NFMI’s ESPY^TM Locater System is a complete hardware and software system that locates data center assets in real-time to improve up-time and increase utilization, tighten security, and reduce costs associated with missing or lost equipment.

NFMI’s ESPY consists of antennas on the inside of each rack door, electronic tags on each asset, and proprietary tracking software. The antennas are connected through a multiplexed network to tag readers that allow assets to be quickly located.  The readers automatically send location information by asset at user defined intervals or on-demand to ESPY’s database where the data is stored and easily accessible to operators.

Each electronic asset tag is programmed with a permanent asset number and has the asset number barcoded and printed in human readable form on the outside of the tag. These tags require no maintenance such as changing batteries. The small tags sit on cards that allow them to be placed away from the asset’s cooling holes to ensure proper airflow.  NFMI also offers ‘ruggedized’ tags for hazardous environments.

ESPY allows the user to quickly locate specific assets, take inventories, and verify service was correctly performed. Please contact us to discuss how we can help you improve your Data Center Infrastructure Management.