High Quality Automatic Transfer Switch Solutions by Leading Network Systems

Dependable power is key for a stable modern IT infrastructure, the power supply to your servers, network switches, storage devices, communications equipment and more all can be directly impacted when the power goes off. A practical answer to maintaining the continuity of power can be found through an Automatic Transfer Switch (10A). This unit allow critical equipment connected, to draw on dual power sources and in the event that one fails automatically switch the connected items onto the second available power supply so there’s less room for manual fault. Leading Network Systems deliver professional, complete and manageable IT infrastructure solutions for organizations requiring stable power.

Reliability of power should always be a primary concern when planning any server room or data centre and an unforeseen ‘hit’ could cause equipment to restart; knock network services off stream; impact software; create or contribute to problems in ongoing processes, thus potentially being extremely costly in today’s market reliant upon 24/7 systems operating.

One way an organization can use a dual-source of power strategy; will to allow for higher power availability by not connecting all mission critical items to one primary supply. The organizations primary, and secondary, power sources, would need to feed, directly to any transfer equipment that ensures the critical items of equipment always have adequate power running to them.

This product the AP4421A from Leading Network Systems has been designed with redundancy, or even just the capacity, in mind. The one listed will operate from 230 Volts and 10 Amps with the capability to supply several C13, compatible, outlets which could feed connected equipment. This device is of a rack-mounted configuration and perfectly suited to a structured IT infrastructure design where appearance, ease of maintenance and organized cabling would need to take priority. Businesses would need to consider such features as the power draw of whatever equipment would be connected, the type of input sources, and of course the physical specification of any required configuration.

The ap4421a is of a rack-mounted automatic transfer design which works as a solution whereby continued operation of IT equipment could be readily achievable at such times as the primary incoming power source has ‘dropped out’. The use of multiple power feeds means that any equipment could continue running on the alternate source if one becomes lost and automatic transfer can benefit any such environment where continued, up, service is beneficial.

A solution configured for a rack will not only save on floor space, but the installation and management of items of equipment could also be simplified. It isn’t uncommon to find equipment such as servers, switches, routers, firewalls, storage and even the relevant power supplies residing within a server rack, making for both an aesthetically pleasing and easily managed environment in terms of cabled runs and device accessibility. A suitable C13 output connected to either your main feed, or alternative one, could provide enough power to various devices with appropriate business considerations regarding electricity specification and wattage also factored in to the choice made.

Leading Network Systems produce the infrastructure you need to manage and control the environment in which your I T systems need to function efficiently including; server racks, network enclosures, UPS equipment, PDUs (Power Distribution Units) and any suitable Automatic Transfer Solutions. With the capacity and infrastructure to manage all items of the build in one area helps avoid single purchase elements being implemented without the full view that an entire structure system provides. Modern network management increasingly demands visibility.

IT personnel can find it extremely helpful in controlling not only network switches and Routers, servers and firewalls etc but also the power feeds themselves whether located across many areas or simply in the main building structure.

Network based access to power control may be just one addition to allow your monitoring programs to keep fully updated, and allow quicker responses when there is power-source ‘trouble’. Networking of power is no substitute for practical maintenance, nevertheless it does lead to more organized workflow for the technical team if it’s integrated as one standard setup on their network controls and for this reason organizations today can feel very much in control both when a power-source ‘hiccup’ occurs and also through knowing how reliable their present setup is. Security measures have to be considered when network attaching power equipment with regards to controlling unauthorized user access.

Many different environments need and make use of automatic transfer equipment: Datacentres certainly benefit due to the sheer volumes of networked computer hardware running around their server bays all feeding into mission-critical application interfaces; the corporate server room, providing local hosting and management facilities, can certainly do so if relying on infrastructure supporting critical applications, databases, networks, and communication and file server infrastructure. Likewise: telecommunications industry; if the network connection has to maintain a permanent availability across large distances for all of the networks operating, than it may need, and often will have, alternate power sources via suitable transfer systems. Financial organisations; are heavily reliant upon continuous network accessibility; even minor downtimes can have serious repercussions for any company working within this sector of business, it can, if the user desires, easily slot into an existing installation with it’s integrated modular type fittings suitable for use in a server rack environment to provide structured, clean cabling and accessibility to all power sources.

Before implementation, users must ensure it is electrically safe in relation to voltages etc.

That it is correctly rated for, the output points you require on board are all needed, and it’s compatible with all your other hardware at least from an electrical specification viewpoint. Leading Network Systems can ensure your IT infrastructure requirements are met due to the comprehensive selection of all necessary products and can advise with what racks, UPS systems, transfer switches and other power equipment work together effectively to provide a complete infrastructure. Your power requirements in IT should be considered very seriously during network design; and a properly deployed, integrated network infrastructure can incorporate UPS protection, alternate source, switching, distribution, well-constructed racks, suitable power controllers and monitoring systems together that all combine to manage your operational risk in a way nothing else can. The AP4421A is an extremely cost effective way of giving some level of continued availability to the connected IT equipment because of its compact rack-fitting design, while also providing dual-source capability along with multiple C13 output connections and convenient control through management.

Every business is uniquely different from the one next door and it should always be remembered to assess both electrical and I T environments with what the infrastructure demands.

Your systems need to be able to communicate and it should be considered how much power these devices require along with whether the appropriate power sources are independently available, and importantly, managed and monitored by suitable methods. Upgrading any current setup and or extending a current server room infrastructure or even your primary rack-mounted network systems, should be seriously considered for the added efficiency and enhanced performance gained with better planned power architecture. Look further into items such as the AP4421A while considering how to get more reliability out of existing I T infrastructure by introducing enhanced power redundancy.

Don’t let unobserved vulnerabilities cause a down-turn in productivity: look at what infrastructure you currently have within your organization: is it as dependable as your customer’s expectations demand? If not, you really must consider installing a stronger, better designed and integrated, piece of IT infrastructure at all costs.