Rittal’s new space-saving and automated CMC III

Data is simply passed through until arriving in the central unit. The reduced complexity means there is much less unwanted cable clutter when installing, maintaining and modifying the system. Since far fewer modules are needed, the cost of the system is also slashed. Rittal has also taken a new direction with sensors: Two most important functions, the temperature sensor for the cold air intake at the front of the server and an infrared sensor, which monitors whether the enclosure door is open or closed, are already integrated in the central processing unit as defaults.

Completely revised, the CMC III enclosure now requires far less expensive space in the server rack. Just one-third of a height unit is enough space for the third generation CMC's processing unit. In addition, the new power pack is housed in an identical enclosure, which is easily installed in the same height unit and connected via cable. Power supply via Power over Ethernet (PoE) is also possible.

With the CMC III, network integration, as well as configuration and commissioning, are performed comfortably with a laptop and a USB port. User can choose between TCP/IPv4 and TCP/IPv6 as network protocols. Working with RiZone IT infrastructure management software and the Microsoft System Center Operations Manager, CMC III is capable of initiating automated counter-measures. Emergency situations can thus be defused immediately without human intervention, while the responsible members of staff are alerted by text message or e-mail.