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If you're still using Excel and Visio to manage your data centers or struggling with a DCIM solution that didn't deliver as promised, you might be surprised to see just how much DCIM has improved in recent years. Check out this two-minute video to see for yourself what today's DCIM has to offer.
Join us for our next live DCIM webinar with our DCIM expert, Justin Capone, How Modern Day DCIM Helps Solve Your Most Common Data Center Headaches on Thursday, May 18. Focusing on real-world DCIM use cases, this webinar will:
Define the six categories of challenges most commonly faced by data center managers and operators.
Demonstrate how modern DCIM can address these key issues and simplify y...
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Sunbird is excited to be attending Datacenter Forum in Helsinki, Finland on May 9, 2017 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Stop by Booth 4 to meet our data center experts and get a demo of the new features and enhancements in our award-winning Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solution.
At Datacenter Forum, you’ll have the opportunity to network with and learn from over 200 of your colleagues from the datacenter sector in Finland and the Baltics. Data center professionals who are involved with the managing and operations of their organization’s IT infrastructure can attend for free. Learn more and register here.
Want to learn more about one of the burning issues facing today’s data center...
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Whether you are a veteran of data center migrations or are just getting started, moving your data center is a risky, complicated project for any organization. Extended downtime, damage to equipment, and inaccurate installation are just a few of the headaches that migrating a data center can cause. However, when planned and executed well, it can also lead to cost savings, improved efficiency, and other rewards.
What is a data center migration?
A data center migration is any movement of data center assets from one location to another. Examples include moving to a new data center, moving to a colocation facility, moving from one room or floor to another within the same data center, and transi...
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Sunbird will be exhibiting at the 2017 BICSI Canadian Conference & Exhibition in Vancouver from May 8-11, 2017 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Stop by Booth #602 for a demo of our award-winning Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solution. See for yourself how easy power, network, and cable management can be with key features like:
3D data center health map with real-time power data.
Ability to visually build data circuits, including structured cabling, between any combination of devices, network equipment, and patch panels—all at the click of a mouse.
Visual trace routes of power and network paths for faster and more efficient troubleshooting.
At BICSI in Vancouver...
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We’re pleased to be recognized as one of the 20 Most Promising Data Center Solution Providers by CIOReview for transforming the way data centers are managed.
CIOReview creates an annual listing of 20 companies that are at the forefront of providing innovative data center solutions and impacting the marketplace. The main focus of this ranking is to spotlight companies who have successful proven track records in delivering data center solutions. Sunbird was recognized for providing a complete and easy-to-use DCIM solution for data center managers.
“Our solution empowers modern data center managers to overcome the limitations of Excel and Visio and boost efficiency and productivity,” ou...
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Managing network connectivity in your data center is a critical part of ensuring that your operations runs smoothly. Failing to understand or neglecting connectivity can lead to critical problems in your data center, such as a security breach or a massive power outage. Although these problems may loom over any data center manager’s head, they can be avoided with the right DCIM software—one that provides both data center power monitoring and network connectivity management.
Risks of Not Managing Connectivity in Your Data Center
In a traditional data center without DCIM, you would need to be onsite to understand the intricate details of physical connections, such as which devices are physicall...
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Sunbird’s newest Models Library release of 2017 is now available: Version 3.089. Download and update to Version 3.089 to get all the most recent model data!
Sunbird’s Models Library includes detailed information—such as U space, dimensions, weight, power ports, and data ports—for over 30,000 models across over 450 manufacturers. Updating the Models Library after you have implemented Sunbird’s DCIM software helps you ensure that you are using the most accurate and up-to-date model information.
Can’t find a specific make and model? Contact Sunbird’s Professional Services team, and we’ll make sure it’s added to the next Models Library update.
New in This Models Library Release
Version 3.089 f...
