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Black Box Console Server user guide 20
Typical applications summary
Managing devices over the LAN/WAN
The Console Server allows the administrator to Telnet to the appropriate port on the
console server. With the Console Server in band management functionality,
administrators can gain access to attached devices from anywhere on the LAN/WAN
provided they know the IP addresses. The Console Server also allows access to
multiple devices simultaneously.
Managing devices without accessing the LAN/WAN
In the event of a network failure, the Console Server allows the administrator access
via a modem attached to one of the serial ports on the unit to access attached devices.
Network security
Console Server provides a comprehensive suite of security features to allow an
organization to implement robust security planning to prevent unauthorized access.
These include SLIP and PPP Remote User dial-in and support for RADIUS.
For a secure LAN connection, the Console Server supports SSH version 1 and
version 2 protocol. Remote server connections with SSH protocol uses an encrypted
data channel with support for password and other authentications.
Management and diagnostics
Independent tests have proved Console Serverextremely easy to configure and
install. A comprehensive array of software tools allows the Console Server to be
configured, managed and upgraded either locally or remotely over the network and
even via the Internet.
These tools include JETset, for complete port management from any location via a
Web browser, and easy downloads of software upgrades to the unit's flash memory.
Command line and menu interfaces are included, as is a separate local management
port, plus industry standard control and management facilities - SNMP, BOOTP,
DHCP and DNS.