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NCE > Products > R&M Data Center Solutions - 1. Product Information
R&M Data Center Solutions
Reichle & De-Massari AG (R&M) (Wetzikon, Switzerland) is an independent Swiss family-owned company
that has been developing and manufacturing high-end connectivity and distribution technology since 1964.
R&M is one of the world's leading suppliers of infrastructure for data centers, telecom networks, offices
and building automation.
R&M provides a complete range of "non-compute" data center infrastructure from a single source -
everything around the servers, switches and storage. Its integrated portfolio covers:
- Copper and Fibre Optic Connectivity and Cabling
- Ultra-High-Density Patching Platforms (Netscale Family)
- Racks, Cabinets, Housing and Containment
- Rows and Cubes for Computer Rooms
- In-Row and Blade Cooling Modules
- Power Solutions (Intelligent PDU, UPS, STS)
- Fire Detection and Suppression
- Sensors, Monitoring and DCIM Software
R&M products and solutions are available in more than 100 countries, supported by 14 manufacturing
plants worldwide. R&M offers a 25-year system warranty and a lifetime application warranty on
fully tested cabling.
NCE is the agent of R&M data center products in Hong Kong and Macau.
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1. Connectivity - Ultra-High-Density Platform
R&M's Netscale platform delivers the world's densest fibre solution, offering up to 67% higher density
than comparable systems. 1U and 3U housings accept modules, cassettes, harnesses, trunks and patch cords,
with cable management through the Re-Cabling Manager.
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Netscale 120 - Ultra-High-Density Fibre Platform
- World's densest fibre solution: 67% higher density than similar systems
- 1U and 3U Netscale housings for modules, cassettes, harnesses, trunks
- Re-Cabling Manager for unparalleled cable management
- Smallest diameter uniboot patch cable, push-pull operation, access from any angle
- Drawers accept modules / cassettes from both front and rear
- Built-in infrastructure management features
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Netscale 72 - High Density MPO Platform
- 72 ports per rack unit in compact 1U, up to 72 MPO connections
- Migration path to higher-speed Ethernet without increasing footprint
- Supports both Base-12 and Base-8 setups
- Adaptable to various cable types and fibre counts
- Allows splicing a 144-fibre ribbon cable onto a 12-port MPO cassette
- Excellent patch cable management and documentation
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Netscale 48 - Mixed Media Patch Panel
- Combines copper and fibre connections in a single rack unit (1U, 48 ports)
- Accessible from any angle
- Copper: Cat. 6, Cat. 6A, Cat. 8
- Fibre: LC, MPO, SC, E-2000™, and high fibre counts SN, CS, MDC, MPO16
- Integrated cable management, labeling options, high-density FO adapters
- inteliPhy AIM-ready, allowing seamless expansion during operation
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Netscale BCM - Blade-Cabling Manager
- For both vertical and horizontal modular slots of modular switches
- Eliminates the need for cable routing on the side of the cabinet
- Pre-configured staggered cabling matches switch port spacing
- Direct cabling paths from switches to patch panel ports, above or below
- Supports QSFP optics on Netscale platforms (SAN / Fibre Channel)
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PRIME ODF - Optical Distribution Frame
- Compact and versatile, ideal for tight spaces and high fibre densities
- Tool-free, highly modular system for easy installation
- Modules easy to combine, extend and swap
- Up to 192 / 384 fibre connections in 3U
- Up to 2,688 / 5,376 connectors in a 2.20 m PRIME ODF rack
- Suitable for 19" and ETSI-based meet-me rooms
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Unirack2 & Fiber Easy2 - 19" Rack Patch Panels
- Innovative quick-mounting technology
- Modern lightweight construction for easy handling
- Suitable for copper and fibre applications
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RDM-FOXS - Fibre Optic Cross-Connect System
- Modular approach accommodating common LC and SC connectors
- Single Circuit Management (SCM) system
- Supports loose tube, blow-in, micro and mini-cable options
- Swift assembly with minimal tool requirements
- Connectors undergo 100% testing for transmission reliability
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Raceway Systems - Optical Fibre Protection
- Flexible and modular design, all-round protection for optical fibres
- Fast snap-in assembly, seamless expansion and retrofit capability
- Guaranteed 30 mm bend radius
- Reduces installation and maintenance costs
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2. Rack, Containment and Cooling
Racks must support the ever-growing weight and density of modern IT equipment, including GPUs and AI
accelerators. R&M cabinets are designed for heavy loads, efficient cable management and optimal
heat dissipation.
