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April 24, 2009
• Vol.31 Issue 13
Page(s) 75 in print issue
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A Look At Some Of The Newest Power-Related Products On The Market
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 BayTech
Automatic Transfer Switch—ATS
 The Automatic Transfer Switch from BayTech lets companies provide redundancy on the power circuit level and automatically sense power loss while switching to a backup circuit. The ATS transfer switch line completely severs the connection between the source and the load and then waits for the zerocrossing before performing the transfer.
• Out-of-phase source switching
• 8 to 15ms switching time
• Programmable drop-out voltage and switch-back voltage
• SNMP and HTTP with DS-Series
• PCB-based reliability
(800) 523-2702 • www.baytech.net
BayTech
DS-RPC Remote Site Management Series
 The DS-RPC Remote Site Management Series lets you remotely and securely manage your network, servers, and console ports. It combines power management and console access, and it’s designed specifically for single-connection applications.
• True RMS voltage/current
• Security features include SSH v2, RADIUS authentication, SNMP, and user access lists per port
• Provides either secure in-band or dial-up out-of-band access to your DS-RPC Series device
• Device port naming
• Individual port password assignment
(800) 523-2702 • www.baytech.net
BTECH
S5 Series Battery Monitoring & Validation System
 Designed specifically for your UPS battery cabinet, the S5 Series Battery Monitoring and Validation System from BTECH is engineered to monitor key battery parameters in real time. This includes system voltage, float, charge and discharge current, plus ambient and pilot cell temperatures. The S5 Series Battery Monitoring and Validation System can be programmed to measure cell impedance up to 24 times per day.
• Programmable test and out-of-limits alarms
• Battery discharge data logging
• Up to 480 individual cells and four strings per system
• Individual string current monitoring for multistring systems
• Isolation from the battery string
• MODBUS over TCP/IP for third-party software integration
• Alarm notification via text message to multiple cell phones, pagers, or email addresses through BVM Software or FMS integration
(973) 983-1120 • www.btechinc.com
Cyber Switching
Dualcom Series
 The Dualcom Series from Cyber Switching provides users with remote power management and offers energy-efficient features such as the ability to schedule shutdown periods. Users can schedule or manually power on and off eight separate outlets and monitor the current from each outlet.
• Efficiently utilizes rack space
• Offers an Ethernet (Web, Telnet, and SNMP) interface
• Features a serial interface that uses a standard serial port protocol so laptops and PCs can connect directly to the unit
• Nine models to choose from
Ranges from $499 to $1,599
(888) 311-6277 • www.cyberswitching.com
Cyber Switching
M 820 C Plus
 As part of the M Series within the Dualcom line, the M 820 C Plus offers a Cyber Breaker for each outlet, and it monitors current on each outlet. The M 820 C Plus offers an Ethernet interface (via text-based telnet session or through an HTTP Web interface) and serial interface (which uses a standard serial port protocol).
• Schedules power on/off for outlets
• Web browser, telnet, and SNMP management
• Serial-enabled
• Manage users
• Event logging
• Customize outlets’ names
(888) 311-6277 • www.cyberswitching.com
Eaton
Advanced Monitored ePDU
 Eaton’s Advanced Monitored ePDU is designed to monitor, track, and manage power consumption at the receptacle level for all equipment in the data center. IT personnel can then use the information to assess energy efficiency and infrastructure capacity.
• Engineered to measure power consumption at the equipment level
• Each receptacle features a current measurement device that gives real-time up-to-date data through a local display or a network connection
• ePDU products have eight function levels that let customers measure power usage and temperature at the system, chassis, or rack level
• Advanced Monitored units include HTTPS and SNMP communication capabilities for flexible implementation
Starts at less than $500
(216) 523-5000 • www.eaton.com
Eaton
9390IT UPS
 The Eaton 9390IT UPS provides a mix of flexibility, scalability, and power density within a thin, end-of-row tower design. It offers 40kVA ratio and standard internal batteries, so the 9390IT UPS doesn’t need pricey and large external battery cabinets.
• Integrated system with internal batteries, line, and match distribution for an ideal end-of-row data center tool
• Uses a double-conversion topology to protect equipment from most power problems
• Allows for up to 23% more power capacity in a compact tower
• Scalable 40kVA modular building block
• Up to 40% more standard runtime
About $25,000
(216) 523-5000 • www.eaton.com
Information Support Concepts
RPM1601
 The RPM1601, a 15-amp/110-125VAC remote power manager, lets users remotely manage eight outlets through the Web, with the ability to increase the number of outlets to 128 with extra client modules. Users can plan when the receptacles turn on or off, with several iterations per day if required, or receptacles can be individually sequenced and controlled.
