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BlueFjords

Eaton recently provided BlueFjords ’ data centre with efficient and expandable power . Michael Crane finds out more .

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July 2016

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SPECIAL FEATURE : UPS & POWER

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LAN OF HOPE AND GLORY : CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCAL AREA NETWORK

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Blue Helix offers test and measurement solutions ons for both copper and fibre ,

The data centre is close to the Jostedal glacier . representing enting ormerly to guarantee the exceptional service efficiency Power Xpert 9395P that BlueFjords offers its clients – the uninterruptible power supplies new data centre also needs totally ( UPSs ) to form the basis of a dependable power infrastructure . secure and readily scalable power To provide this , BlueFjords solution for the new BlueFjords appointed Data Center Technology data centre , located at the head AS , a leading expert in the field of data of the Jostedal valley in Norway . centre design and implementation , to create a complete concept . Essential requirements for the power solution

Power play were that it should provide the highest The location of the data centre is near possible levels of resilience and ideal : it is connected to a reliable nearby efficiency , and that it should also be power node fed from four separate scalable to allow easy and cost effective hydroelectric power stations and is future expansion .

30 close to the huge Jostedal glacier

Based on its wide experience of the which ensures a cool , stable climate . UPS market and products , Data Center Additional UPSs can be readily connected in The natural benefits of the location on Technology selected 9395P UPSs for parallel with the existing units . their own are not enough , however , this demanding project . Key factors that

June 2016

test equipment & tools

Netscout Systems has launched the next generation of the AirCheck hand held wireless tester . This tool is available through Netscout ’ s recently launched Connect 360 global channel partner program , and includes important new enhancements , such as troubleshooting and diagnosing Wi-Fi networks built using the increasingly adopted 802.11ac standard , access point backhaul testing , and free access to the Link-Live Cloud dashboard for more effective results management .

The Netscout AirCheck G2 wireless tester is a powerful tool designed ed to enable front-line IT to quickly and easily identify issues responsible for spotty connections , dead zones , and slow speeds , as well as locating rogue access cess points and unauthorised devices . This functionality is ideal to support installation and troubleshooting of IoT wireless edge infrastructure for applications , such as the testing of the wireless infrastructure that supports patient monitoring for healthcare , industrial IoT , personalised and immersive experiences for retail , smart buildings and smart homes .

This easy to use hand held tester provides technicians COME with a broader range of detailed insights into the TOGETHER : wireless network than is currently available using SHOULD WE ALL freeware applications or other commercially ly available BE LEARNING TO software packages . The AirCheck G2 comes with COLLABORATE ? free access to a Link-Live Cloud Service , a centralised management , collaboration and archival workspace

for network connectivity test results . Link-Live provides greater job visibility , project control ol and fleet management for larger distributed environments and also works with the LinkSprinter and LinkRunner AT . For further information visit : enterprise . netscout . com / products / aircheck-g2-wireless-tester

Viavi ( formerly JDSU ), Fluke , Ideal Networks , Electronika and KD Optics . As a stocking partner to these top brands Blue Helix can offer immediate solutions to everyday problems that people experience .

Blue Helix stocks the day-to-day essentials for installing and testing fibre , from end face certification tools , visible fault locators to optical light sources and power meters .

If you are installing structured cabling then Blue Helix offers cable certifiers , qualification and verification tools for all categories of cabling systems .

Regular training and product updates means staff are able to advise customers on the latest tools and offer the most cost effective solution to customer ’ s requirements . Blue Helix offers a dedicated test and measurement sales person for direct consultation and site visits . On site demonstrations and product familiarisation sessions are also available . For further information visit : www . bluehelix . co . uk

Anritsu Corporation has extended its signal analyser MS2840A product line by adding three new frequency models ( 3.6GHz , 6GHz , and 26.5GHz ) to its current 44.5GHz model supporting

AFL is supplementing its technologically advanced Fujikura fusion splicer product line with the Fujikura 62S , an active core alignment splicer featuring exceptional splice loss performance and minimised splice time . With a conventional flip-open wind protector and non-motorised tube heater , the complexity of the splicer is reduced without compromising total cycle time . Additionally , the number of steps to process splices is minimised with the auto-start feature for both the splicing and tube heating process .