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We’re thrilled to announce that the newest version of Sunbird’s DCIM Monitoring software has just been released. If you’re ready to upgrade to Power IQ® 5.2.2, simply download the update files from Sunbird’s support portal. This release follows our recent update to dcTrack®, our DCIM Operations software.
What’s New in Power IQ 5.2.2
Power IQ 5.2.2 provides the most user-friendly, secure experience to date with an updated, more modern look and feel.
This version features multi-vendor support enhancements, Electronic Access Control for supported CPI doors and locks, GUI usability improvements, fixes for bugs and customer-reported issues, and security updates.
Multi-Vendor Support
Release 5...
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Worldwide, data centers consume around 30 billion watts of electricity, but the majority—as much as 90 percent or more—is wasted. This and other power management inefficiencies can cost modern data center environments in terms of not only energy expenditure but also money, time, and other resources.
Do you know how much energy your data center is using? Are you aware of how much power capacity is available at any given point in time? Are you trending your power utilization data so you can accurately predict when you will run out of capacity? Without the answers to these basic questions, efficient and environmentally friendly data center power management may be impossible. However, the...
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Sunbird is excited to be exhibiting at Data Center World in Los Angeles from April 3-6, 2017 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Stop by Booth 1215 to meet our data center experts and get a demo of the new features and enhancements in our award-winning Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solution.
The theme of this year's Data Center Global conference in Los Angeles is Data, Automation, Scale: Building and Managing the Data Center of the Future. As an attendee, you'll have access to vendor-neutral educational sessions, discussion sessions, and an exhibit hall full of best-in-class vendors - all aimed at helping you find solutions to today's biggest data center challenges. You’ll a...
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03/15/2017
dcTrack DCIM Operations
We’re thrilled to announce that the newest version of Sunbird’s DCIM Operations has just been released. Want to upgrade to dcTrack® 5.2.1 and see what's new for yourself? Simply download the update files from Sunbird’s support portal.
New in dcTrack 5.2.1
This version features API enhancements, fixes for bugs and customer-reported issues, and security updates to provide the most user-friendly, secure web experience to date. See how fast and easy DCIM can be with dcTrack 5.2.1.
TLS 1.0 Disabled; Internet Explorer 10 and Below No Longer Supported
To provide a more secure web experience, TLS 1.0 is disabled in dcTrack 5.2.1.
Transport Layer Security (TLS) is an encryption protocol that prov...
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Sunbird is excited to be attending Datacenter Forum in Oslo, Norway on March 21, 2017 at the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel. Stop by Booth 7 to meet our data center experts and get a demo of the new features and enhancements in our award-winning Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solution.
At Datacenter Forum, you’ll have the opportunity to network with and learn from over 250 of your colleagues in the data center industry of Norway. Data center professionals who are involved with the managing and operations of their organization’s IT infrastructure can attend for free. Learn more and register here.
Want to learn more about one of the burning issues facing today’s data center manag...
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Sunbird’s newest Models Library release of 2017 is now available: Version 3.088. Download and update to Version 3.088 to get all the most recent model data!
Sunbird’s Models Library includes detailed information—such as U space, dimensions, weight, power ports, and data ports—for over 30,000 models across over 450 manufacturers. Updating the Models Library after you have implemented Sunbird’s DCIM software helps you ensure that you are using the most accurate and up-to-date model information.
Can’t find a specific make and model? Contact Sunbird’s Professional Services team, and we’ll make sure it’s added to the next Models Library update.
New in This Models Library Release
Version 3.088 f...
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Today's IT operational teams face unique challenges associated with the day-to-day management of systems across colocation facilities, cloud/hybrid environments, and owner-operated data centers worldwide. The devices in these modern data center environments—everything from intelligent rack PDUs to environmental sensors to door locks—are generating massive amounts of data. Data center managers are struggling to rise above the noise and identify the data that is most relevant to them. With so much data, how can you be sure that you’re using it effectively to make smarter decisions and better manage your data center?
