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products & innovations

Brocade expands data centre networking solutions to accelerate digital transformation

Brocade has announced an expanded Brocade SLX family with new switches featuring advanced network visibility and the addition of Brocade Workflow Composer Automation Suites for turnkey automation . Organisations can build networks that allow them to quickly adapt to technology transitions , deliver new services at cloud speed and accelerate digital transformation .
Building on the Brocade SLX 9850 routing solution , the new Brocade SLX 9140 , SLX 9240 and SLX 9540 data centre switches deliver flexible leaf , spine and edge connectivity while leveraging the Brocade SLX Insight Architecture . By embedding network visibility on every router and switch , organisations can achieve pervasive visibility throughout the network to quickly identify problems , accelerate mean-time-to-remediation and improve overall service levels .
New automation suites , including Network Essentials , Data Centre Fabrics and Internet Exchange Points for the Brocade Workflow Composer platform , powered by StackStorm , provide automated network provisioning , validation , troubleshooting and remediation workflows . These automation suites are ideal for customers who want to jumpstart their automation journey with pre-built workflows to accelerate time-to-value . For further information visit : www . brocade . com

CHATSWORTH PRODUCTS LAUNCHES ITS MOTIVE VERTICAL CABLE MANAGER

Chatsworth Products has released Motive Vertical Cable Manager , featuring an innovative design and set of tool-less accessories .
Motive Vertical Cable Manager features an integral track system that provides unlimited adjustability and direct support for cable bundles anywhere within the cable manager , allowing for maximum use of interior space .
Additionally , the cable manager includes four toolless accessories and many design elements promoting intuitive use . The unique design of the accessories provides numerous cable segregation configurations that allow for direct support of cables with optimal airflow through the cable manager , preparing networks for higher wattage in Power over Ethernet ( PoE ).
The front door of Motive Vertical Cable Manager features a patent-pending hinge and latch design . Able to open from the left or right , the door offers easy push-to-close convenience that securely locks the door into place . An integrated hook also provides a dedicated space for technicians to hang a test meter .
Compatible with open two and four post CPI racks , the cable manager is available in a variety of heights , widths and configurations . It also ships partially assembled , requiring minimal packaging , storage space and assembly . For further information visit : www . chatsworthproducts . co . uk

Schneider Electric announces new StruxureOn digital data centre service

Schneider Electric has introduced StruxureOn , a digital service that connects data centre physical infrastructure assets to the Schneider Electric cloud , enabling the delivery of simplified and faster services .
With real time visibility into system performance , maintenance and service requirements via mobile App , StruxureOn ’ s data driven analytics can proactively advise of potential failures , fundamentally improving the ability to service critical equipment prior to failure .
As part of the digital service , Schneider Electric ’ s Service Bureau personnel acts as a ‘ second set of eyes ’ and is readily available to remotely troubleshoot an issue or , in cases that can ’ t be addressed remotely , dispatch a field service representative armed with the necessary information and equipment to quickly resolve the issue and minimise downtime .
StruxureOn harnesses the power of IoT , and in doing so gives data centre and facility managers the insights , tools and support they need to proactively predict and prevent incidents . For further information visit : www . schneider-electric . com
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