Control the Environment

The primary function of the cooling unit is to cool air from the hot aisle and deliver it to the cold aisle at the temperature setpoint. The control strategies employed by the cooling unit depend upon the deployment strategy of the cooling group.

In an in-row environment, the cooling unit supplies constant-temperature supply air to the common cold aisle. The fan speed is modulated to ensure that the desired volume of air reaches the IT equipment. The fan speed is determined by the difference between the cooling setpoint and the maximum rack air inlet temperature.

In a HACS or RACS environment, the cooling unit neutralizes the heat accumulated in the common hot aisle and expels it back into the surrounding environmental space while maintaining the desired temperature in the cold aisle.

How the Cool mode works

Cool: Cooling control is varied based on configuration:

•InRow: The equipment maintains the supply air temperature setpoint by regulating the flow of chilled water through the cooling coil. The evaporator fan speed is controlled by comparing the rack inlet temperature to the cooling setpoint. As the rack temperature increases compared to the cooling setpoint, the fans increase output to maintain the setpoint. As rack temperature decreases compared to the cooling setpoint, the fans decrease output to maintain the setpoint.

•RACS/HACS: The supply air setpoint is maintained the same way as with the InRow configuration. The fan speed is controlled by the fan speed preference setting. The fan speed can be selected based on the temperature differential across the cooling unit. As actual supply and return temperatures deviate from the fan speed preference setting, the fan speed increases to bring the temperature difference back down to the setpoint or decreases fan output to increase the unit temperature differential.

Fluid Calibration Mode: Runs the cooling unit with the valve fully open and at minimum fan speed. This special mode is typically used to balance the fluid flow in multiple units or in one unit. This mode generates a critical alarm. The cooling unit will take some time to return to normal operation once the Fluid Calibration Mode is turned off.

See Supply Air and Return Air on page 24 for more information.

Setpoints

Path: Main > Set Group Setpoints

A setpoint is the target value that a cooling group tries to maintain in the rack. The default setpoints are appropriate for most cooling applications.

The setpoints for each mode must be within the following ranges:

•Cool: 18.0–25.0°C (64.4–90.0°F)

•Supply Air: 17.0–23.0°C (59.0–86.4°F)

NOTE: The Supply Air setting is defined when the cooling group is commissioned. This task is performed by authorized personnel only.

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ACRC501, ACRC502, ACRC500 specifications

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has introduced its sophisticated line of edge computing solutions, namely the ACRC500, ACRC501, and ACRC502. These models are designed specifically to meet the increasing demand for efficient and reliable edge computing environments across various industries.

The ACRC500 serves as a compact and versatile solution that caters to small to medium-sized applications. It is engineered to optimize performance by utilizing advanced thermal management technologies. With a scalable architecture, the ACRC500 can easily be adapted for diverse workloads, making it ideal for facilities requiring quick deployment and efficient operation.

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All three models—ACRC500, ACRC501, and ACRC502—are built on Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure platform. This innovation enables real-time monitoring and analytics, facilitating proactive maintenance and reducing downtime. Furthermore, they support IoT applications, making them ideal for smart factory implementations, healthcare analytics, and energy management systems.

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In conclusion, the ACRC500, ACRC501, and ACRC502 represent Schneider Electric's commitment to innovation in edge computing. With their array of features and technologies, these models are poised to meet the evolving needs of industries across the globe, driving the future of operational efficiency and sustainability.
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