Enables easy-to-deploy RMU access control in IT environments
A new enclosure management solution from Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”) gives data centres the ability to secure, monitor and manage access to racks and cabinets remotely. The light-architecture device utilises Cloud Link Roadrunner™, an industry specific NEMA TS2 (National Electrical Manufacturer Association) compliant hardware, combined with the latest in access management software.
While most data centre enclosures are now state of the art, the tools used to manage and secure these assets are often outdated, as the use of simple mechanical keys and standalone electronic locks is still commonplace. By unifying enclosure management and video surveillance, data centres can see and control when, how, and by whom their racks and cabinets are accessed. Security staff and engineers can instantly verify an event without having to deploy crews and act promptly if needed. Also, access to cabinets and racks can be granted remotely and customised to the nature of the work to be done and the role of the contractor or employee. This enables data centre operators to extend to their customers secure self-service management and reporting of cabinet access.
George Moawad, Country Manager, ANZ at Genetec commented “It's shocking to consider the number of data centres that still use traditional mechanical locks which can be opened by generic keys purchased from the local hardware store. The new enclosure management solution from Genetec will enable our customers to move away from this approach and into a data driven management and compliance approach underpinned by a unified system."
In addition to real-time user access control and video verification, the new enclosure management solution provides contractor and employee auditability and accountability. With it, data centre operators can create custom dashboards and reports, analyse data and activity patterns, and track contract work to reconcile contractor billing. Additionally, they can help determine trends, perform searches, and run investigations for forced openings or other usage abnormalities.
The simplified architecture of the Genetec solution occupies significantly less rack or wall space than other solutions. By utilising a slim 1U mount design connected to ASSA ABLOY’s new server rack lock the new Genetec solution is able to control six rack enclosures while occupying only 1U space for the controller hardware. This is a massive space savings compared to other solutions that require 3-6U per cabinet depending on the architecture.
Cloud Link Roadrunner is the first cybersecure, ruggedised IoT device purposely built for enclosure management solutions. It is designed with a focus on cybersecurity, management, and physical security, allowing enterprises and colocation data centres to confidently deploy capable and expandable access control capabilities across their data centres.
For more information about the Genetec enclosure management solution please visit: https://experiences.genetec.com/enclosure-management
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About Genetec
Genetec Inc. is a global technology company that has been transforming the physical security industry for over 25 years. Today, the company develops solutions designed to improve security, intelligence, and operations for enterprises, governments, and the communities in which we live. Its flagship product, Security Center, is an open-architecture platform that unifies IP-based video surveillance, access control, automatic license plate recognition (ALPR), communications, and analytics. Founded in 1997, and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Genetec serves its customers via an extensive network of certified channel partners and consultants in over 159 countries.
For more information about Genetec, visit: www.genetec.com
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