Data networking and communications

Belden Eagle One industrial security router

22 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Belden Australia Pty Ltd

Belden's industrial security router Eagle One builds on its existing Eagle family to advance data security in industrial automation. It hardens industrial systems against network incidents and cyberattacks, improving operational security, reliability and performance.


Interworld Electronics RSM-2R4-2F console manager and remote network power switch

16 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Interworld Electronics and Computer Industries

The RSM-2R4-2F provides secure remote access to RS232 console ports as well as the ability to power cycle remote IT equipment.


Making sure the NBN delivers on expectations

19 December, 2013 by Paul Stathis, CEO

Regardless of how the NBN is rolled out - FTTH or FTTN - having the NBN delivering super-fast broadband to Australian homes doesn't guarantee an improved internet experience. That's because the NBN infrastructure is only part of the picture, albeit the biggest.


NBN 2.0: From engineer's dream to political football

13 December, 2013 by Michael de Percy, University of Canberra

Malcolm Turnbull suggests NBN projections to date have been "extremely optimistic" with the rollout significantly slower than expected, and completion not anticipated until mid-2024. On the other hand, he says, the Coalition's plan to use a variety of technologies will be delivered four years earlier and at an expected cost of AU$41 billion.


Tips for wiring next-gen devices

26 November, 2013 | Supplied by: Siemon Australia

Remote powering applications utilise the copper balanced twisted-pair IT cabling infrastructure to deliver DC power to IP-enabled devices. The popularity of this technology and the interest in expanding its capabilities is staggering. This article details advantages of using shielded cabling systems for powering remote network devices.


19″ rack switches

25 November, 2013 | Supplied by: Phoenix Contact Pty Ltd

Phoenix Contact has available rugged managed switches for deployment in 19″ racks as used in control centres and data centres. In the past, these types of systems frequently relied on devices designed for office environments, which made them of limited use in industrial applications.


Thermal management strategies for the modern data centre

22 November, 2013 by Mark Deguara, Technical Services Senior Manager | Supplied by: Vertiv Australia Pty Ltd

Not too long ago, keeping a data centre 'efficiently' cool was the ultimate goal for Australian data centre managers. But today, with Australian data centres evolving into hubs for much larger, interconnected networks of cloud-based services - potentially servicing hundreds of thousands of global users around the clock - managing cooling loads in isolation is not enough. Customers are now looking beyond cooling at holistic thermal management solutions.


China and HK run data centres at high temperature

21 November, 2013

Data centre professionals in China and Hong Kong run their data centres at a higher temperature despite a long-term belief that a cooler temperature means more efficient operation with less risk of equipment downtime, reveals a recent survey.


Canon XEED Compact Installation series projectors

11 November, 2013 | Supplied by: Canon Oceania

Canon has launched the Canon XEED Compact Installation series projectors, which it claims retain the features and performance of full-size installation models.


New Zealand to decide 'Gigatown' winner

04 November, 2013

The race is on to determine which New Zealand town will win the fastest broadband speeds in the Southern Hemisphere in Chorus's Welcome to Gigatown competition.


Cisco Catalyst 2960-X series access switches

29 October, 2013 | Supplied by: Cisco

The Cisco Catalyst 2960-X series access switches provide Layer 2 and Layer 3 access features. The switches deliver energy efficiency, while preserving users’ investments through mixed stacking with existing Catalyst 2960-S and SF switches.


Honeywell Wi-Fi Repeater Extender (WREX)

24 October, 2013 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions

Honeywell has released the Wi-Fi Repeater Extender (WREX), a device that extends Wi-Fi signals, expanding the number of locations in homes and businesses where security dealers can install Wi-Fi IP cameras.


RMIT to offer industrial ethernet training

16 October, 2013

RMIT University is helping industry partners connect with the latest developments in industrial ethernet, delivering tailored training in association with Hirschmann distributor Daanet.


Molex multifunction enclosure

27 September, 2013 | Supplied by: Molex Premise Networks Pty Ltd

The RFR-00311 multifunction enclosure is a 1U configurable rackmount unit for storing and terminating incoming fibre cable.


Government releases new NBN plan

24 September, 2013

NBN Co's shareholder ministers, Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Finance Minister Senator Mathias Cormann, have issued an interim Statement of Expectations to the company as the first step in implementing changes to government policy.


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