Cyclades Expands Its Intelligent Power Management Device Offering; AlterPath PM8i and PM20 Deliver More Control to Data Centers.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers CeBIT America 2003 NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 18, 2003 Cyclades Corporation, a data center management company that minimizes unplanned network downtime, today introduced the AlterPath(TM) PM8i and PM20, Intelligent Power Distribution Units (IPDUs) that enable remote power control of servers and network gear over a secure connection. The IPDUs allow data center professionals to remotely power on, off or power cycle their network devices, as well as monitor the current draw, check the power status on a certain device and group power outlets together so that multiple power supply systems can be turned on or off with single command. The IPDUs can be used as a power distribution and protection device with any terminal server, but when used with Cyclades console servers, they deliver easier out-of-band management Out-of-band management (sometimes called Lights-out management or LOM) is the use of a dedicated management channel for device maintenance. It allows a system administrator to monitor and manage servers and other network equipment by remote control regardless of capabilities and faster problem solving problem solving Process involved in finding a solution to a problem. Many animals routinely solve problems of locomotion, food finding, and shelter through trial and error. by integrating console access and power control into one single interface. (Out-of-band management creates an alternative path to remotely access, monitor and control network nodes via console ports -- at any time, from anywhere -- even when the network is down.) Network managers and system administrators can conduct real-time global current monitoring of all connected devices using the same console management session from any location via telnet, Secure Shell (SSH (Secure SHell) A security protocol for logging into a remote server. SSH provides an encrypted session for transferring files and executing server programs. Also serving as a secure client/server connection for applications such as database access and e-mail, SSH supports a v2), or through a encryption-enabled Web interface, which significantly streamlines the process. The AlterPath PM8i and PM20, with eight and 20 power-outlet receptacles, respectively, offer a feature set similar to the PM8 model released earlier this year. However, the PM8i has IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iec.ch) An organization that sets international electrical and electronics standards founded in 1906. It is made up of national committees from over 60 countries. IEC - International Electrotechnical Commission 320-C14 power interfaces that can be used worldwide (240V) and is mounted horizontally (1.5U form factor) or vertically (0U) on data center racks. The PM20 and PM8 mount vertically (0U form factor) and do not require rack space. With daisy-chaining capabilities to link several units, the IPDUs allow for increased scalability while preserving central-management functions by linking the control interfaces. The AlterPath PM8i and PM20 offer secure remote-access, monitoring and management capabilities due to the security features inherent in Cyclades console servers. SSH v2, RADIUS authentication (1) Verifying the integrity of a transmitted message. See message integrity, e-mail authentication and MAC. (2) Verifying the identity of a user logging into a network. , IP filtering and user access list per port, provides data center professionals with greater control in preventing and resolving network infrastructure failures. "An increasingly complex data center environment requires a total system approach combining power management and console management functions to minimize the risks associated with network infrastructure failures," said Daniel Dalarossa A Brazilian by birth and one of the founders of Cyclades Corporation, a privately-held company based in Fremont, CA which makes Linux-based servers, switches, and network management appliances. In January, 2006, he was named 2005 Person of the Year by ITWeek Magazine. , Cyclades CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "The introduction of the new power management devices is one more step in the company's evolution toward providing a complete solution that incorporates the necessary intelligence and flexibility to allow for the automation of data center management." In addition to its remote power management capabilities, the AlterPath PM8i and PM20 delivers accurate, real-time global current monitoring of all connected devices via the user interface screen or locally through an LED digital display. Users have the ability to set a current alarm threshold, which once exceeded will have the IPDU IPDU Intelligent Power Distribution Unit IPDU Internetwork Protocol Data Unit IPDU Internet Protocol Data Unit units sound an alarm or send a notification message to the user. The AlterPath PM8i and PM20 also incorporate a sequential power-up feature that prevents all power outlet receptacles from turning on at once, eliminating the potential of current surges that could render the equipment inoperable inoperable /in·op·er·a·ble/ (in-op´er-ah-b'l) not susceptible to treatment by surgery. in·op·er·a·ble adj. Unsuitable for a surgical procedure. . Along with global current monitoring, the sequential power-up feature lets users safely install more equipment on existing power circuits without the worry of current overloads. Pricing and Availability The AlterPath PM8i and PM20 are available for $850 and $1,195 (MSRP MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price MSRP Message Session Relay Protocol MSRP Multi-Species Recovery Plan (US Fish & Wildlife Service) MSRP Member of the Society for Radiological Protection (UK) ), respectively. The AlterPath PM8i supports 240V with 10 Amps and the PM20 supports 120V with 20 and 30 Amps. For a complete list of countries where the Cyclades IPDUs are available, visit www.cyclades.com. About Cyclades Cyclades is a data center management company that prevents and minimizes unplanned downtime through console access, power control and systems management. Its AlterPath family of data center products and solutions enables remote, secure and centralized management of servers, network equipment and automation devices, minimizing human intervention and decreasing maintenance costs. Cyclades' advantage is providing scalable products leveraging Linux technology for flexibility, ease of customization and high level of security. Headquartered in Fremont, Calif., Cyclades has offices located throughout North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. , Latin America Latin America, the Spanish-speaking, Portuguese-speaking, and French-speaking countries (except Canada) of North America, South America, Central America, and the West Indies. , Europe, Asia and Australia. Cyclades can be reached at 888/292-5233 or on the Web at www.cyclades.com. |
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