Rittal: Edge in a Box, Preconfigured IT Solutions

Rittal

August 20, 2018

Edge in a Box (EiB) enables a simple, quick and cost-effective way to build and deploy small to medium scale data centres at the network edge. It is the ideal solution for financial firms, small offices, retail co-sharing office space where the Data Centre can be shared as a value-added service, Industrial IT spaces, Disaster Recovery and local government offices. 

Technology features of the EiB solution:

  • RACK: Simple to assemble, sealed rack with glazed front door and steel rear door
  • POWER: Basic PDUs installed in all cabinets with options to upgrade
  • COOLING OPTIONS: Roof-mounted or side-mounted air-conditioners, LCP DX with various capacities
  • MONITORING & ACCESS CONTROL: CMC III system to monitor external and external threats
  • FIRE DETECTION & SUPPRESSION: Compact system for early fire detection with automatic extinguishing

The EiB solution is designed to facilitate the pre-installation of IT equipment by the end-user, partner or integrator prior to shipment. It is ideal for Edge and IoT applications where deployment speed, reliability and security is paramount. Moreover, it is suitable for quiet office environments due to its low dB operating noise and ability to contain IT equipment sound. It is also rated to handle harsh industrial and non-traditional IT environments.

Download the EiB brochure to see which option suits your needs!

For more information, please email IT@rittal.ca

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