The information collected can be passed on to any building management system (BMS) or DCIM tool for further analysis using protocols, such as SNMP, Modbus over TCP/IP, and JSON-RPI.

The TELSEC ESB2 by Quest Controls is designed to monitor and control manned and unmanned facilities.

The Model 200 lead/lag controller from Quest features factory-configured set points based on customer requirements, while the Model 201 allows for configuration and set point changes through password-protected menus.

Software-defined networking (SDN) has been around long enough that it faces a paradox: Everyone thinks they know what SDN is, but many don’t actually realize how far SDN has evolved from its origins and how varied SDN solutions have become.

This article is presented in two parts and its purpose is twofold. In Part 1 we propose a simplified plan that breaks down the controls upgrade process into manageable parts, and positions facility owners to minimize risk by effectively planning and executing the equipment installation, including thorough commissioning, without jeopardizing ongoing data center operations.