A major trend we’re seeing in data centers, network
closets, and even single rack installations is increased management
and monitoring capability. As the world gets increasingly more
mobile, remote access and manageability are becoming critically important.
At the same time, data center managers and IT personnel are feeling
more pressure to minimize operating costs, increase efficiency,
provide complete data security, and maintain 24/7/365
availability. Fortunately, the industry has responded with some
innovative tools.
- Remote Monitoring – Insight
into the health of your data center equipment
- NetBotz Environmental and Security
monitoring – visibility into the entire IT
space
- StruxureWare Data Center Expert – Comprehensive,
vendor neutral management
Remote Monitoring from APC is
included in most Advantage Plans but only a small
percentage of customers take advantage of the peace of mind that
comes from factory personnel monitoring their data center
infrastructure 24/7.
A common reason customers give for not utilizing APC’s Remote
Monitoring Service (RMS) is they are not sure how to complete the
initial set-up.
If your equipment does not meet the requirements for APC’s Remote
Monitoring Service, there are other monitoring options
available. For example, customers with older MGE 3 Phase UPS
equipment can learn how to configure management and monitoring of
their equipment in the article below.
Don’t have APC Equipment?
Customers with Eaton equipment can download and
install Eaton’s Intelligent Power Software Suite at
no charge. IPM enables management and monitoring of Eaton UPS and power distribution
equipment over your network.
Emerson also offers in-house and remote monitoring services for Liebert UPSs and power distribution
equipment. Visit our website to learn about
management and monitoring options available from Liebert.
Visibility into the entire IT Space
Proper management of your data center or network
closet goes beyond remote monitoring for your data center
infrastructure equipment. With NetBotz security and environmental
monitoring, you can track environmental conditions in the data center
and monitor access to your racks, servers, and other equipment.
This scalable solution is highly configurable allowing you to
purchase only what you need without a lot of extras. Visit our website for more information
about NetBotz.
Data center managers are finding increasing value in Data Center Infrastructure
Management (DCIM) solutions where they can not only monitor the data
center, but manage their equipment remotely. StruxureWare Data Center Expert from
Schneider Electric offers traditional management and monitoring but
also includes comprehensive reporting so you can track energy use,
plan for equipment replacement, optimize your rack space, and
more. View more details about StruxureWare in the article below.
