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1-2 Compaq Console Management Controller User Guide
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Compaq Console Management Controller
The Console Management Controller (CMC) offers one model, part number
203039-B21. This unit is rack-mountable and is Worldwide voltage adaptable.
General Description
The CMC is a rack-mounted device intended to monitor and control the
environment within a single-rack or multiple-rack suites. The system consists
of a CMC, several sensors, and the Compaq Intelligent Rack Manager Lite
software. With the software, you can easily configure the CMC, remotely
receive system status and alerts, and initiate planned actions. Optional sensor
kits are available to expand the capabilities of the CMC and include additional
temperature, humidity, vibration and intrusion sensors, as well as smoke
detection and electronic door locks.
A number of sensors can be connected to the CMC to monitor temperature,
humidity, smoke, mechanical shock/vibration, and security. With the proper
setup, the system can:
■ Monitor voltage within the rack.
■ Monitor temperature within the rack
■ Monitor humidity levels in the rack.
■ Detect whether rack doors are open or closed.
■ Detect someone tampering with the rack.
■ Detect smoke within the rack.
■ Remotely lock and unlock the rack doors.
The system can be programmed with thresholds for the sensors to trigger
alarms, and programmed to take action on those alarms. For example, from the
Console, the CMC can be programmed to turn the rack fans on when the rack
temperature is too warm or turn the rack fan assemblies off if smoke is
detected. Should an unauthorized person attempt to enter the rack, the system
may sound an audible alarm, send an alert message to the Console, send an
e-mail, send a page, or activate an alarm relay switch connected to some
device set up by the user, such as a siren, or rotating light.