Join us for our next live DCIM webinar, Top DCIM Dashboards for Tackling IT Op...
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Most organizations look to DCIM software when they realize they need to better manage their data center infrastructures. However, given the wide range of point-to-suite solutions, how can you know that the DCIM software solution is comprehensive enough to meet your needs?
Look for these five signs of a comprehensive DCIM software solution:
1. The DCIM software accommodates all users.
Multiple parties work in data centers, including data center managers and operators, IT teams, facilities teams, and remote managed services teams. Your DCIM software should provide an intuitive GUI that works for teams as well as individuals. It should require fewer clicks to see the information that addresse...
If you're still using Excel and Visio to manage your data centers or struggling with a DCIM solution that didn't deliver as promised, you might be surprised to see just how much DCIM has improved in recent years. Check out this two-minute video to see for yourself what today's DCIM has to offer. Join us for our next live DCIM webinar with our DCIM expert, Justin Capone, How Modern Day DCIM Helps Solve Your Most Common Data Center Headaches on Thursday, May 18. Focusing on real-world DCIM use cases, this webinar will: Define the six categories of challenges most commonly faced by data center managers and operators. Demonstrate how modern DCIM can address these key issues and simplify y...
Sunbird is excited to be attending Datacenter Forum in Helsinki, Finland on May 9, 2017 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Stop by Booth 4 to meet our data center experts and get a demo of the new features and enhancements in our award-winning Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solution. At Datacenter Forum, you’ll have the opportunity to network with and learn from over 200 of your colleagues from the datacenter sector in Finland and the Baltics. Data center professionals who are involved with the managing and operations of their organization’s IT infrastructure can attend for free. Learn more and register here. Want to learn more about one of the burning issues facing today’s data center...
Whether you are a veteran of data center migrations or are just getting started, moving your data center is a risky, complicated project for any organization. Extended downtime, damage to equipment, and inaccurate installation are just a few of the headaches that migrating a data center can cause. However, when planned and executed well, it can also lead to cost savings, improved efficiency, and other rewards. What is a data center migration? A data center migration is any movement of data center assets from one location to another. Examples include moving to a new data center, moving to a colocation facility, moving from one room or floor to another within the same data center, and transi...
Sunbird will be exhibiting at the 2017 BICSI Canadian Conference & Exhibition in Vancouver from May 8-11, 2017 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Stop by Booth #602 for a demo of our award-winning Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solution. See for yourself how easy power, network, and cable management can be with key features like: 3D data center health map with real-time power data. Ability to visually build data circuits, including structured cabling, between any combination of devices, network equipment, and patch panels—all at the click of a mouse. Visual trace routes of power and network paths for faster and more efficient troubleshooting. At BICSI in Vancouver...
We’re pleased to be recognized as one of the 20 Most Promising Data Center Solution Providers by CIOReview for transforming the way data centers are managed. CIOReview creates an annual listing of 20 companies that are at the forefront of providing innovative data center solutions and impacting the marketplace. The main focus of this ranking is to spotlight companies who have successful proven track records in delivering data center solutions. Sunbird was recognized for providing a complete and easy-to-use DCIM solution for data center managers. “Our solution empowers modern data center managers to overcome the limitations of Excel and Visio and boost efficiency and productivity,” ou...
We’re thrilled to announce that the newest version of Sunbird’s DCIM Operations has just been released. Want to upgrade to dcTrack® 5.2.1 and see what's new for yourself? Simply download the update files from Sunbird’s support portal. New in dcTrack 5.2.1 This version features API enhancements, fixes for bugs and customer-reported issues, and security updates to provide the most user-friendly, secure web experience to date. See how fast and easy DCIM can be with dcTrack 5.2.1. TLS 1.0 Disabled; Internet Explorer 10 and Below No Longer Supported To provide a more secure web experience, TLS 1.0 is disabled in dcTrack 5.2.1. Transport Layer Security (TLS) is an encryption protocol that prov...