To properly display this page you need a browser with JavaScript support.
4.3.5. Equipment Management
In IRM, equipment objects are used to define all hardware that is to be tracked either as an asset and / or that is used in tracking space, power and port capacity, availability and usage (cable connectivity).
Below is just an example of Equipment objects used to represent hardware in IRM:
Data Stations (e.g. PC’s, Laptops, SmartPhones, etc.)
Faceplates (e.g. Workarea outlets, etc.)
Connecting Blocks (e.g. 66 Blocks, Patch panels, etc.)
Networking Equipment (e.g. Switches Routers, Firewalls, Multiplexers, etc.)
Environmental Equipment (e.g. Cabinets, Air Conditioners, etc.)
Security Equipment (e.g. Video Switches, Video Recorders, etc.)
Power Equipment (e.g. PDU, Remote Power Panels, Breakers, Outlets, Power strips ,etc.)
General Equipment (e.g. any device that does not fall into the other categories).
This section will introduce the user to the following functions:
Assigning Users Equipment
Managing Equipment in Rack Elevation
The following screenshot gives some examples of how Equipment objects are generally used within the IRM site workspace:
Floorplans - Faceplates, PC’s & Telephones at desk
Dependency View - Ported Equipment
Telecommunication rooms - Cabinet & wallboard positions
Rack Elevation - Equipment mounting position in a cabinet, rack, or wallboard
