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Lab Automation - Components

The following tools are integral components to fully automate an engineering test lab.

• Layer 1 Switches
  • Wire Once Technology
  • Reconfiguration of hardware is done in seconds
  • Allows for sharing of expensive test equipment

Out of Band Solutions

• Console Servers
  • Provides remote, out of band access
  • Allows for port buffering — easier troubleshooting
• Intelligent Power Strips
  • Remote reboot capability
• Scheduling software
  • Avoid conflict in equipment usage
  • Increases utilization of test equipment