KVM Switches and Related Technology

Adder Point to Multipoint Digital Signage Distribution System

2011-11-16T16:28:00.001-07:00

Adder, a leader in KVM extender products, has recently released the LPV150 digital signage extender system. This attractively priced, point-to-multipoint video extender is capable of delivering full HD 1080p video over distances of 150 meters (500 feet) via CAT5 cable. Simply connect the ALPV154T four port video extender transmitter to your computer system's VGA and USB ports, then plug an ALPV150R single point video extension receiver into your display. The two units are connected by a length (up to 500 feet) of CATx cable. That's it. This simple plug and play video extension system has you delivering your targeted digital message in no time flat.

For single runs, consider the Adder ALPV150P digital signage extender, an elegant introduction to professional grade digital signage hardware for under $250.

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Server Rack Accessories

2011-09-21T09:48:00.000-06:00

Server racks are an essential part of any data center or server room. This most basic piece of data center infrastructure can be customized by a myriad of different server rack accessories. From enclosure fans and server rack shelves to rackmount PDUs and rackmount monitors with integrated KVM, finding the right accessory for your server rack can be a difficult task.

Server Rack Fans

Many rack manufacturers have accessories that are specific to their particular racks, while others manufacture a broad range of universal accessories for any EIA-310-D server rack.

To speak to a server rack accessory expert, call 1-866-722-5776 today or visit Server Racks Online for all your server rack needs.

Digital Signage Solutions

2011-06-15T10:40:00.003-06:00

Digital Signage Solution from
Minicom Digital Signage

Digital Signage is becoming an ever popular solution to providing appealing, dynamic messaging to customers. In retail applications, digital signage provides compelling, site-appropriate content directly to customers who are already looking to buy. Digital signage also excels at brand building by providing an engaging platform to launch new products and increase brand recognition.

A digital signage system augments your marketing plan by providing a willing audience the branding and promotional messages you want to deliver in a engaging, dynamic way.

KVM Switches Online is proud to offer a wide range of digital signage hardware solutions for you digital messaging needs.

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Portable Server Room Cooling

2011-06-06T12:39:00.000-06:00

Server Racks Online, your server cabinet superstore is now selling OceanAire portable cooling units online.

OceanAire offers a wide variety of air cooled and water cooled units for spot cooling of server rooms, data centers and computer closets, like this unit:

OceanAire AirBoss Portable Air conditioner PAC1211

Rotary or scroll compressor
Washable air filters
5-gallon condensation tank with auto shutoff
Auto restart after power loss
5 year warranty

Server Racks Online offers a full compliment of server rack/server room cooling equipment at low web prices. Find the perfect server room cooling solution today!

Data Center Design Services

2011-04-15T10:57:00.000-06:00

42U Data Center Design Services

The Data Center Consultants at 42U understand the challenges faced by today's data center managers. With energy prices soaring, increasing densities, user demand rising, and stricter uptime requirements; server rooms are facing power and cooling issues of monumental perportions.

Does that mean a new data center is needed to meet the challenge? Not at all. The data center engineering experts at 42U can help you redesign your server room to meet these challenges. 42U's data center design solutions are tailored to your specific needs and designed to significantly reduce your energy costs and footprint while improving your power, cooling, and space capacity.

Visit 42U.com to learn more.

Rackmount LCD Drawer

2011-04-01T12:44:00.001-06:00

Heavy Duty Rackmount
LCD Drawer by Raloy

Saving rack space is an important consideration for today's data center professionals. That's where Raloy's Heavy-Duty Rackmount LCD Drawer comes in. This space saving Rack Console is built with heavy-duty steel for demanding industrial applications. Its modular design allows for a verity of keyboard layouts and optional KVM switch to save even more space. When in use the this LCD drawer easily slides out to give access to the monitor, keyboard and three button touchpad. When finished, the drawer can be slid back into place occupying only 1U of rack space.

The Raloy RA-17 comes with a ultra bright 17.1" Samsung active matrix LCD display, is compatible with PS/2 and USB interfaces, and offers universal OS support.

You can purchase the Raloy RA17 Rackmount LCD Drawer online at KVM Switches Online where you will find the right solution for all you Rackmount Monitor needs.
http://www.kvm-switches-online.com/raloy-rackmount-monitors.html

Server Room Cooling

2011-02-21T12:12:00.001-07:00

As with enterprise data centers, today's smaller server room environments are dealing with higher and higher server rack densities. At one time building HVAC systems were sufficient to handle the cooling needs of these smaller computer rooms. Not anymore. Server room cooling has become a much higher priority for today's IT professionals.

