The document describes Envirac's RACCENSUSTM IT asset tracking system. It consists of (1) a contactless RFID antenna array called a sensor strip that mounts in server racks to track assets at the rack unit level with low power requirements, (2) IT asset tags that attach to assets with passive RFID, and (3) options for manufacturers and DCIM vendors to integrate the system or license the technology. The system automatically tracks asset moves, additions, changes and disposals in real time.

1. EnviracTM
Data Center Instrumentation
Information Technology Solutions
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Sensor Strip
Contactless RFID antenna array. Mounts in any rack
12, 6 and 1 U sections connect to create the needed length for any rack height
Blade chassis support for tracking individual blades
Remote LCD or Strip LEDs to indicate events or status
Embedded RFID reader. No complicated wiring to external readers.
Low Power Requirements:
5 Volt / 75 mA Max Power draw for a 54U rack
Connects to existing rack controller or intelligent rack PDU sensor ports
(Manufacturer’s firmware
IT Asset Location Sensor
RACCENSUSTM
Patent Pending
Rack Controller / Rack PDU Manufacturers
Add rack unit (RU) level asset tracking as a differentiation to your monitoring system. Simply use an existing interface: I2C, SPI, RS-232 or RS-485 interface and modify your firmware.
Rack Manufacturers
An integrated version is available for creating a "Smart Rack" complete with environmental sensors, wireless transport and SNMP interface.
DCIM Vendors
Differentiate your solution by solving one of the most difficult challenges of IT asset management, fully automating the move, add and change tracking process. We can help you to provide a turn-key solution for sale to your customers.
Active RFID Manufacturers
Integrate RACCENSUSTM passive RFID into your offering for a low cost method of providing asset location to the Rack Unit.

2. EnviracTM
Data Center Instrumentation
IT Asset Tags
Passive RFID ( No batteries to replace)
Adhesive attachment with consistent alignment points
20mm separation
distance on metal
Tag Mounting Styles
oEar Mount
oDirect Adhesive
oTether
Technical Specs
I2C, RS-232,
RS-485 Interface
+5v / 75 mA
Controller or PDU firmware update
Min 0.25” mounting width
Min 1” mounting height
Frequently Asked Questions
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RACCENSUSTM
Patent Pending
Q: What is the value proposition of a physical IT asset sensor?
Physical audits for compliance and asset management purposes are a recurring cost, prone to error and do nothing to reduce the estimated 25% loss rate for IT assets
Move, Add, Change and Disposal operations are tracked in real time
The ROI is less than 3 audit cycles or location searches
Q: How is RACCENSUSTM different from most existing IT asset tracking systems?
Unique design drives a low cost to manufacture
Available for direct adaption to any manufacturer’s existing rack controller or intelligent PDU
Complimentary feature addition to existing active RFID tracking solutions
RFID tag identification for each RU is determined and stored on the sensor strip
Q: What Options are available for manufacture?
All technologies are available for a license to manufacture
Exclusive rights to all Intellectual Property may be negotiated
Q: Is a turn-key solution available?
Yes. Asset tracking sensors, environmental or security sensors and wireless mesh network transport with SNMP interface are available as a turnkey solution.