A serial switch puts the old manual switches used on serial ports back into the stone age. A serial switch, or console server, provides both in band and out of band access by bringing together all the components of a network. This device allows a network administrator to access the network securely from any location [...]
Some people give up after spending hours on the internet trying to find out what a con server is and never discover that it is another name for a console server. In order to fully understand what this server is, it is important to explain not only what it is but also what it does.
A console server is a piece of hardware with software installed that allows multiple computers, routers, and other servers to be connected, all via the same access panel. Console servers come in many different sizes, from connecting a few small computers for a small business to keeping thousands of servers and machines in a multi-billion [...]
A console switch is an integral part of any large network since it provides a connection between several sequential devices into one console. This means everything from servers, routers, network devices, and other infrastructure are accessible from the console switch. Larger companies tend to use a console for all of their management needs because it [...]
In the early 1990s, many companies started to implement a device commonly known as a terminal switch or terminal server in an effort to be able to transport printer and terminal information over to a particular vendor specific network. Companies were now able to increase their network stability and productivity with this newfound technology. The [...]
Imagine if you broke down one day and all you had to do was call your auto mechanic and they were able to dial into your vehicle and provide the necessary repairs to the engine all while you are sitting right there stranded on the roadside. Well, this type of technology exists for businesses. With [...]
Whether a business is small and has only a handful of computers, or it is large and has tens of thousands of computers, it will need some way to control certain aspects of information flow and infrastructure, as well as man other tasks related to maintaining control of these individual machines. Having this type of [...]
A console manager can reduce operating costs and increase the accessibility of information between various offices all while providing additional protection for all of the company’s computers. Â This program will allow multiple users the ability to access and share information through different levels while under the control of a manager. With a console manager a [...]
Out of band management allows and administrator the ability to gain access to a computer that is unresponsive; for instance if the computer is turned off, hibernating or asleep. Out of band management provides a necessary function for times that in band management may not be possible, such as when the operating system is no [...]
Console management can save a company money when they invest in one of these time saving consoles. Â The console management system was designed to help system administrators by gathering and managing serial console connections. Â It can provide additional security features, as well as event screening and data classification.