Data Solutions Group
Automated Intelligence Solutions
Data Center Infrastructure Management
Methode is…possibilities.
DCIM IS:
• Data Center Infrastructure Management
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A System Management Platform for the
physical data center (racks / cabinets) and
associated cooling, electrical, and cable
infrastructure.
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Key Features of DCIM
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Asset Management, Equipment Monitoring,
Analytics / Reporting, and Workflow integration
Sources: Forrester, Gartner, Tier1 Research
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DCIM Drivers
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Power and Heat Density
Consolidation
Virtualization and Cloud Computing
Increased reliance on critical IT systems
Green IT initiatives
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DCIM Offerings in the Market
• Software Suites – integrating multiple
functions
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Several focused offerings in the market
today
Methode DCIM Intelligence
• Point Solutions – focused on single
functions
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Hundreds of single point solutions
Methode discrete solutions integrated to
DCIM
4 packages
Methode’s DCIM Intelligence Solutions
• 4 Primary DCIM point solutions
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PowerTalk (power reporting and backup control)
UTrack (nearfield asset tracking)
Locktalk (networked cabinet door lock mgt)
EnviroTrack (environmental monitoring)
• Tied together with Methode DCIM Intelligence
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Linux based for ease of development, lower
barrier of entry and higher compatibility with
various db engines
• Integration options for numerous 3rd party
software suites
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UTrack
• In-rack tracking of assets with precise rack
and rack-unit location reporting
• Full audit controls of installation and
removal
• Makes advanced use of modern RFID
nearfield communications protocols
• Pre or Post installation options available
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LockTalk
• On-rack electronically controlled access
• Multiple access and authentication modes
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Methode IntuiTek Touch-based keypad
Methode / Lumidigm Advanced BioMetric
Methode / Southco Locking controls and
electonics
NOC or SOC remote management
• Full audit controls to detect and analyze
ingress, egress, and service time.
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EnviroTrack
• Up to 6 point temperature readings
• 2 points for humidity
• Air temperature, pressure, flow
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PowerTalk
• Integrated reporting of key power metrics
from iPDUs
• Specific brand support driven by client
prioritizations
• Integrated control of Methode’s Eetrex in
rack battery backup solution
• Pre or Post implementation operations
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AIS DCIM Intelligence Products
Integrated using Methode Electronics Components – Spring ‘12
Methode
Cabinet Control Module
Keypad
Biometrics
AIS U-Track
Asset Tracking
AIS Locktalk
PowerTrack
Monitoring & Backup
EnviroTrack
Temperature, Humidity, Airflow
MicroContainer
Package
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AIS DCIM Intelligence Software Suite
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AIS Software Engine
Technical Specifications
• AIS DCIM Master Software Engine
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-Linux Base
-Ruby on Rails Software Engine
-Web UI via Flash
• Server Hardware Base Requirement:
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-dedicated machine
-quad-core xeon @ 2.2Ghz
-4 GB RAM
-1 GB NIC
-3 hard drives at 10k RPM RAID 5, 6, 10 array
-Each app – add 1 GB ram
-Each two add-on apps – add 1 core CPU
-Every 2500 asssets or 100 locks, add 250Mhz to the processor and 10mb ram
-1 server can address 16 SIRIT readers
-Add 15mb of ram for each SIRIT
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Data Centers historically were designed in the absence of established standards.
While TIA-568 and EN 50173 defines the parameters of LAN networks, no
standards existed until ratification of TIA-942 Standards and EN 50173-5
TIA-942 and EN 50173-5 are the first standards to specifically address the DC
infrastructure.
Design Elements:
-Cabling Design
-Facility Design
-Network Design
TIA-942 specifically covers the following:
1. Site space and layout
2. Cabling infrastructure (Replace point-to-point)
3. Tiered reliability
4. Environmental considerations
 more flexible, trunk cable, …
 cable management ?
very flexible
cable management ?
1 MTP trunks for 6 channel
Structured into zones
Before
Improper cable routing can lead to increased clutter and cable
cross over at connection points causing reduced efficiency of
Moves, Adds and Changes (MAC), activity and increased risk
of accidental disconnection during MAC activity.
Proper cable routing using vertical and horizontal cable
management and hook and loop cable ties reduces clutter
and will aid in not disconnecting incorrect cables during
MAC activity by clearly viewing ports in panels.
After
Before
Excess lengths of cable leads to
increased clutter and cable cross over at
connection points.
Increased micro and macro bending resulting in light
loss.
Unused cables not removed from vertical and
horizontal pathways add to clutter and an unkempt
look to the data center.
Horizontal and vertical cable managers result in a much
cleaner appearance and facilitate being able to manage your
Infrastructure.
Lessened risk of accidental disconnection during MAC activity.
After
After
Before
12 Ch MTP Harness
Conversion Panel
MTP to MTP or LC Trunks
8 Ch MTP Harness
MTP / LC Pro-Slide Harnesses (MTP / mLC
MTP
Coupler
Plate
10RU Panel to emulate the
Switch or Director
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FEATURES
 Use with Brocade or Cisco Directors
 6, 8, or 12 channel harness & trunk configurations
 Compatible with 24, 32, 48 port or 64 port blades
 Facilitate use with LC SFP or mSFP LC
 Available in LC Pro-Slide™ or mLC Pro-Slide™
Front
BENEFITS
 Retain initial investment of fiber backbone
Rear
 ROI by maintaining ability to adapt to technology and hardware changes
 2 RU in height (The highest density, most compressed solution in the
market place)
Front View
DCX 4S-64 Port mSFP Cabling (256 ports)
Quantum Conversion Panel (2RU)
DCX – 14RU Chassis with 64 mSPF
Vertical Blades (512 ports)
DC Cabinet w/Accordion Door
Quantum Cabling Solution™
Fiber Cabling
10RU Patch Panel
FAST CHANNEL™
Copper Cabling
Thank you for your attention!
Thomas Jaremkow