• Lets users disable one or more receptacles for remote control without changes to the others
• Units log an array of data to be retrieved, such as input and output voltages, frequency, receptacle load, receptacle capacity, and time on and off
• Failsafe rebooting from any telephone with the “smart” telephone interface
• Supports most network and security protocols
• As many as 15 additional RPM client nodes can be daisy-chained to specific RPM master units
$399
(800) 458-6255 • www.iscdfw.com
Information Support Concepts
BRELN Series
  The BRELN Series includes a dual-voltage 20-amp PDU that operates with either 110-125VAC or 220-250VAC. It features IEC C-13 receptacles and a C-20 power inlet. The power inlet lets users choose a cord set to meet their needs based on the type of source power they use. Multiple cord sets let clients take this PDU anywhere in the world while maintaining its functionality.
• Available with a digital scrolling display that shows real-time information on amps, watts, volts, and power factor
• 19-inch rackmount-compatible
• No circuit breaker or power switch
• Two banks of receptacles on front: one bank of four and one bank of six
• One IEC320 power inlet (C-20) cord retaining clamp included
$94 (receptacle); $256.25 (PDU)
(800) 458-6255 • www.iscdfw.com
PDUs Direct
CW-8H2-C20M
 With the CW-8H2-C20M switched, rack-mountable PDU, you can remotely manage and monitor outlets through an IP connection or serially for out-of-band access. The CW-8H2-C20M features an industrial-grade 208V PDU with eight IEC C-13 outlets, a locking NEMA 6-20P in-feed plug, and embedded upgradeable firmware.
• Combines power distribution with remote management, power monitoring, and environmental monitoring
• Reboots a single- or dual-power server with one command
• Sends SNMP alerts when power or environmental conditions top thresholds
• Designates users’ specific access rights to selected outlets or groups
• Horizontal configuration provides a compact solution
$360
(888) 751-7387 • www.pdusdirect.com
PDUs Direct
C-16V1-C20MX
 The C-16V1-C20MX is a metered 0U vertically mounted PDU that features 16 NEMA 5-20R outlets, multiple in-feed plug types, and a local amp meter. Engineered to be compact, the C-16V1-C20MX is mounted in the rear dead space, so your rack space is open for equipment and ventilation.
• Steel-cased enclosure
• Includes local LED input current monitoring to accurately measure the amps drawn on the connected power circuit
• Immediately observes new equipment’s impact on the collective current draw
• Loads each circuit to its threshold safely, decreasing the risk of overloads
• 15- or 20-amp
• Power cord included
$225
(888) 751-7387 • www.pdusdirect.com
PDUs Direct
CW-2H2-C20
 The switched standalone PDU model CW-2H2-C20 lets users remotely manage and monitor outlets through an IP connection or serially for out-of-band access. The CW-2H2-C20 is a compact PDU with two IEC C-13 outlets, a NEMA L6-20P in-feed plug, and embedded upgradeable firmware.
• Individual outlet control
• Includes remote power management of individual receptacles to power off, power on, and reboot devices from anywhere through a secure Web interface, SSH, or an out-of-band (dial-up) session
• Steel-cased enclosure
• Industrial-grade outlets
• Power cord included
$225
(888) 751-7387 • www.pdusdirect.com
Rackmount Solutions
Xtreme Power Conversion XPRT Series
 With online technology features, the Xtreme Power Conversion XPRT Series is compatible with virtually all connected equipment. The series features an enterprise-grade LCD that offers more monitored parameters and more exact information right from the display, which is located within the front bezel of the UPS.
• All units (1,000VA, 1,500VA, 2,000A, and 3,000VA) require 2U rack space
• Tower/rack-mounting and wall-mounting form factors deliver physical compatibility with the powering environment
• Battery charges to 90% in less than four hours
• Communications capabilities include USB, RS-232, and SNMP communications to provide maximum interactivity between the UPS and IT systems
• Smart fan speed control reduces noise and power consumption
Starts at $695
(866) 207-6631 • www.rackmountsolutions.net
Server Technology
Sentry Power Manager
 The Sentry Power Manager from Server Technology is engineered to let users access and manage multiple Sentry devices in an IP-based enterprise network. Not only do you get a global view of all Sentry CDUs, but you can view devices based on their temperature, humidity, current, and device status.
• Access through any standard network browser
• Group and cluster outlets for remote reboot and power data on one CDU, across linked CDUs, or across an IP address
• Logs by start and end date include information such as discovery and user login
• Trending capabilities include the ability to graph using start- and end-date temperature, humidity, infeed load, infeed power, system watts/unit area, and system total power
• Real-time alarm notification
(800) 835-1515 • www.servertechnology.com
Server Technology
CWG-24VD VY
 The CWG-24VD VY is a Sentry POPS (per outlet power-sensing) switched CDU that includes network configuration and management, power distribution, environmental monitoring, and the ability to supply power monitoring per individual outlet/device. Power information per-outlet includes current, voltage, power (kW), apparent power (VA), crest factor, and power factor.
• Reboot a single- or dual-power server with a single command
• Receive SNMP- or email-based alerts when power or environmental conditions surpass maximum amounts
• Appoint users specific access rights to outlets or groups
• Includes top entry for network, serial, and environmental connections, along with a bottom power cord entry
• Current monitors can be inverted through a Web GUI or serial interface
(800) 835-1515 • www.servertechnology.com
Compiled by Tessa Breneman
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