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Deployment of InstaPATCH ZERO is a two-step process. Simply roll in a pre-configured cabinet and plug the cord bundles into the overhead patch panel. Once the servers are installed in the cabinet, they can be connected instantly by pulling the patch cord out of the cassette to complete the patch. When your server needs change, InstaPATCH ZEROs pre-terminated modularity enables you to slide in additional cassettes, or quickly decommission and replace an entire cabinet.

The InstaPATCH ZERO solution consists of three components:

• Server cabinet with integrated cord cassettes
• Additional cord cassettes (for future growth)
• Overhead mini-rack

Server Cabinet with Integrated Cord Cassettes Features and Benefits:

• Integrated, pre-managed connectivity accelerates server deployment by enabling data center personnel to roll it in and plug it in
• Extendable, pre-managed patch cords ensure cabling is always the right length and adequately managed to facilitate proper air flow
• Zero U connectivity maximizes available rack space for active equipment
• A total of 72 pre-terminated U/UTP cords and/or 72 optical fiber duplex LC cords can be pre-installed in server cabinets before shipped out to end user sites
• Available in 2, 4 and 6 cassette configurations to support copper or mixed copper/fiber connectivity (additional cassettes are available separately)
• Support GigaSPEED X10D, XL and LazrSPEED for high bandwidth applications

Cord Cassettes Features and Benefits:

• Pre-managed patch cords make adding or disconnecting servers as easy as pulling out or pushing back the needed length of cord
• Provides built in patch cord management, improving air flow and reducing patch cable inventory issues
• Extendable cord bundles provide flexibility to span a range of distances, making it easier to accommodate design and equipment location changes

Overhead Mini-Rack Features and Benefits:

• Maximize rack-mount space in a cabinet for active equipment by placing patch panels or interconnect equipment above the cabinet or rack
• Accelerates deployment, decommissioning or replacement of server cabinets by segregating the connection to the permanent, horizontal link from the cabinet
• Two-post rack that mounts to overhead cable runway
• Available in 9.4 inches high, with 4U rack mounting spaces
• Accepts standard 19-inch patch panels and other 19 interconnect equipments
• Multiple mounting options, above, below or parallel to cable runway, the brackets can also be adjusted front, back, right or left to align with cable openings in the top of the rack or cabinet
• Compatible with multiple cable runway sizes
• An optional Vertical Cable Manager (VCM) provides a controlled pathway for patch cords into the server rack
• Hinged door adds a professional, finished touch to the installation

Cisco EnergyWise® and the iPatch Intelligent Infrastructure Solution To help our customers to optimize their network energy usage CommScope, through a joint collaboration with Cisco, has created an integration with Cisco's EnergyWise and the iPatch Intelligent Infrastructure Solution. This integration allows our customers to dramatically improve the energy management of their network infrastructure, using location based energy policies, all with a few simple mouse clicks. To learn more please see these two press releases or contact your local CommScope representative. CommScope and Cisco Deliver Real-Time Location-Enabled Energy Management Integration of CommScope's iPatch Solution with Cisco's EnergyWise Delivers Real-Time Location-Enabled Energy Management

Click here to access the SYSTIMAX Intelligent Infrastructure Solutions Return on Investment tool giving you the Vision and Knowledge you need to control your network.

 

Running an IT network is challenging. How would things be different if you could eliminate blind spots and have 20/20 vision into your physical infrastructure? What if you could have knowledge of every move made in your network? Combining SYSTIMAX iPatch intelligent copper patch panels and fiber optic shelves with infrastructure operations software and control systems, SYSTIMAX Intelligent Infrastructure Solutions are more than just hardware they are comprehensive, fully-supported solutions that give you control of your physical infrastructure.

As part of the SYSTIMAX 360 solutions platform, SYSTIMAX 360 "iPatch-ready" copper panels and 360G2 1U Modular Fiber shelf can be upgraded in the field at a later stage with the 360 iPatch Upgrade Kit. The upgrade can be performed without network disruptions, since it does not require the removal of patch cords. The SYSTIMAX 360 solution offers customers the option to deploy intelligence immediately or in phases, according to their needs and budgetary requirements. By providing a clear strategy that includes an upgradeable product line, CommScope intends to bring intelligence to the masses and raise awareness of the business benefits of intelligent infrastructures.

The SYSTIMAX 360 iPatch 1100GS3 panels are factory assembled and tested and offer a trace button and LED for every port.

The SYSTIMAX 360 iPatch G2 High Density Fiber Shelf supports up to three iPatch G2 High Density pre-terminated InstaPATCH Plus modules for a total of 72 duplex LC ports (144 fibers) in a 2U footprint. The sliding shelf features the elegant SYSTIMAX 360 design and the alpha/beta module polarity orientation can be auto-detected and reported to System Manager software.

