WTI – Western Telematic Inc.
A Console Server is a wonderful tool for out of band management. When remote network devices crash or lock-up, a Console Server provides an extremely convenient way too access serial port functions on remote devices in order to fix the problem. This works fine when the reason for the crash is a problem with a [...]
Large, modern, corporate networks often include dozens of remote network equipment sites. Sometimes, these remote sites are located several states away; other times, they might be located on the other side of the Earth. With this in mind, it quickly becomes obvious that in order to maintain such a network, it’s vital for the network [...]
Normally, when we think of a serial console server, we picture a data center, equipment cabinets, and some guy behind a desk monitoring it all. This stereotype usually holds true, but there are also many console server applications that most people aren’t aware of, such as using a console server in a missile launch system. [...]
A device that includes both console port access and power management capabilities is a benefit to any network. A hybrid console server allows access to command functions as well as the ability to turn the unit on or off or to reboot the unit if necessary. Normally, a standard console server would only allow you [...]
SNMP network management is a must for all networks of all sizes. Compaines like Solarwinds have great SNMP monitoring and management packages to identify, monitor, and manage all IP enabled devices on a company’s network. The presence of a console server or terminal server with SNMP capability is a vital part of SNMP management, because [...]
A Console Server can be deployed in many ways to make accessing equipment more efficient as well as requiring less man power to fix a problem. One example is using them on an oil drilling platform. Mainly everyone working on the rig itself has a specific job and is needed daily. Having a full time [...]
One important factor to consider when deploying a Console Server solution is support and warranty period. Most Console Server manufactures offer a one or two year pre-paid warranty with the first being the industry standard. WTI sells cutting edge Console Servers with a 5 year pre-paid warranty and lifetime free support. This is extremely important [...]
The most important feature on a Console Server for a data center which can be located world wide would have to be the “Ethernet port” also known as your network connection. This Console Server feature allows for you to access your routers, switches, UPS, telephony, and firewalls remotely from any where in the world. Console [...]
Console servers that also have power reboot capabilities are very difficult to find and there are only a few companies that make them. WTI is one of them. WTI – RSM-8R4 WTI’s unit has 8 console ports and 4 power ports. It has SSHv2 Encryption, HTTPS/SSL Secure Web, Reverse SSH, Secure Authentication: LDAP/Kerberos/RADIUS/TACACS+, and SNMP [...]
When buying a Console Server you will need to know how many network elements per location for management and consolidated access. This will determine the port density of the Console Server you will be purchasing. Another thing to consider is the type of administrator/user access that will be available to your Console Server. Will users [...]
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