A data center model is built on a local computer using components that are positioned on the floor using the mouse and then modified, as needed, using editor panels. Tools are available to line up objects and make sure the model is set up correctly – with enough airflow and cooling to meet the demands of the IT equipment. If objects are poorly positioned or the cooling falls short, warnings are issued.
Once the model is built, it is sent to a remote computing cluster for automatic meshing, solving, and postprocessing. The user is notified when the job is complete. He or she then downloads the results to the local computer for viewing in a browser. The numerical reports can be imported into an excel spreadsheet and the graphics can be saved to standard file formats.