Netrack Secures the Data Center with Intelligent Monitoring
Advanced
technologies enhanced the scope of intelligent monitoring in data centers. It
can provide real-time insights into critical systems and infrastructure,
proactively identify potential issues, and help prevent downtime and data loss.
List of things that need monitoring
Several essential things need to be monitored in a
data center to ensure its optimal performance and uptime.
· Under Cooling can lead to creation of Hot Spots there by damaging the
equipment and lead to increased downtime; hence, the temperature inside the
data center needs to be monitored to ensure that it remains within a safe
range.
· High humidity can cause condensation to form on the equipment, which can
damage it. Hence Humidity has to be monitored regularly.
· The data center's security, including access control, surveillance, and
intrusion detection systems, must be monitored regularly.
· Intelligent locking in data centers requires real-time monitoring,
access control logs, video surveillance, regular audits, and physical security
measures to prevent security breaches and protect sensitive data.
· Data centers should have smoke, rodent, and fire detection systems
installed, which should be monitored continuously for early detection of smoke,
fire, or any damage due to rodents and automatic triggering of suppression
systems to minimize damage.
· Video surveillance systems are essential in data centers to monitor
critical areas for unauthorized access, security breaches, and suspicious
activity.
Legacy monitoring methods
Conventional methods are still used in a few places
to monitor the data centers manually. It includes manually opening the lock,
managing the power surges, physical walkthroughs to check equipment and
environmental conditions, visual inspections of systems and infrastructure, and
manual recording of readings and other data for review and analysis. For
example, under the conventional method, if there is a fire outbreak or a rodent
attack, one needs to manually identify the area of damage to fix it. Intelligent
monitoring is a solution to overcome such hassle.
Need for intelligent locking systems
On the other hand, intelligent locking systems are
increasingly used in data centers to enhance security. These systems typically
use advanced technologies such as biometric authentication, access control
lists, and activity logs to ensure that only an authorized person is allowed
entry to sensitive areas of the data center.
Netrack understands the need of the hour; hence, it
designed ilock as an intelligent locking monitoring solution to enhance the
security of data centers. In addition, it features biometric authentication,
access control lists, and activity logs, which provide real-time monitoring and
alerts in the event of unauthorized access attempts.
The ilock system also integrates with Netrack's
environmental monitoring systems to provide a comprehensive view of the data
center's security and environmental conditions. Overall, ilock can help prevent
security breaches and protect sensitive data, making it a valuable addition to
any data center's security strategy.
Role of intelligent PDUs
In the context of intelligent monitoring, an
intelligent PDU can provide real-time information on power usage, temperature,
humidity, and other environmental conditions, which can be used to optimize
energy efficiency, prevent downtime, and improve the overall health of the IT
infrastructure.
Intelligent PDUs can be integrated with other
monitoring systems in the data center, such as environmental sensors, security
systems, and network monitoring tools, to provide a comprehensive view of the
data center's performance and health. By using intelligent PDUs as part of an
intelligent monitoring strategy, data center operators can proactively identify
potential issues, optimize performance, and improve the overall reliability and
efficiency of the data center.
Importance of DCIM
Here the importance of Data Center Infrastructure
Management (DCIM) cannot be denied. One of the critical benefits of DCIM
software is that it allows all monitoring parameters, including power usage,
temperature, humidity, and security, to be consolidated into a single
dashboard. This can provide data center operators with a comprehensive view
making it easier to identify potential issues, optimize performance, and make
informed decisions about future upgrades and expansions.
DCIM software can also automate routine monitoring
tasks, such as tracking inventory and generating reports, freeing up staff time
for more complex tasks. In addition, DCIM software can provide predictive
analytics, using historical data to forecast future trends and help operators
plan for future capacity needs.
Overall, DCIM software can help data center
operators improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize the performance of
their infrastructure, making it an essential tool for any modern data center.
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