Lantronix SLC 8000 manual Introduction, Features, Console Management, Power

2:Introduction

The SLC 8000 advanced console manager enables IT system administrators to manage remote servers and IT infrastructure equipment securely over the Internet.

IT equipment can be configured, administered, and managed in a variety of ways, but most devices have one method in common: an RS-232 serial port, sometimes called a console, auxiliary, or management port. These ports are often accessed directly by connecting a terminal or laptop to them, meaning that the administrator must be in the same physical location as the equipment. The SLC 8000 advanced console manager gives the administrator a way to access them remotely from anywhere there is a network or modem connection.

Many types of equipment can be accessed and administered using console managers including:

Servers: Unix, Linux, Windows, and others.

Networking equipment: Routers, switches, storage networking.

Telecom: PBX, voice switches.

Other systems with serial interfaces: Heating/cooling systems, security/building access systems, UPS, medial devices.

The key benefits of using console managers:

Saves money: Enables remote management and troubleshooting without sending a technician onsite. Reduces travel costs and downtime costs.

Saves time: Provides instant access and reduces response time, improving efficiency.

Simplifies access: Enables you to access equipment securely and remotely after hours and on weekends and holidays—without having to schedule visits or arrange for off-hour access.

Protects assets: Security features provide encryption, authentication, authorization, and firewall features to protect your IT infrastructure while providing flexible remote access.

The SLC advanced console manager provides features such as convenient text menu systems, break-safe operation, port buffering (logging), remote authentication, and Secure Shell (SSH) access. Dial-up modem support ensures access when the network is not available.

Features

Console Management

Up to 48 RS-232 serial ports for console connectivity

Enables system administrators to remotely manage devices with serial console ports, e.g., Linux, Unix, and recent versions of Windows servers, routers, telecom, and switches with RS- 232C (now EIA-232) compatible serial consoles in a 1U-tall rack space. All models have two Ethernet ports called Eth1 and Eth2 in this document.

Provides data logging, monitoring, and secure access control via the Internet

Power

Universal AC power input (100-240V, 50/60 Hz)

Convection cooled, silent operation, low power consumption

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