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1.0 Product Description
The ConsoleServer 3200 (also referred to as the CS 3200) is one of the most versatile
network administration tools available today, allowing as many as 17 simultaneous
users to access up to 32 connected devices via the RS-232C serial protocol. Pull-down
menus help users navigate through all the functions of the ConsoleServer 3200,
creating an easy-to-use way to access system resources.
The ConsoleServer 3200 consists of eight device card slots, two switch card slots, four
terminal/network slots, one modem slot and one control slot. The power supply slot
contains two independent power supplies for redundant operation. The basic system
consists of the power supply module, two switch cards, and the control card. The
remaining card slots are populated according to the application requirements.
All system parameters are stored in non-volatile data flash memory. This data flash
memory is organized such that there is always a complete copy of all data. Typical
stored information includes the users’ identities, user passwords, port parameters (such
as baud rate, device name, etc.) and other system information. The data flash memory
allow for a maximum of 200 user profiles to be stored, along with the parameters for all
cards. System parameters may be backed up and restored from a local serial
connection. See 6.10.
An important feature of the ConsoleServer 3200 is the ability to re-configure the system
hardware and software without turning off the power. The system boards have circuitry
that allows them to be 'hot swapped' so the system may be expanded at any time while
in use. In addition, from time to time, new features may be added to the system
software. A direct connection to the system administrator port or a network connection
to a tftp server allows all of the system programs to be updated. See Appendix B for
details on flash updates.
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Fig. 1 Rear View of ConsoleServer 3200