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Freenet 19" Cabinets
- Load capacity 800 kg to 1200 kg, specially designed for heavy loads
- Height: 42U to 48U
- Width: 600 to 800 mm
- Depth: 800 / 1000 / 1200 mm
- Heavy-duty modular design, comprehensive modularity
- Prepared for built-in fans and cooling units (closed loop / open loop)
- Extensive accessory range: cable management, storage compartments, fans
- Accommodates all commonly used ventilation systems
- Available as flatpack version: easy to transport and assemble on site
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BladeShelter - Modular DC Infrastructure Platform
- For low-energy-consumption data centers with high thermal loads
- Combines R&M DC experience with R&M Tecnosteel design know-how
- Enclosures for hot and cold aisles, strictly separating air streams
- Complete cubes for computer rooms, cabinets with loads up to 2000 kg
- Energy-efficient in-row cooling systems and scalable blade cooling modules
- Designed for high heat loads up to 42 kW
- Easily retrofittable, optimal heat dissipation
- Expandable with R&M DCIM, fibre connectivity and HD patch panels
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Blade Cooling Modules / In-Row Cooling
- Energy-efficient in-row cooling systems
- Scalable blade cooling modules for high heat loads up to 42 kW
- Closed loop and open loop architectures
- Precision air conditioning for targeted cooling, minimising energy wastage
- Varispeed fans for lower energy usage
- Real-time monitoring and analytics to optimise performance and detect anomalies
- Supports high-density GPU and HPC heat loads
Optional accessories: monitoring systems, top-of-rack power distribution,
intelligent PDU, access control, air conditioning, cable ducts, sensors, smoke control
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Hot / Cold Aisle Containment
(Fig. 1) Row cooling closed loop example
Innovative enclosure design contributes to efficient cooling by strictly separating
and optimally conditioning hot and cold air streams.
- Hot and cold aisle containment strategies isolate hot and cold airflows
- Cool air is delivered evenly to IT equipment; hot air is removed effectively
- Granular temperature and humidity sensor data enables precise cooling control
- Reduces energy wastage and ensures accurate temperature control
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3. Power Solutions
Data centers require sufficient redundancy to maintain uninterrupted service when power fails. R&M
power solutions combine intelligent PDUs, Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS) and Static Transfer
Switches (STS) with monitoring across the whole power chain.
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R&M ActiPower 4.0 Rack PDU
- Patented IEX socket holds both C14 and C20 plugs (IEC/EN and UL certified)
- Outlets in any combination of C13 / C19 for easy maintenance
- Hot-swappable, field-replaceable SNMP IP controller - less downtime
- Two 1 Gigabit Ethernet ports for redundant access
- Full colour OLED screen, cascading multi-sensor ports
- Up to 70% energy saving with bi-stable latching relays
- Hydraulic-magnetic circuit breakers, unaffected by ambient temperature
- Safe and reliable operation up to 60°C
- Security: 256-bit AES encryption, Radius, SNMP v3, SSHv2, SSL, HTTPS,
user permissions
- Power monitoring across the whole power chain with sophisticated alarming
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NETYS RT - Single-Phase UPS
- Complete rack or tower protection for IT systems
- For servers, networking devices, structured cabling, control systems,
switching and edge solutions
- Easy set-up - no configuration required upon initial launch
- Switchovers to battery mode are intelligently minimised
- Full performance maintained up to 40°C
- Hot-swappable modular battery extension
- Fast recharge, even for very long back-up time
- Li-Ion battery technology ready
- IoT ready device for access to connected services
- Range of communication protocols
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STATYS XS - Static Transfer Switch (STS)
- Two independent power supply circuits supplying power to the load
- Automatic switchover on main circuit failure, automatic switch back on restore
- Competitive single-corded alternative to redundant power supply
- Fast transfer time without source overlapping
- Compact enclosure saves valuable rack space
- Hot-swappable extraction / replacement of control and power unit
- Easy and quick connection of loads via multiple IEC 320 outlets
- Easy to use from front panel
- Remote management via LAN (SNMP), real-time monitoring (RS485)
Note: An IEC 62310 compliant STS with backfeed protection ensures
operational reliability and protection. Care must be taken in the transition
period between UPS standard IEC 62040 and the proper STS standard IEC 62310.
