Design &
Simulate
Your
Data Center
Meta Panel Interface: 3D Design, Power Monitoring, and Integrated CLI Terminal.
Core Interface Features
Monitoring Dashboard
Real-time indicator bar at the top displaying critical room statistics.
- Racks: Active rack count (e.g., 7 RACKS)
- Power: Real-time power consumption (e.g., 60.5kW)
- Temperature: Average room temperature
- Uptime: Server uptime percentage
Equipment Library
Left side panel containing ready-to-use network device collections (Drag & Drop).
- Standard Rack Server
- Network Switch & Router
- UPS & Power Distribution Unit
- Cooling System / HVAC
3D Server Viewport
Central main area displaying 3D room visualization with smart markers.
- Auto ID Labels (SRV-006, SRV-007)
- 360° Camera Rotation & Navigation
- Color Heatmap (Red/Blue)
- Cable & Connectivity Visualization
Console Simulation
CLI simulation terminal at the bottom for virtual network configuration.
- Linux/Cisco Command Emulation
- Security & Firewall Simulation
- Virtual Ping, Traceroute, and SSH
- Running Configuration Status
Download Meta Panel
Use the desktop version for full performance, or the mobile version for on-the-go design.
Install Meta Panel App
Enjoy fullscreen experience, offline access, and instant performance without manual download.
System Eligibility Test
Check if your browser & hardware are ready to run the 3D Meta Panel Simulator optimally.
Calculating...
Evaluating WebGL and hardware readiness.
Release Notes
Advanced Heatmap & Cable Routing
Introduced dynamic thermal heatmap and automatic cable routing system between network devices.
CLI Terminal Integration
Added Cisco-like command line interface for device configuration and virtual SSH access.
Initial Launch
Core 3D viewport, drag & drop equipment library, and basic power monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes! Meta Panel is currently in the submission process for the Microsoft Store as a Desktop PWA app. This PWA version is designed to be lightweight, run fully offline, and integrate directly with Windows Sandbox/Windows OS with full Microsoft Store security standards.
The desktop version (.exe on Windows, .zip on macOS/Linux) is packaged using an Electron wrapper. This provides full access to isolated Hardware Acceleration, more stable 3D rendering performance for dense server rooms, and freedom from standard browser sandbox limitations.
Because the exe file is packaged independently without a commercial code signing certificate (which is very expensive), Windows SmartScreen may detect it as an unrecognized file. This is completely normal. Simply click "More info" and then select "Run anyway" to proceed with the safe installation.
Documentation & User Guide
1. Introduction to Meta Panel
Meta Panel is a data center (server room) designer simulator based on a 3D graphical user interface (GUI) with command-line interface (CLI) integration. Designed for network engineers, infrastructure architects, and IT students who want to simulate server rack placement, monitor power metrics, and configure devices in real-time.
2. Installation Guide
- Download the file
Meta Panel Server Rooms.exe - Double-click the downloaded file.
- If a Windows SmartScreen warning appears, click More info then select Run anyway.
- Follow the installation instructions (Next > Install).
- Open Meta Panel from the Start Menu.
- Download the file
Meta Panel Server Room-darwin-x64.zip - Extract the ZIP file.
- Move the Meta Panel.app application to the Applications folder.
- Open the app. If blocked by Gatekeeper, go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy, then click Open Anyway.
- Download the file
MetaPanelServerRoom-linux-x64.zip - Extract the ZIP file in your preferred directory.
- Open a terminal, navigate to the extracted folder.
- Grant execution permissions:
chmod +x meta-panel - Run the application:
./meta-panel
3. User Guide (Workflow)
Adding Devices (Drag & Drop)
Open the Equipment Library panel on the left. Drag devices like Server Rack, Switch, or UPS into the central 3D Viewport area to place them.
Monitoring Capacity & Temperature
After placing a device, observe the Monitoring Dashboard at the top. The indicator bar will show increased power consumption (Power) and the heat map (Heatmap) will appear in temperature visualization mode.
Configuration via Console (CLI)
Double-click on a network device (like Router/Switch) to activate the Console
Simulation terminal at the bottom. Use standard commands like ping, show interfaces, or configure terminal.
Communicating in the Global Chat Room
Use the panel on the right to discuss your designs with the community in real-time. Make sure you are Signed In with your Google account to participate.
Performance Tips
For the best 3D simulation experience, ensure Hardware Acceleration is enabled in your browser, and your graphics card drivers are up to date.