The question is, how much cooling is needed? Simple cooling calculators don't tell the full story. Each server room is unique and requires a different approach. Portable cooling units may work in some server rooms, while others may be too space restricted. In some cases an engineered computer room cooling system may be a more efficient, economical choices in the long run; while precision, in-rack cooling may be the best option in others.

What's for sure is that open doors with box fans pushing office air isn't going to cut it anymore.

The data center cooling experts at 42U can help you discover the best cooling solution for your data center, server room, or computer closet. Schedule your Server Room Power & Cooling Evaluation today to learn how you can jump start efficiency and capacity gains in your server room.

The Remote Power Switch

2011-01-27T10:39:00.000-07:00

In today's home office and remote branch office sites, remote power control is becoming more and more popular. Products like the DataProbe iBoot offer the ability to remotely control power over the internet to one or more outlets. With secure password protected access, IT professionals can preform a remote reboot of hung systems, control power on-off cycles, and in some cases employ automatic reboot functionality to restart systems in the event of a power failure.

Besides being great for home offices, remote power switches are finding a valued place controlling the power to vending machines, ATM systems, information kiosks, digital signage systems, and even remotely controlling power for security and alarm systems. The remote power switch is an excellent way to reduce down time, outages, and losses from unexpected power failures and ensure remote IT equipment is available for customer use.

Data Center Consulting by 42U

2011-01-10T11:54:00.002-07:00

Find hidden savings in your
data center.

Are you having cooling, power, or capacity issues in your data center? Looking to develop a new data center, but are unsure if the space is ideal? Wish to decrease operating costs through efficiency best practices? 42U, the data center efficiency experts, can help.

Whether you are designing a new space, retrofitting an existing server room, or just need to find extra capacity; 42U's expert staff will help you create the most cost effective solution to your data center needs.

The 42U advantage includes:

40 + combined years of data center design, engineering, management, and facilities experience
Unique understanding of small space / tenant constraints
Superior knowledge of power & cooling topologies gained over 16 years of industry excellence
Data center experience all the way down to the chip level leads to holistic efficiency solutions
Certified Professional Engineer (PE) on staff
Senior Project Manager is Project Management Professional (PMP) certified

Some of 42U's most popular data center consulting services include:
Data Center Power & Cooling Health Check - Basic data center efficiency / best practice consultation

Data Center Condition & Capacity Assessment - Comprehensive data center optimization assessment

KVM-Switches-Online.com Releases New KVM Product Selctor

2010-12-02T13:46:00.002-07:00

With so many KVM choices, it sometimes helps to narrow your selections. Now, selecting your KVM from all the different KVM vendors has become a lot easier with:

KVM Switches Online's new KVM Wizard and Rackmount Monitor Product Selector!

Don't forget, if you need more detailed information on KVM over IP products visit www.42u.com.

5 Steps to a Greener Data Center

2010-11-29T13:27:00.002-07:00

42U recently released an article on five steps to a more efficient data center. While new super efficient green data centers grab all the headlines, older data centers and server rooms can benefit from efficiency gains too by paying attention to a couple of critical areas.

Data Center Infrastructure - inspect and replace legacy data center equipment
Data Center Air Flow - use air flow best practices
Data Center Temperature - overcooling can be a huge drain on resources
Planning - examine current and future load needs and cycle equipment accordingly
PUE / DCiE - set goals and measure success

For more details read: Five Steps To a Greener Data Center

Top KVM over IP Considerations

2010-11-02T09:23:00.003-06:00

Digital KVM over IP products, or IP KVM switches, allow secure remote access and control of network devices including servers that eliminate distance limitations. These non-intrusive hardware-based solutions allow both in-band and out-of-band access to all servers connected to the KVM over IP switch. With advanced security across all operating systems, remote access via WAN/LAN includes pre-boot functions such as editing CMOS settings and power cycling your servers.

Top Considerations When Evaluating KVM over IP Switches

When deciding which KVM over IP solution is right for any data center application, carefully consider the following:

What expansion options, for both users and servers, does this KVM switch offer?
Are there any cable length limitations?
How much additional cabling will be required?
Does the KVM switch require coax cable, single or dual CAT5, or fiber optic? Some KVM over IP solutions offer more than one cabling option. Cable type is an important feature when considering cost and ease of installation.
Does the KVM switch offer multi-platform support? For non-PC environments, does the KVM perform keyboard mapping or allow native keyboard support?
Does the KVM over IP device offer enough security for a particular installation?
Does the KVM offer any sort of redundancy to protect against failure? How would a failure of any of the KVM switches components affect the servers and user's ability to control them?
How is KVM extension handled?
Does the KVM offer both IP and in-band options?
What are the KVM switch's power cycling options?
Are there specific space constraints in the current data center environment?

