OpenManage Essentials 1.2 includes now VRTX a new server platform from Dell.

Following the previous release of OME (OpenManage Essentials), henceforth the new version brings support for VRTX . This means
more flexibility for:

·        administrators trying to monitor devices in multiple physical locations

·        For companies running remote or branch offices.

As key new features to look for in OpenManage Essentials 1.2, we have:

• Support for Discovery, Inventory and Geographical View for Dell PowerEdge VRTX devices.
• Addition of Microsoft Windows Server 2012 as a supported operating system for the management station.
• Improved Searching capability.
• Sending warranty expiration notification through email.
• Display warranty expiration status using the scoreboard icon.
• Adding support for Dell Compellent, Dell Force10 E-Series and C-Series, Dell PowerConnect 8100 series, Dell PowerVault FS7500, and PowerVault NX3500 devices.
• Support for installing OpenManage Essentials on a domain controller.
• Allow creating granular permission control based on device group.
• Additional reports: Asset Acquisition Information, Asset Maintenance Information, Asset Support Information, and Licensing Information.
• Addition of a device group for Citrix XenServers and Dell PowerEdge C servers in the device tree. And many more...

For OME 1.2 download and for the latest information, you can join the Dell TechCenter page on OpenManage Essentials.