Avocent ACS 6000 manual

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Contents Cyclades ACS FCC Warning Statement Safety and EMC Approvals and MarkingsCanadian DOC Notice Cyclades ACS Symbols Used TA B LE of C on TE N TS Port Access and Configuration Examples Table of Contents Page Introduction, Navigation Commands Access Options and How to Log Into the CLI CLI utility can be accessed in the following waysConfiguration Tasks Performed With the CLI To start the CLICLI Navigation Cli- cdTabTabAutocompletion Introduction, Navigation and CommandsPrompt like the following appears at each level Command Line Syntax ParametersSyntax used Page Commands Used for the CLI HelpAdd DeleteConnect PwdSniff Exit/quit ShareDisconnect FtpCommit ScpSet RevertListconfiguration ShowGo to the PDU level under access Go to the access levelTo power control on, off, cycle outlets of one specific PDU Cycle, on, off, lock and unlockOpiepasswd PasswdGo to the outlet level for the specific PDU Listsharedsession Special Multi-session CommandsWiz KillsharedsessionCleandbuf and cleanappliancedatabuf Showdatabuf and showappliancedatabufCLI Equivalent Actions to Web Manager Checkbox Selection Page Port Access and Configuration Examples Port Access and Configuration TasksFor Power Access Parameters Field Description For ApplianceFor Serial Port Port Access and Configuration Examples Field For OutletsConnect to a Device Console Connected to a Serial Port Accessing Serial Ports using tsmenuTo connect to a device console connected to a serial port Tsmenu options Manage Power for a Device Connected to an Outlet on a PDUPort Configuration Examples To close the target sessionEnter show to view the status of port To set up a console access service CAS portLog onto the CLI as an administrator To enable a power management portPage Type ls to see available sub-nodes Enter cd system to navigate to the System level SystemEnter ls to view the available options Enter cd security to navigate to the security level System/SecuritySystem/Security Options System Navigation Tree System/Date and Time CLI Overview for AdministratorsDate and Time Options Date and Time Navigation Tree System/General To set the login bannerSystem/Help and Language To set the online help URLSystem/Information System/Boot ConfigurationEnter show to view the system information System/UsageNetwork Network/SettingsEnter show to view the list of available options Enter cd network to navigate to the Network levelNetwork/Devices To configure a IPv4 or IPv6 static IP addressNetwork/IPv4 and IPv6 Network/IPv4 and IPv6 Options IPv4 and IPv6 Navigation TreeTo add a host to the host table Enter show to view the changesNetwork/Hosts Network/Devices Options Devices Navigation TreeHosts cli-cd 172.26.31.164/settings Type add then press ReturnEnter cd network/firewall to navigate to the firewall level Network/FirewallNetwork/IPSecVPN Enter cd network/ipsecvpn to navigate to the ipsecvpn levelEnter cd network/snmp to navigate to the snmp level Wiz commandNetwork/SNMP 11 Network/IPSecVPN Options IPSecVPN Navigation TreeEnter cd ports to navigate to the Ports level Ports13 Ports Options Ports Navigation Tree CLI Overview for Administrators 14 Serial Port Commands CommandSummary Auxiliary ports To copy the configuration from serial port 5 to ports 10Appliance with an internal modem Pluggable Devices Appliance without an internal modemUsers Authentication16 Authentication Options Authentication Navigation Tree Enter cd users to navigate to the users levelSyslog To add a user and passwordEnter show to verify that the new user has been added Enter save18 Syslog Options Syslog Navigation Tree EventsandLogs19 EventsandLogs Options EventsandLogs Navigation Tree 20 Power Management Options Descriptions Option Description Power ManagementPower Management Options are described in the table below To rename a PDUActive Sessions Information CLI Overview for Administrators Enter set newpduid=newPDUIDTo manage power for a selected outlet To view and kill ActiveSessionsPage Connect to the console of the console server as root Enter shell. a warning appears followed by the root promptPage Appendix B Migration CLI Access rightsTable B.1 Access Rights Groups Members Permissions AppendicesConfig administration bootconf Table B.2 Commands Not Supported by the Migration CLIAdministration Config administration notificationsConfig physicalports access Command Value or DescriptionsConfig network hostSettings Config physicalports databufferingConfig physicalports power management Config security profile customConfig security loadkey Url Username Page Run the groups command to verify Appendix C Su and Sudo CommandsSu command Table C.1 Su Command Options OptionDescriptionSudo command Configuring sudoTo delete a member from the wheel group Page Page To resolve an issue Appendix D Technical SupportPage For Technical Support

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The Avocent ACS 6000 is a leading edge solution designed for remote access and management of critical IT infrastructure. This compact and robust device serves as a key tool for IT administrators, allowing them to manage serial console access for servers, networking equipment, and other serially controlled devices. Ideal for both enterprise environments and smaller settings, the ACS 6000 enhances operational efficiency and reliability.

One of the standout features of the Avocent ACS 6000 is its ability to provide secure remote access. The device supports various security protocols, including SSH, SSL, and IP filtering, ensuring that access to the managed devices is protected against unauthorized entry. With strong encryption standards, it provides peace of mind for organizations handling sensitive data.

The ACS 6000 is equipped with advanced management capabilities, enabling administrators to monitor and control serial communications across multiple devices from a single interface. This centralized management not only reduces the complexity associated with handling numerous individual devices, but it also streamlines troubleshooting and system diagnostics, resulting in quicker response times and less downtime.

Another notable characteristic of the ACS 6000 is its scalability. The modular design allows for easy expansion as organizational needs evolve. IT managers can begin with a basic configuration and upgrade seamlessly by adding more ports or features as necessary. This flexibility makes the ACS 6000 an ideal solution for growing organizations.

User-friendly features such as an intuitive web interface simplify the setup and configuration process. Through this interface, users can easily navigate and utilize various functions, including alert settings, logging, and reporting features that provide valuable insights into device performance and usage patterns.

In addition to its robust functionality, the ACS 6000 is designed with reliability in mind. Built to endure varied environmental conditions, it operates reliably in data centers and remote locations alike. The device can also handle high-voltage operations, making it versatile for various industrial applications.

In summary, the Avocent ACS 6000 stands out as an essential tool for modern IT management, delivering secure, scalable, and user-friendly solutions for remote access to serial controlled devices. With its advanced features and robust design, it effectively meets the challenges of IT infrastructure management in today's fast-paced digital landscape.