RackTables
A datacenter asset management system.
Overview
RackTables is an open-source tool designed to manage the assets in data centers and server rooms. It helps document hardware assets, network addresses, rack space, and cabling. It provides a visual representation of racks and the devices within them, making it a useful tool for data center administrators.
✨ Key Features
- Rack and Enclosure Management
- Hardware Asset Management
- IP Address Management (IPAM)
- Physical Port and Cable Management
- Tagging System for Flexible Categorization
- 802.1Q VLAN Management
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong focus on visual rack management
- Simple and lightweight
- Mature and stable open-source project
Unique Value: Provides a simple, free, and visual way to document and manage data center hardware and rack space.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Visually documenting and managing the physical layout of server racks in a small data center.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Automated network discovery
- Software license management
- Cloud infrastructure documentation
🏆 Alternatives
More focused on the physical rack layout than phpIPAM, but less comprehensive in its overall data model and API capabilities compared to NetBox.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Fully featured open-source software.
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