MRV Products
Console and Alarm Management

The In-Reach?
9000 (IR-9000) series of standalone Remote Presence management solutions
from MRV Communications, Inc., offers console aggregation, high-density alarm,
sensor monitoring and-when combined with the In-Reach 5100 (IR-5100)
series-power management of remote devices, all in a single platform. The IR-9000
is designed for network, system and operations personnel who manage distributed
networks and systems, who cannot afford the consequences of operational downtime
and are being forced to reduce and control operations costs. By extending serial
and console port access and facilitating alarm and power management capabilities
over IP networks, the IR-9000 gives visibility and control from virtually
anywhere.
The IR-9000 enables administrators, systems and operations
staff to gain remote access to a variety of network elements (NEs) such as UNIX
servers, switches, CSU/DSUs, routers and multiplexers as well as other serial
devices such as remote terminal units (RTUs). Additionally the IR-9000 can
manage discrete alarm devices, monitor environmental conditions including
temperature/humidity and pressure, and control remote assets such as aerial
lighting, pumps, valves and power.
The IR-9000 includes the industry's
most comprehensive set of security features including per port password
protection, RADIUS, Access Control Lists, SecureID, PPP, PAP/CHAP, PPP
dial-back, on-board database, Secure Shell data encryption and others. As a
result, centralized access to critical remote assets and data is made possible
without compromising security.
Geographically dispersed devices and
systems can be configured and managed from a central network operations or
control center, reducing costly on-site visits, service disruptions and skilled
personnel requirements. The In-Reach 9000 series is the ideal secure remote
presence solution for carriers, service providers and cable operators, as well
as energy and utility providers.
IR-9000 Product Details The
IR-9000 series is an advanced model that incorporates all software features
available in the IR-8000, including secure console and power control
capabilities, along with the complete set of In-Reach alarm and sensor
management capabilities. The IR-9000's software configurable ports provide the
total flexibility required to control a variety of core network, discrete alarm
and environmental sensor devices all with a single box.
Additionally the
IR-9000 supports the In-Reach master/slave concept available with its IR-7100
series of alarm and sensor products, enabling a solution that can manage well
over 1000 alarms per unit. The IR-9000's unique flexibility enables it to meet
today's console, alarm, sensor and power management needs with the capacity and
scalability to address even the most demanding future needs.
Access to
the system is achieved via an extensive Command Line Interface (CLI) or via a
user-friendly browser-based Graphical User Interface (GUI), making it simple and
cost-effective to deploy. Editable parameter files and SNMP management enhance
the product's ease of use and simple management.
Key Capabilities
Console, Alarm, Sensor and Power Management The In-Reach
IR-9000 series products combine console aggregation, high-density alarm, sensor
and power management functions all in one platform. Through secure serial device
and console port access combined with alarm and power management over IP
networks, these advanced servers provide complete visibility and control from
virtually anywhere.
When utilized in a master-slave configuration with
the IR-7000 series, the IR-9000 provides extremely scaleable alarm, control
output and analog sensor capabilities. The master/slave architecture can scale
to support literally thousands of alarms and over 250 sensor and control relay
sensor points. This same configuration can also support analog circuits to
obtain real-time readings of devices such as fuel and pressure gauges.
By providing remote connections to discrete alarms and control relays,
the IR-9000 enables a few qualified individuals to monitor alarm and control
devices from a central operations center. The IR-9000 also easily integrates
with existing fault management systems (FMS) and operations support systems
(OSS) via TL1 or SNMP. This increases accuracy of operations and visibility of
remote conditions and events. For example, whenever a measured parameter changes
beyond pre-set thresholds, an alarm signal is transmitted to an existing FMS or
key personnel via SNMP, email or pager. Technicians can receive instant event
messages or periodically monitor the environmental readings and perform remedial
operations in response to any alarm conditions.
The IR-9000 alarm and
sensor points accept discrete input signals generated when contact closure
devices such as aerial lights or door alarms state change . Ports can also be
connected to temperature/humidity sensors to monitor the temperature and
humidity readings of remote sites. Control points can be software configured to
activate devices such as generators or fire alarms in response to any alarm
signal received. Additionally, up to 255 triggers and corresponding actions can
be defined for unmanned automatic fault management of mission-critical
applications using the self-healing feature. With the IR-9000 you can feel
secure in your ability to gain remote visibility and control. |
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