US Robotics Courier Console Port Server & Remote Power Hybrid Switch

Remotely access four serial devices or access those devices locally via a connected terminal with the Courier Console Port Server & Remote Power Hybrid Switch from US Robotics . This Console Port Server & Switch comes equipped with a single RS232 RJ-45 terminal port and four RJ-45 console ports designed to connect to devices such as routers, servers, and firewalls making them remotely accessible when the network goes down or Out-of-Band is the only available option. In addition to versatile connectivity options, this device supports a single administrator account and up to fifteen user accounts complete with username/password login access and notifications for unauthorized attempts to access the network. Accompanying the network ports are two C13 power outlets capable of power cycling servers, routers, and other connected appliances along with the ability to return connected devices to a previous power state following a power failure.

Serial Console Management

Switch between 4 serial devices remotely with a modem or locally with a connected terminal

Serial ports have 2 LEDs that indicate select, transmit, and receive

RS232 Async, full duplex operation

Supports software flow control in each direction

256 byte buffer, 2.5 kb when used with a Courier Business Modem

Uses standard Ethernet cables to connect the console server to network appliances

Power Management

Two C13 power outlets

Remotely power cycle servers, routers or other appliances quickly and efficiently

Power status (on/off)

Power meter provides true RMS current measurement of each outlet

High load rating supports high power rated appliances

Power state memory - after power failure, the unit returns to previous state

Simple User Interfaces

Simple menu-driven, key port operations accessible from the main menu

Command-line interface

Customizable port names for easy selection of serial and power ports

Industrial Quality Design

Desktop or 19" 1U Rackmount options included

Compact design ideal for branch offices with small IT closets or small off-site locations in need of remote management

Rugged steel housing

Designed and developed in the USA

Security

Username/password login security with an almost unlimited number of password combinations

Tighter security with optional strong password constraint

1 Administrator and 15 user accounts with permission-based port access and optional administrator privileges

Configurable security banner at login

Configurable login banner

Unauthorized access notifications and user lockout

Inactivity time out

Two factor security when used with a Courier Business Modem's additional security login

Additional dialback security with a Courier Business Modem - checks calls for password authorization and then dials back preset numbers to ensure appropriate users establish connections

Advanced Features

Remote flash capability lets you upgrade at remote locations from a central site

Use a master configuration file to easily setup duplicate units for multiple deployments

Line-feed pacing eliminates Cisco command processor overload when streaming CLI commands as a batch file

RS-232 Break signal generation allows Cisco routers to enter ROM Monitor mode

Same screen reboot controls for observing all critical boot messages during power cycle

Supports up to 4 appliances directly, expandable with additional units