May 2019 Updates

In May 2019, Local Edge Configurator brings many new features to improve design and configuration experience for users.

•  "Micro Data Center Reference Designs" are now available in Europe. These designs  present users with pre-validated, fully configured rack designs. Users can also make changes to these designs to suit their needs.

•  This release also includes improved validation and SKU suggestion options for better design and configuration experience. Following is the list of new features: 

1. Micro Data Center Reference Designs for Europe

Step1: Start by selecting "Environment Type": IT or Office.

Step 2: Guidance feature shows an optimum solution for selected environment. Change requirements to suit your needs and Local Edge Configurator shows a relevant list of SKUs.

Click "Add to Design" when your configuration is complete.

2. Rack PDU capacity validation

• Local Edge Configurator now has a feature to validate load against connected rack PDU.
• Users will see a warning when load exceeds rPDU's capacity.

3. Vertical mounting position indicator

• Available zero U positions are displayed at the bottom of each rack.
• Count is updated as vertical equipment is added to the rack.

4. Find Matching service SKUs for selected equipment

• Users can now select service SKUs suitable for selected equipment.
• This feature is available in Catalog view and Rack view.
• Catalog view: Select equipment from the list and click "Matching Services" to find matching service SKUs.

• Rack view: Select Rack or any equipment and "Matching Services" option is available in the widget. Click to list relevant service SKUs.

5. Modify U-height for 3rd party equipment

• Users can now modify U-height for 3rd party equipment in Rack view.
• Select equipment and set U-height from the right hand side properties panel.

6. Reference Designs NAM : New software and monitoring sku

W1YONSITENBD-SP-* SKUs will not not only remote monitor the UPS (EcoStruxure Asset Advisor does) but also the labor cost if that UPS needs fixing. This SKU is added to design when user selects Software and Monitoring -> Schneider option.

March 2019 updates

In March 2019, Local Edge Configurator brings many new features to improve design and configuration experience for users.

• Pre-configured MicroDC design options have a new addition, "Micro Data Center Reference Designs"   presenting users with pre-validated, fully configured rack designs. At the same time, users can make   changes to these designs to suit their needs
•  Alliance Reference Architectures are now available in Europe.
•  Additionally, we are happy to announce feature enhancements in the tool based on feedback received  from users across the globe.

Micro Data Center Reference Designs for NAM

Use Reference designs to add pre-validated rack solutions into your edge solution.

•  Start by selecting your environment - 'IT' or 'Office'.
• The tool guides the user to complete a design by presenting pre-validated design components that fit together. Reference Designs are powered by Ecostruxure offer for better Monitoring and Control.
• Add or remove components based on your needs. 

Alliance Reference Architectures for Europe

Alliance Reference Architectures (previously referred as HCIs) are now available for use in Europe. Choose from three options "Cisco", "HPE”, and "Scale" to find further configuration options to add an Alliance Architecture in your Design.

Conditional auto approval for Europe

Solutions created via Local Edge Configurator in Europe can now be auto approved with user's consent in design portal.

Before submitting solution , click on "Accept warnings" to proceed for Auto approval of a solution.

Include prices in downloadable reports

Equipment prices now available in downloadable Reports. Download report in word format to edit. These price adjustments however will not be reflected in ISX design or in order management system.

Marking “Existing” Equipment in reports.

Updated assembly and elevation reports: Existing equipment is included and clearly marked in these reports for better view of rack design for users.

Add equipment  Physical characteristics  to reports.

New report: "Rack Weight" gives users an overview of the total weight of the custom configured rack to help them decide placement of rack in raised floor conditions.

New product filter  options.

Local Edge Configurator has added two new categories in filter options to help users find relevant products based on product type and product family

• Use "Management" filter options to find monitoring and control software products.
• Use "UPS options and accessories" filter options to find requires UPS options and accessories.

Management Filter Options

UPS Options and Accessories

Local Edge Configurator updates - November 2018

New version of Local Edge Configurator has following new features :

1. Country availability

Local Edge Configurator is Now available in Qatar

2. Updated UI

Local Edge Configurator pages are redesigned for better user experience :

1. Navigation bar is moved from Top to Left.
2. Easy access to User Preferences , click on "Settings" icon to view/Edit.
3. Collapsible side navigation makes more room in Rack View.

3. Editable Custom Devices

Now you can Edit physical and Electrical parameters of your custom device.

4. Easy Service selection 
Find and add Installation and Extended warranty services to your design using new service filter options.

5. President Racks for India

Add President Racks to design via Local Edge Configurator.

Mark as existing

You can mark any equipment as existing In the Rack View either directly in the Rack View or using the right-hand mounting tree. Once the equipment is selected, you can mark it as existing by using the keyboard shortcut 'e'.

APC equipment that is marked as existing will be excluded from the Bill of Materials and shipping report.