The SYSTIMAX 360 iPatch Panel Manager ties the iPatch intelligent panels to the infrastructure operations software called System Manager. Each rack with iPatch intelligent panels is equipped with a control system, an iPatch Panel Manager, which monitors the status of every port in every iPatch panel. Connectivity updates are sent to the infrastructure operations software, which contains a continuously updated database of connectivity information.

These control systems also provide technicians with a user interface. For tracing existing connections, the iPatch Panel Manager displays end-to-end connectivity information, including not only the location of patch cords, but the devices connected on either end of the circuit.

Intelligent Infrastructure Built On Industry Leading SYSTIMAX Copper and Fiber Structured Cabling Systems

• Offers complete visibility and control of your physical layer infrastructure
• Provides accurate, automated documentation of changes to the physical layer
• Discovers network devices and maps them to the physical layer
• Provisions services and provides guidance for deployment in data centers or office environments
• Notifies administrators in real-time of any connectivity or equipment
• issues and alerts users of unauthorized access or activity
• Enhances productivity through automation and process efficiency
• Reduces costs associated with capacity and asset management
• Real-time enhanced location information for physical layer and networked assets

iPatch System Manager Software Demo

To download a 90 day demo version of iPatch System Manager software please click here. 

In today's data center environment, enormous pressure rests on Storage Networking Administrators, IT Facility Managers and Data Center Managers around the world. In a detailed survey of global IT professionals, CommScope found that data centers today prioritize conserving energy, saving operations costs, reducing floor space for patching areas and minimizing downtime. As data centers face ever-increasing IT demands, cost pressures, and changing technology and architectures, Storage Networking Administrators, IT Facility Managers and Data Center Managers have been challenged with finding high-performance solutions to face all of those issues head-on.

With a better understanding of the challenges, CommScope developed the SYSTIMAX 360™ Ultra High Density fiber optic solution to meet those demands and make the design, implementation and management of new, innovative Ultra High density data center architectures possible.

The SYSTIMAX 360 UHD solution is built to support high-density data center applications by innovatively configuring high-performance products into a smaller space. Designed at CommScope Labs, the solution has a 50 percent increase in usable density, allowing for more cabinet and shelf space. At the heart of the SYSTIMAX 360 UHD solution is a 1U sliding shelf that accepts three Ultra High Density Modules with either 24 duplex LCs or 24 MPOs. With the ability to fit 864 fibers in a 1U space, the shelf provides the highest fiber-patching density available. This compact shelf allows data centers to use a single cabinet to house both SAN Directors and fiber cabling, a cost-saving innovation that more than doubles data center rack and storage networking space.

SYSTIMAX 360 Ultra High Density Solution Includes:

• SYSTIMAX 360™ 1U Ultra High Density Shelf, LC/MPO Modules and MPO pass-through panels
• SYSTIMAX 360™ 1U Ultra High Density Splice Shelf and Splice Trays
• SYSTIMAX 360G2 2U and 4U Ultra High Density Fiber Shelves with InstaPATCH 360 LC/MPO modules and distribution panels
• SYSTIMAX InstaPATCH® 360 Pre-Terminated Trunk Cables
• SYSTIMAX InstaPATCH® 360 Ruggedized Fanout Cables
• SYSTIMAX InstaPATCH® 360 Array Cords
• SYSTIMAX Fiber Optic Patch Cords

SYSTIMAX InstaPATCH 360 System—the next generation of pre-terminated fiber solutions. Developed by CommScope Labs, the InstaPATCH 360 System is designed to support locations, such as data centers, that require high-density, rapid deployment and high performance. The InstaPATCH 360 System incorporates SYSTIMAX LazrSPEED multimode, OptiSPEED® multimode and TeraSPEED® single-mode fiber technologies to support todays most demanding applications. InstaPATCH 360 Fiber Solution delivers standard low loss performance and increased density.

The pre-terminated hardware of the SYSTIMAX LazrSPEED Solution is built with LazrSPEED 550 multimode fiber, providing for the capability to support 10Gbps Ethernet applications, as well as emerging OM4, 40Gbps/100Gbps Ethernet and 16Gbps Fibre Channel standards. The pre-terminated hardware has Low-Loss performance characteristics, coupled high bandwidth, to provide Best-in-Class application support. Trunk cables are available in LazrSPEED 150, 300 and 550 (OM4) performance grades to address the wide range of requirements of system operators.

