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TE Connectivity introduces managed connectivity solutions for physical-layer management in communication networks.
TE Connectivity introduces managed connectivity solutions for physical-layer management in communication networks.
"It's time to truly know your network"
KESSEL- LO, Belgium - Jan. 30th, 2012 Managed connectivity from TE Enterprise Networks is a range of intelligent physical-layer management solutions for communication networks based on new infrastructure configuration management (ICM) software and a choice of two different hardware options: the AMPTRAC ninth-wire technology products and the new Quareo connection point identification (CPID) technology products.
Together, these technologies offer users the benefits of higher network availability, reduced network operational expenditure (OPEX), ease of integration into existing network and data-center infrastructure management systems, and support for IT service management and infrastructure library (ITIL) systems.
"The physical layer - often consisting of many thousands of individual cables and connections - has been one element of the network that has lagged behind in terms of process automation and network visibility", says Hans-Jürgen Niethammer, Director of Sales Operations & Technical Services, TE Enterprise Networks, EMEA/India/AUS/NZ: "Now, however, TE's managed connectivity solution delivers full knowledge and visibility of the physical layer. The ICM software integrates seamlessly with users' existing network management software to give full control and visibility of the complete network - allowing users to truly know their networks."
Using the TE managed connectivity solution, users will experience higher availability through increased automation, improved diagnostics and reduced downtime. At the same time, operational expenditure is reduced because efficient change management along with improved asset provisioning and utilization. ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library) process efficiency is also enhanced through 100% accurate real-time physical location information that can support security and compliance. In addition, integration of the physical layer and the virtual world though integration with existing NMS (Network Management System) and DCIM (Data Centre Infrastructure Management) software will enhance visibility and control of the whole network.
The three key elements of the TE managed connectivity portfolio are the ICM infrastructure configuration management software and the AMPTRAC and Quareo hardware technologies.
The ICM software sits at the heart of the connectivity system and has the ability to seamlessly communicate with third-party applications. It collects real-time time data from the hardware connectivity and, though its open applications interface, passes that information into the existing network management software.
TE's established AMPTRAC product technology utilizes a 'ninth wire' to communicate connection data from the patching field via a hardware analyzer to the ICM software database. A large range of connectivity hardware is available and includes 'AMPTRAC ready' options to enable an easy upgrade path to full AMPTRAC functionality as the demands on a network increase.
The new Quareo product technology utilizes a chipset that is embedded into the connectors and contains information relating to the connectors and associated cable. A unique identification code applied to these network connection points enables the automatic discovery and mapping of all physical-layer connection points, making important information available to upstream network management systems. With this connection point ID system, real-time physical-layer status is available through the open applications interface of the ICM software for use by a wide range of network management tools, delivering long-term value.
As TE's Niethammer summarizes: "TE's managed connectivity solution enables higher network availability, while lowering network costs, by integrating full visibility of the physical layer into existing network management applications - all the way from the data centre to the desktop."
About TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity is a global, $14 billion company that designs and manufactures approximately 500,000 products that connect and protect the flow of power and data inside the products that touch every aspect of our lives. Our nearly 100,000 employees partner with customers in virtually every industry-from consumer electronics, energy and healthcare, to automotive, aerospace and communication networks-enabling smarter, faster, better technologies to connect products to possibilities. More information on TE Connectivity can be found at www.te.com/enterprisenetworks
TE Enterprise Networks infrastructure solutions connect people and technology across office networks and data centers. Many of the world's most complex data networks run applications at speeds of up to 100Gbps over products from AMP NETCONNECT and KRONE portfolios. More information can be found at www.ampnetconnect.eu
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