To compare different KVM over IP solutions from the leading vendors please visit 42U, your leading data center solutions provider. You might also be interested in KVM Switches Online's interactive KVM Comparison Tool.

Server Room Monitoring - Not Just for the Big Boys

2010-11-01T15:19:00.001-06:00

Even small server rooms can benefit from environmental monitoring devices. Proper server room monitoring can provide warning of impending disaster that threatens availability and up-time. Temperature sensors can alert IT professionals of over-heating situations, humidity sensors can alert to overly dry/moist conditions, fluid detection sensors can alert to flooding conditions, and intrusion/security sensors can help protect data and valuable IT investments from theft.

Temperature Monitoring
Probably the most widely monitored metric, proper operating temperature plays a crucial role in server availability and up-time. When a cooling failure happens, it does not take long for temperatures to rise and mission-critical equipment to fail. With real-time monitoring, IT professionals can be instantly alerted via e-mail, audible alarm, or other advanced alarm notification system to take immediate action.

Humidity Monitoring
While temperature is closely watched, humidity is often over looked in the server room. Of concern to IT managers are dry conditions that can lead to a build up of static electricity, as well as overly humid conditions that can lead to condensation buildup. To combat electrostatic discharge, cooling systems often add moisture to the conditioned air. Add too much water vapor, though, and IT equipment will collect condensation that may lead to rust and electrical shorts. Real-time monitoring can provide IT professionals and facility managers the information to get the balance right.

Fluid Detection
Little needs to be said about the dangers that fluids pose to IT equipment, yet many small server rooms ignore this ever present danger. Safe from flooding on the third floor? Not from the burst pipe on the fourth. Properly placed fluid detection systems can provide advanced warning of liquid infiltration, allowing ample time for mission-critical systems to be protected.

Security/Intrusion Monitoring
Physical security is paramount to any serious data security program. Beyond external building security, server rack intrusion detection and server floor monitoring offer another level of security that is just as important as firewalls and virus protection. If an intruder can physically access the servers, no data is safe. Intrusion detection systems and camera monitoring solutions can provide another deterrent to data and equipment theft.

Server Room Monitoring Available for All Budgets
Stand-alone sensors need not require huge initial investments and can actually reduce IT expense in the long run when the replacement cost for expensive server room equipment is taken into account. Moreover, many of today's state of the art server room monitoring systems do not need additional computer hardware or software systems and can often be integrated into existing building management and network monitoring systems.

SynapSense Active Control Data Center Cooling Software

2010-10-13T09:26:00.004-06:00

Data center monitoring is an integral part of managing any server room. Beyond monitoring though, efficient use of cooling resources is critical to reducing data center operating costs and effectively managing IT capacity changes. To help data center professionals with this critical task, SynapSense has recently released a new software package which, when combined with SynapSense wireless sensors, affords IT managers the fine grain control over cooling resources that today's energy efficient data centers demand.

SynapSense's new Active Control automated data center cooling software monitors server room cooling needs by tracking server inlet temperature and sub-floor pressure differentials via the wireless sensors. Using this data, Active Control dynamically adjusts CRAH (Computer Room Air Handler) temperature set points and fan speeds to meet changing IT demand loads. This dynamic approach to controlling data center cooling can dramatically reduce server room energy costs up to 30%.

SynapSense Active Control Server Room Cooling Software Dashboard

You don't leave all of your lights on every day, why cool data centers to meet 100% capacity 100% of the time. Take control of your data center cooling today and realize immediate energy savings and increased efficiency. Learn more about SynapSense Active Control from 42U, your data center engineering professionals.

Leak Detection Cable by RLE Technologies

2010-09-21T15:43:00.009-06:00

RLE's SeaHawk sensing cable has been installed in over 10,000 locations across the globe using over five million feet of the patented fluid leak detection cable. Data centers, health care facilities, universities, and clean rooms take advantage of the sophisticated leak detection technologies to protect mission-critical infrastructure from water leaks and other conductive fluids such as alcohol and glycol.

The ultra durable sensing cable is easy to clean, fast drying, and resists damage from most contaminants. The cable’s abrasion-resistant polymer core increases its strength and durability while the use of non-conductive polymers help eliminate false alarms.