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4. Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM)
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R&M inteliPhy net 4.0 - DCIM Software
- Easy-to-operate DCIM for asset, capacity and change management
- Bundles and visualises capacities, cabling, patch panels, racks, PDUs and
IT equipment in a single database
- Drag-and-drop component representations
- Real-time monitoring of all ports and patch cords together with the
RFID-based R&M inteliPhy monitoring system
- User-created metamodels: a pre-configured device with plug-in cards, or a
complete assembled and wired cabinet, integrated in one step
- Tools to configure and visualise Optical Distribution Frames (ODF), suitable
for planning 19" and ETSI-based meet-me rooms
- Inventories IT equipment and applications, powerful global search
- Generates work orders, distributes them and monitors their execution
- Plans maintenance work and MAC processes, creates reports, completes audits
- Applications: colocation, edge and enterprise data centers
Works with: Netscale 48, Netscale 72, Netscale 120
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5. Fire Detection and Suppression
Fire risk in data centers is a significant concern due to the potentially devastating impact on
operations, data integrity and equipment. R&M supports an integrated approach with early
detection and low-damage suppression.
Early Fire Detection
- Aspirating smoke detection to EN 54-20 Class A (very early), Class B (early)
and Class C / EN 54-7 (normal)
- Intelligent smoke detectors positioned in the normal air flow for earliest
possible identification of changes
- Redundant detection methods and alert systems to avoid a single point of failure
- Integration with building management systems for coordinated response
Fog-Based (Water Mist) Fire Suppression
- Fine mist of water droplets cools the area and displaces oxygen
- Minimal water damage and corrosion risk, no residue and no clean-up
- Uses far less water than traditional sprinkler systems
- Lower environmental impact than gas-based solutions
- Quick reset means faster restoration of DC operations
- Safe for people, and can be integrated with other detection / suppression systems
6. Infrastructure Solutions and Applications
Data Center Types
- Hyperscale
- Colocation
- Enterprise
- Edge
- Telecom
- Internet Exchange
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Product Categories
- Connectivity and Cabling
- Copper and Fibre
- Racks and Housing
- Rows and Cubes
- Sensors and Power Supply
- Cooling and Fire Protection
- Safety and Security
- Monitoring and DCIM
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Areas Covered
- Computing Rooms
- Meet-Me Rooms
- Building Entry
- Campus
- Data Center Interconnect (DCI)
- Connection to network providers
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Supported Network Topologies
- Traditional Spine-Leaf (Clos)
- Multi-Pod Spine-Leaf
- Fat Tree Spine-Leaf
- Centralised Spine-Leaf
- Hyperconverged architectures
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7. Support and Warranty
- 25-year system warranty and lifetime application warranty for fully tested cabling
- R&M Academy Qualified Partner Program (QPP) certification for network and cabling professionals
- Support from network planning, via installation, to ongoing operation
- Evaluation, configuration, customizing, logistics, installation training and measurements
- 14 R&M plants worldwide with in-house supply chain
- Products available locally in more than 100 countries
- Sustainability: plan to halve CO2 emissions by 2030 and achieve full climate
neutrality by 2050
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