Nexans deploys world's longest and deepest 420 kV XLPE cable system
06 February, 2014Nexans has been engaged to deploy the world's longest and deepest 420 kV XLPE cable system. The €78 million project is part of a new power link crossing two of Norway's fjords.
HPM 10A Power Centre with 4.2 A USB charging capacity
06 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Legrand Australia P/LHPM has released the HPM 10A Power Centre with RCBO protection and 4.2 A USB charging capacity.
Alcatel-Lucent and LITC to deploy new 1000 km undersea cable system linking Tripoli to Benghazi
04 February, 2014Alcatel-Lucent has signed a turnkey contract with the Libyan International Telecommunication Company (LITC) to build a new 1000 km undersea cable system linking the country's capital, Tripoli, to Benghazi.
Alcatel-Lucent to upgrade 10,000 km-long submarine cable system
24 January, 2014 | Supplied by: ALEnterprise (Australia)Alcatel-Lucent has been engaged to upgrade the 10,000 km-long EASSy submarine fibre-optic cable system along the eastern and southern coasts of Africa with the latest 100 Gbps technology.
Belden Eagle One industrial security router
22 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Belden Australia Pty LtdBelden'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 IndustriesThe 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, CEORegardless 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 CanberraMalcolm 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 AustraliaRemote 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 LtdPhoenix 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 LtdNot 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, 2013Data 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 OceaniaCanon 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, 2013The 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: CiscoThe 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.
