R&M introduces radio-based access control for data centers

(CONNECT) R&M introduces radio-based access control for server and network cabinets in data centers. They can be integrated into the models of the BladeShelter and Freenet product families from R&M.

According to a statement from the global developer and provider of high-quality infrastructure solutions for data and communication networks, the core product is an electromechanical door handle that can only be opened with authorized transponder cards. They are designed as digital high-security protection in integrated infrastructure solutions for data centers.

The door handles do not require any cabling in the racks. Their electronics are powered by batteries that are designed for three years of operation or 30,000 closing cycles. The personalized transponder cards communicate with the door handles via RFID antenna. Administrators can control users, access rights, cards and racks via encrypted wireless connections and data networks. The software creates logs and visualizes alarm statuses. It can be operated remotely and integrated into higher-level systems, such as data center infrastructure management.

This new offering is reportedly aimed at operators of on-premise, site, edge and colocation data centers. It is the result of a collaboration with EMKA Beschlagteile and is based on the intelligent latching system Agent E from the German world market leader for latches, hinges and seals in switch and control cabinets for electronics and electrical engineering. ce/mm