The Fujikura 62S ensures a high level of productivity with the 23 second shrink time using standard splice sleeves . By incorporating ruggedised features , a mirrorless optical system and impact resistant monitor , durability is enhanced . The transit case doubles as a built-in or mobile workstation and makes splicing easier .

Additional features of the Fujikura 62S include a 5,000 splice electrode life ; Li-ion battery with 200 splices / shrinks per charge ; 5mm cleave length for splice-on connectors or small package needs ; sheath clamp or fibre holder operation ; and Internet software upgrades . For further information visit : www . AFLglobal . com

excellent narrowband measurement performance in a middle range signal analyser / spectrum analyser platform . With a dedicated low phase noise option , the 3.6GHz and 6GHz models have close-in SSB phase noise performance as well as new option functions like the built-in signal generator offered by the previous MS2830A series .

Many existing signal analysers / spectrum analysers on the market have the wideband performance required to support increasing common LTE and WLAN measurements , but lack the narrowband measurement performance required for developing and manufacturing oscillators for various wireless applications . To meet the increasing demand for a low cost platform with better performance than other high end models , Anritsu has pushed development of new functions for its middle range Signal Analyser MS2840A , emphasising narrowband measurement performance by targeting more frequency options , an order-of-magnitude better SSB phase noise performance , built-in signal generator , etc ., supporting a versatile measurement platform . This SSB phase noise performance upgrade has sufficient margin for evaluating spurious and phase noise of oscillators in wired and wireless equipment , which could only be evaluated previously using large and expensive dedicated phase noise measuring instruments and spectrum analysers . Additionally , installing options such as the signal generator enables easy all-in-one MS2840A wireless TRx evaluations . For further information visit : www . anritsu . com

ESSENTIAL SELECTION

Belden has announced the newest industrial Ethernet switch from Hirschmann – the Greyhound 1040 .

This full Gigabit Ethernet switch delivers on the high bandwidth and data speed needs of industrial networks and offers a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet fibre port option . The Greyhound 1040 switch supports up to 28 Gigabit ports and can operate as a backbone switch . For networks with strict uptime requirements , the Greyhound 1040 enables system updates , modifications and expansions without taking the network offline through :

Redundant power supplies that can be easily changed out in the field . Interchangeable media modules that enable the addition of new ports or changing existing port types . Industries , such as power transmission and distribution , transportation and physical security , will benefit from the Greyhound 1040 switch ’ s technical features , and its adherence to specific industry standards , certifications and approvals .

For further information visit : www . belden . com

Siemon has introduced a new wall mount cabinet that saves valuable floor space whilst providing a cost effective means to secure and protect network equipment from dust , tampering and other hazards in a wide range of applications .

The wall mount cabinet is an EIA / ECA-310- compliant NEMA Type 1 enclosure that features fully integrated and adjustable vertical cable management for properly routing patch cords and cables and an adjustable mounting rail system to support any standard 19 inch rack mountable equipment . With a right or left hinged locking back plate design that offers easy rear access to equipment and wiring , it is ideal as a mini telecommunications room or for remote network distribution and consolidation points in open , unprotected spaces such as warehouses , retail facilities and schools . The new cabinet can also be used for zone cabling in intelligent building applications , passive optical networks or any other applications where expensive full size cabinets are not required .

Manufactured in the USA and compliant with UL 60950 safety standards , the new Siemon wall mount cabinet has a load capacity of up to 91kg and is available in 12U , 18U and 24U sizes and in 24 inch and 30 inch depths . It comes with either a plexiglass , solid or vented front door that features a standard locking swivel handle which is easily retrofitted with access control or biometric handles for authentication in high security applications . The new cabinet is compatible with Siemon ’ s existing fan kits , rack-mount PDUs , shelves and other accessories , and it can be purchased preloaded with Siemon components as a V-Built custom preconfigured cabinet . For further information visit : www . siemon . com

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