The report is generated automatically to include each of the base stations information including name, location, zone, and firmware data.

Exporting report data to .csv file

You can export the sensor data from your reports to a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file format that can be used with an Excel spreadsheet.

To export the report sensor data:

1.In the Create Report window, create your custom report.

2.Select the Tabular viewing option.

3.Right-click the row of data you want to export.

4.Select Export. A window appears asking you to save the file.

If you do not see the download window, you might have pop-ups blocked or need to add the server to your trusted zone to allow file downloads. See your browser documentation for enabling pop-ups.

Viewing sensor data for analysis

1.Specify the data you want to compare.

a.Select the aging criteria.

b.Select the first base station and a specific temperature sensor.

c.Select the second base station and a specific temperature sensor.

d.Select the third base station and a specific temperature sensor.

2.Select how you want the data comparison shown. A row of buttons provides access to viewing options.

oSelect Tabular to view the data in a simple detail format.

oSelect Chart to plot the retrieved data on a chart and compare sensor trends across a set timeline. For more information, see Customizing charts (on page 68).

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HP Data Center EnvIronmental Edge manual Exporting report data to .csv file, Viewing sensor data for analysis

Data Center EnvIronmental Edge specifications

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