ArcTiv 1U iPDU’s Manage Distributed Edge-Computing Networks

Common edge-computing applications include branch offices, retail, manufacturing and smart cities, driven by on-site servers to reduce latency and PoE switches for security cameras.  The table below illustrates the distributed network cabinets which minimize cable lengths and IT room infrastructure costs.  Each cabinet configuration can support intelligent PDU’s to monitor and control the network power and environment without the need for on-site support.

Edge-Computing Common Applications and Benefits
Office Application
Manufacturing Application
Benefits Benefits
  • Minimal costs to modifying the office area or building a dedicated IT room
  • Reduce cabling costs
  • No additional room cooling requirements
  • Reduced power loss in PoE cables
  • Low latency (vs. offsite or cloud)
  • Reduced latency by locating the servers and networking devices close to the equipment
  • Protected against dust, temperature and humidity in indoor environments
  • Reduced cabling and infrastructure costs
  • Reduced power loss in PoE cables
  • Remote re-boot of servers and networking devices
Retail Application – Convenience Store
Retail Application – Grocery / Big Box Store
Benefits Benefits
  • Remote management of Power, PoE switches, Security and POS equipment
  • Compact design for back-room storage areas
  • No need for on-site IT manager

 
  • Greater security by locating the cabinets out of reach of consumers and personnel
  • Remote management of Power, PoE switches, Security and POS equipment
  • No need for on-site IT manager

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Daniel S. James II, MSEE, MBA

Daniel brings over 15 years of experience in both the data center and industrial automation industries having worked for Fortune 500 technology companies in various roles including Corporate Strategic Planning, Product Management and Business Development.  Connect with him on Linked-In.

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