InstaPATCH Cu Pre-Terminated Copper Solutions are a major advance for the fast deployment of high- performance networks. Traditionally, installers carried large quantities of bulk cable to the installation location, measured and cut cable to suit and terminated each length of cable in the middle of the installation process. However, with customizable InstaPATCH Cu Pre- Terminated Solutions, the pre-connectorized assemblies are precisely engineered at the manufacturing facility according to your needs. Then, theyre delivered to your site as a comprehensive solution, including cable, apparatus, design and layout, already labeled, easy to configure and ready to install. The installer simply pulls each pre-assembled solution out of the box and connects it to the appropriate port.

Engineered for cleaner, more convenient installation, InstaPATCH Cu Pre-Terminated copper cable assemblies can be installed in a fraction of the time of traditional implementation. With such efficient and neat installation, you can make certain your network, collocation facility or data center is up and running much faster than ever before.

Plus, CommScope will help your implementation go even smoother with start-to-finish design support.

The SYSTIMAX® InstaPATCH Plus and G2 Solutions deliver a new generation of administration solutions for fiber-optic networks. These new solutions will simplify design, configuration and ordering of fiber apparatus.

The InstaPATCH Plus System features a high-density, factory terminated, factory tested, modular fiber connectivity solution that allows installers to simply and quickly connect system components together. This modular system approach enables 96 fibers to be ready for service in the time it takes to make a single fiber connection with traditional systems. The InstaPATCH Plus System is designed to support locations, such as data centers, that require high-density, rapid deployment and high performance. The InstaPATCH Plus System incorporates SYSTIMAX LazrSPEED® multimode and TeraSPEED singlemode fiber technologies to support today's most demanding applications, while allowing easy migration to the next generation technology.

The G2 Series is part of the next generation SYSTIMAX 360™ solutions platform and is comprised of multifunctional fiber-optic shelves that are used for a combination of splicing and termination of fiber-optic building cable or outside plant (OSP) cables. The 360G2 fiber shelves are available in 1U, 2U and 4U sizes as well as sliding and fixed settings. The 4U version comes with a shelf assist which facilitates installation and ensures proper U spacing for shelf mounting. The shelf assist fits multiple rack types and supports heavy equipment.

The SYSTIMAX 360 1U optical fiber shelves are “iPatch-Ready” and can be upgraded in the field at a later stage with the 360 iPatch Upgrade Kit. The upgrade can be performed without network disruptions, since it does not require the removal of patch cords. The SYSTIMAX 360 solution offers customers the option to deploy intelligence immediately or in phases, according to their needs and budgetary requirements. By providing a clear strategy that includes an upgradeable product line, CommScope intends to bring intelligence to the masses and raise awareness of the business benefits of intelligent infrastructures.

The SYSTIMAX VisiPatch 360 System is a revolutionary patching and integrated cable management solution that dramatically alters the way you view performance.

The VisiPatch 360 System is an aesthetically pleasing, ergonomically efficient system that combines technology and design innovation to save you time, space and money. It is nothing less than a revolutionary way to think about patching.

What constitutes true performance?
It's more than bandwidth. It's more than speed. It's more than product reliability. We have dedicated ourselves to understanding the user experience, listening to our customers' concerns and needs, analyzing how we can help improve efficiency. We have developed a whole new approach that holistically integrates form, function and usability to deliver true performance.

For SYSTIMAX Solutions, we have dedicated ourselves to understanding the user experience, listening to our customers' concerns and needs, analyzing how we can help improve efficiency. We have developed a whole new approach that holistically integrates form, function and usability to deliver true performance.

We call it our 360° design philosophy - an approach that redefines performance from every angle, providing a whole new approach to network infrastructure solutions.

The first result of this new philosophy is a new generation of patching systems-the SYSTIMAX VisiPatch 360 System.

Key Features and Benefits of the SYSTIMAX VisiPatch 360 System

• Best-in-class transmission performance
• Supports 10 Gb/s and 1 Gb/s Ethernet applications
• Compact ergonomic components
• Modular, scalable and flexible
• Increased port density and usable density
• Easy access to patch plug
• Snap-together components
• Unique reverse patching technology
• Clear and simple port labeling
• Sleek and elegant design
• Integrated horizontal and vertical cable and patch cord management

	The SYSTIMAX® VisiPatch System ensures fast, easy installation with low operating costs, enabling an organization to reduce labor and administrative expenses.
	With the VisiPatch System, a perfect cord connection is really the only option, ensuring minimum risk of downtime at all times.
	The VisiPatch System's revolutionary design ensures that IT professionals have greater control and management of an "organized" IT system, making it easier and quicker for them to do their job.

Our SYSTIMAX VisiPatch System is the next generation in patch panel design. This system retains all the benefits of our proven 110 insulation displacement connector technology, but goes far beyond this with new features that cut costs, reduce risks and give the patch panel an organized, professional appearance.