If you work in education IT, you already know technology is expanding rapidly, but your the size of your team probably isn’t.
Between rushing to classrooms to fix individual devices, managing digital learning platforms, and trying to keep the infrastructure secure, education IT teams are stretched. When you’re constantly putting out fires across multiple buildings, finding the time to physically check on server rooms, rack temperatures, and UPS battery health seems like an impossible task.
With APC by Schneider Electric’s remote management software and NetBotz environmental monitoring, you can oversee every server room and power status remotely—all from a centralised dashboard.
1. Data-Driven Management: Monitor Your Systems from Anywhere
If a UPS fails or a main breaker trips over the weekend, you shouldn’t have to wait until Monday morning to discover a dead network. With APC’s software licenses, you can gain complete, remote visibility over your distributed systems. This data-driven approach minimises downtime, ensures clean server shutdowns during extended outages, and lets you stay ahead of maintenance issues before they cause a crisis.
APC EcoStruxure IT SmartConnect Plans: Seamlessly connect your cloud-enabled UPS units to monitor battery health, receives automated status alerts, and get firmware updates pushed right to your dashboard.
APC SWITE1YR-DIGI EcoStruxure IT Expert (1 Year Subscription): The ultimate multi-vendor monitoring platform. It gathers information from across your distributed IT infrastructure, giving you real-time visibility, proactive recommendations, and alerts on your phone or PC.
APC PowerChute Network Shutdown License for Virtualisation & HCI: Essential for modern school networks running virtual environments. In the event of a prolonged power outage, PowerChute safely migrates or shuts down virtual machines and Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) to prevent data corruption.
2. Protect Your Physical Equipment: NetBotz Security & Environmental Monitoring
Software and power protection are vital, but what happens when a physical threat compromises your server room? A leaky pipe, a broken air conditioning unit, or an unauthorized student wandering into an unlocked network closet?
The APC NetBotz series acts as your eyes and ears on the ground, utilising real-time smart sensors to stop physical threats before they cause a network meltdown:
From environmental rack monitors, sensors, rack access and security, and cables and accessories, APC NetBotz has you covered for every unexpected situation that might cause your essential IT infrastructure damage.
At Comms Express, we understand the tight budgets and resource constraints facing the education sector. Whether you need to pick up a few software licenses to connect your existing hardware, or you want to outfit a new server room, our team is here to help.
Get in touch with the Comms Express sales team today to learn about our special public sector and education discounts, or to request a custom quote:
Call us: 0800 488 0000
Email us: [email protected]
