SA1-02005, Vertiv Geist SwitchAir
The Vertiv Geist SwitchAir- SA1-02005 is a passive 2U airflow management device for rear rack mounted 2U switches with side air intake. Channels provide a dedicated path for cold aisle air to flow to the intake of the switch, using the on-board fans of the network devices to pull cool air from the front of the cabinet. The SwitchAir also creates a barrier preventing recirculation of hot exhaust air from the hot aisle from entering switch intakes.
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SA1-02005, Vertiv Geist SwitchAir
The Vertiv Geist SwitchAir- SA1-02005 is a passive 2U airflow management device for rear rack mounted 2U switches with side air intake. Channels provide a dedicated path for cold aisle air to flow to the intake of the switch, using the on-board fans of the network devices to pull cool air from the front of the cabinet. The SwitchAir also creates a barrier preventing recirculation of hot exhaust air from the hot aisle from entering switch intakes.
Warranty: Vertiv Geist SwitchAir models come with a standard three-year warranty that is automatically extended to five years if the product is registered within 120 days of purchase.Benefits
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The SwitchAir is a passive airflow management device with channels providing a dedicated path for cold aisle air to flow to the intake of the switch, using the on-board fans of the network devices to pull cool air from the front of the cabinet. The SwitchAir also creates a barrier preventing recirculation of hot exhaust air from the hot aisle from entering switch intakes.
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- What network switches will the Vertiv Geist SwitchAir work with?
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- Vertiv Geist offers a variety of SwitchAir configurations to fit most switch models. Check our SwitchAir Finder or talk with a sales representative.
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- How does Vertiv Geist SwitchAir work to keep my switches from overheating?
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- The SwitchAir creates a barrier between switch air intakes and hot exhaust air in the back of server racks, while also guiding cool air from the cold aisle to the switch intakes.
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- What is the difference between Passive and Active SwitchAir devices?
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- The Passive SwitchAir product works by simply creating a channel for cold air to flow to switch intakes. The Active SwitchAir product works in a similar fashion but use fans to force cold air through the channel.
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- Will there be downtime while installing the SwitchAir product?
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- In most cases, you will be able to install the SwitchAir product in your rack without unplugging your network switches.
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- What is the suggested distance between front and rear rails for SwitchAir installation?
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- The SwitchAir was designed to be installed assuming a rail distance of 29in / 73.7cm.
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Say Goodbye to Overheated Network Switches with the Vertiv Geist SwitchAir
Did you know when the intake temperature is above the optimal range, your network gear can experience a 54% higher failure rate? Vertiv Geist SwitchAir provides a path for cool air to travel to the intake of top-of-rack network switches in a typical hot aisle/ cold aisle data center design. SwitchAir lets you take control of your critical network equipment to improve the life expectancy and reduce the chance of premature failure ultimately resulting in costly unplanned downtime.
Vertiv Geist Switchair Finder
Use the SwitchAir Finder to locate the Geist SwitchAir that you require based on a variety of configuration options.
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