When connected to a SeaHawk single- or multi-zone controller, the sensing cable detects the presence of water in each zone and indicates which zone is in alarm. When connected to a SeaHawk distance read controller, the sensing cable can pinpoint the actual location of the leak along the cable route saving critical time in locating the source of the leak.

Sensing cable is available in standard and custom lengths. Each end of the cable contains mating connectors to make installation and expansion of existing leak detection systems quick and easy. RLE’s sensing cable offers a reliable leak detection solution that mitigates potential water damage, costly business outages, and downtime.

Proven leak detection and data center monitoring solutions by RLE Technologies now at 42U.

New DVI Switches from SmartAVI

2010-08-03T08:01:00.002-06:00

Now available on KVM Switches Online! SmartAVI has released two new 16-Port switches, the DV-SW16 and the DVN-16P. Both are capable of switching high-resolution DVI-D video output from 16 computers located up to 30 feet away from a central console.

The SmartAVI DV-SW16 is a cross-platform DVI-D switch capable of sharing one DVI-D Monitor between sixteen computers, PC or Mac. The DVN-16P has the added bonus of stereo audio and fully transparent USB 2.0.

Have you already purchased these switches? Let us know your thoughts!

42U Participating in Apple Going Green for Business Event

2010-04-21T10:34:00.002-06:00

42U, a leader in providing data center efficiency solutions has been invited to share some of their Green Business Initiatives that involve Apple products they have used. If you’re in the neighborhood, please drop by. Reservations are strongly encouraged if you’re coming to this event.

What: Going Green for Business
When: Wednesday, Apr 21, 2010 at 6:00PM
Where: Apple Store, Twenty Ninth Street, Boulder, CO

Event Details:
In this workshop, meet local business owners and consultants who use Apple products to "green" their businesses. Drop by to network with fellow environmentally-conscious business people, learn about Apple and the environment, and find out how to integrate new green technology into your business.

Event details and to reserve your spot, visit: http://www.apple.com/retail/twentyninthstreet/ (find: Going Green for Business)

42U Achieves Avocent's Top 10 Million Dollar Club Honoree Award

2010-02-12T09:07:00.001-07:00

Broomfield, CO - February 11, 2010: Avocent Corporation, a division of Emerson Network Power, announced that 42U, the nation's leading provider of Data Center Efficiency Solutions, made Avocent’s Top 10 Million Dollar Club Honoree. This award was presented only to select top 10 partners of Avocent who achieved sales volume exceeding $1 million in 2009 and whose main business supports Avocent’s IT infrastructure access and management solutions.

Click here to read the entire press release.

42U Helps Raise Funds for Haiti Earthquake Relief

2010-01-20T12:09:00.001-07:00

42U, the nation's leading provider of Data Center Efficiency Solutions, fervently joined in efforts to raise funds for Haiti, which had been struck by a massive earthquake causing tremendous damage in and around Port-au-Prince, Haiti's capital.

Soon after news arrived about the earthquake disaster, 42U's employees began fundraising efforts and helped spread the word on all donation avenues available. 42U, known for its leadership role in driving data center power efficiencies, will double the total amount raised by employees, dollar for dollar. 42U will be donating funds raised to the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund where 100% of funds go directly to Haiti.

"We just heard the unfortunate news about the 6.1 magnitude aftershock that hit Haiti this morning. There is no time to lose in doing all we can to help." said Tricia Ang, Marketing Director at 42U. "Let's do what we can, help spread the word and may our efforts ensure that the much needed emergency aid arrives to Haiti as soon as possible."

To read the entire press release visit 42U

Real-Time Efficiency Measurements Webinar

2009-12-22T10:28:00.001-07:00

42U is hosting a webinar on Real-Time Efficiency Measurements. Topics will include:

24x7 Environmental & Power Monitoring
Cooling Capacity & Efficiency Analysis
Real-time temperature, humidity, pressure, and dew point imaging
Historical Trending Analysis
Interactive monitoring dashboard

This webinar will also feature a live demo of real-time visibility, monitoring, alerts, and environmental metrics.

Register for this data center efficiency webinar webinar today!

42U Webinar: Energy Efficiency Best Practices

2008-11-06T08:06:00.001-07:00

Electricity expense has become an increasingly important factor of the total cost of ownership (TCO) for data centers. Energy consumption of typical data centers can be substantially reduced through design of the physical infrastructure and IT architecture.

