютеры > Серверы
uk: Електроніка > Комп'ютери > Сервери