The CMS-6R4 Console Management + Power Control Switch, is designed for remote network management installations where rack space is precious and only a few network elements are in the rack. The CMS-6R4 combines six RS232 Console ports with four power reboot outlets and an internal 33.6Kbps Modem all in a 1U package. The CMS-6R4 provides remote access to RS232 console ports and maintenance ports on UNIX servers, routers and other network equipment, and also allows in-band or out-of-band control of power switching and reboot operations. System Administrators can access remote devices in order to change configuration parameters, connect users to restricted ports, collect buffered data, and perform Power On/Off/Reboot operations and a variety of other administrative functions.
Security Features and Co-Location Features
In order to protect access to sensitive configuration and operation features, the CMS-6R4 provides two different levels of password security; the Supervisor and the Non-Supervisor Level. The Supervisor Level allows access to all configuration and switching functions, and the Non-Supervisor Level only allows access to assigned plugs and ports, and cannot be used to change unit configuration.
Passwords transmitted via web browser use basic 64 bit encryption techniques to assure that your user-defined passwords remain secret and secure and that access to your equipment is protected.
In addition to password security features, the CMS-6R4 also includes an address specific IP security mask, which can be employed to prevent unauthorized network access to command mode, and an Invalid Access Lockout feature, which can automatically lock ports if the unit detects a series of invalid attempts to enter command mode.
Easy to Configure, Easy to Use
The CMS-6R4 can be configured and operated over a TCP/IP network using standard Telnet or a JavaScript enabled Web Browser, and can also be accessed via modem, or locally via serial port. Simple, user friendly-commands and web page menus allow you to assign unit parameters, view status, and initiate port connections and power switching operations. Outlets and serial ports can be addressed by number or by user-defined names.
