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Avocent ACS16 AlterPath Console Server 16x RJ45 Ports, Single 10/100 Ethernet Port, Single AC Power ...
- 16 x RJ45 serial console ports
- Single 10/100 Ethernet port for management
- Secure remote access to network devices
- Supports both in-band and out-of-band management
- Ideal for data centers and enterprise networks
- Provides consolidated access to multiple devices
- Single AC power supply
- Command-line interface (CLI) management
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Number of Serial Ports
- 16
- Serial Port Connector
- RJ45
- Network Port
- 1 x 10/100 Ethernet
- Power
- Single AC
- Management
- In-band and Out-of-band
- Manufacturer
- Avocent
Product details
The Avocent ACS16 AlterPath Console Server provides secure in-band and out-of-band access to network devices through its 16 RJ45 serial ports. It features a single 10/100 Ethernet port for network management and a single AC power connection.
Technical Information
| Number of Serial Ports | 16 |
| Serial Port Connector | RJ45 |
| Network Port | 1 x 10/100 Ethernet |
| Power | Single AC |
Additional Specifications
| Management | In-band and Out-of-band |
| Manufacturer | Avocent |
| Product Line | AlterPath Console Server |
Description
The Avocent ACS16 AlterPath Console Server, identified by SKU ACS16, is a dedicated hardware appliance designed to provide secure and reliable access to the console ports of network infrastructure devices. With 16 RJ45 serial ports, it allows IT administrators to manage a significant number of routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and other network equipment from a centralized point. This console server supports both in-band and out-of-band management. In-band management utilizes the device's primary network connection (the 10/100 Ethernet port), while out-of-band management provides a direct, independent path to the serial consoles, crucial for troubleshooting network outages or device failures when the main network is unavailable. This dual approach ensures continuous access and control over critical infrastructure. Designed for enterprise data centers and network operations centers (NOCs), the ACS16 facilitates efficient remote management, configuration, and troubleshooting. Its robust security features help protect access to sensitive network devices, and its consolidated nature reduces the complexity and physical footprint associated with managing numerous individual console connections. The single AC power supply simplifies deployment in standard rack environments.
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