Electrical power usage is not currently a typical design criterion for data centers. Historically, it has also been difficult to effectively manage as an expense. This is an interesting fact when you consider that the electrical power costs over the life of a data center can exceed the costs of the electrical power system as well as the IT equipment itself.

This webinar will be on Wednesday, December 3rd @ 11MST

Click here to register!

42U Webinar: Energy Efficient Cooling Solutions for the Data Center

2008-07-28T07:31:00.001-06:00

Accenture recently reported on an event hosted by Sun Microsystems assessing four energy-efficient modular, scalable server rack cooling systems for data centers. During this “Chill-Off”, the four solutions were evaluated under a range of conditions reflecting different inlet air temperatures and server loads, and for the appropriate systems, elevated chilled water temperatures. The rack density measured for this study capped off at a 10kW.

Now for: ‘...the rest of the story’

Join 42U on Friday, August 8th for a discussion of server rack cooling solutions for higher density, 10kW+ load, applications.

Register Today!

Energy Efficiency Leadership for Data Centers & IT

2008-07-22T15:16:00.001-06:00

Data center efficiency is a hot topic! With data center build outs, retro-fits, re-commissioning, expansions and server consolidation reaching a feverish pace, so have the challenges in keeping up with compliance, green initiatives – all while attempting to lower costs, increase scalability and keeping IT operations and Business always on/Uptime.

PG&E has fostered a consortium of electric companies throughout the country who could have financial incentives available for your company’s move towards Data Center Efficiency. Following the webinar, 42U has the resources and expertise to guide you through the steps towards earning incentives and becoming efficient in your Data Center environment.

Join 42U on Friday, July 25th as Mark Bramfitt, Principle Program Manager for PG&E, discusses how PG&E is helping their customers save money by being energy efficient.

Translating an equation into energy savings and future ROI. Experts agree that, for now, Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) is the most accurate way to measure the energy efficiency of a data center. Bramfitt said he needs something like PUE to help determine which data center products and improvements are truly energy efficient and then provide financial incentives for companies that adopt them. "Manufacturers just can't stick up their hand and say 'This is an energy-efficient product,' he said. "I need to know how efficient it is."

Discussion Points

* What is driving the emphasis on energy efficiency in the Information Technology/Data Center sector
* Likely technology and market adoption trends
* What strategies should we be taking to move towards "Green IT"
* Getting there: a leadership challenge

Register for this data center webinar today!

More efficiency solutions for data center can be found here:
www.zingcomputers-us.com/42U-Data-Center-Engineering/w34929

42U Webinar: Avocents Exciting Updates

2008-06-27T15:13:00.001-06:00

Avocent Discusses Exciting Launch: DSView® 3 Upgrades to 3.6 & Innovative Power Manager Plug In

Date: Friday, July 11th
Time: 11AM MDT (1PM EDT)

Register Today!

Managing your data center has just become easier! The new DSView® 3 includes benefits ranging from labor-saving features such as consolidated access of physical and virtual servers, integrated virtual machine and power management support, and myriad out-of-band hardware support options…all in ONE tool.

Join 42U on Friday, July 11th as Dan Skrove, Senior System Engineer for Avocent, reviews the new features and benefits of the DSView® 3 management software and Power Manager Plug In.

Benefits of the DSView® 3 Power Manager Plug In:
- Measure overall IT energy consumption
- Understand available power capacity
- Measure IT energy cost

Benefits of the NEW DSView® 3 software version 3.6:
- Simplified set-up and configuration
- Integrated VMware environment support
- Increased device access and management options
- Enhanced power management with NEW Power Manager software
- Increased third-party KVM switch support
- Unlimited User Licenses
- Lowered virtual server support costs

This webinar will be beneficial for current DSView® 3 users as well as those who may be new to DSView® 3.

Register Today!

42U Earns Avocent Data Center Solutions Accreditation

2008-03-07T11:54:00.000-07:00

Broomfield, CO - March 7, 2008 -- 42U today announced it is among the first wave of graduates from Avocent's initial VAR accreditation training program for data center solutions, one of several initiatives planned this year to help partners further expand their Avocent expertise and offer increased value to customers. The course emphasizes how partners can leverage Avocent's individual data center products to deliver end-to-end data center management for their customers.

"The advancements Avocent has made within the IT Infrastructure space are impressive. They are clearly focused on providing robust, best-in-class and comprehensive solutions for IT total asset management, "commented Alan Mamane, Founder and President of 42U. "We are thrilled to be one of Avocent's exclusive partners, serving all of the mountain west region."

Click here to read the entire data center solutions press release.