Terminal & Device Servers

The IOLAN SCR1618 Console Server provides data center managers with secure remote console management of any device with an RS232 or Ethernet RJ45 console port. This cost-effective 1U rack solution maintains protocol integrity across Ethernet and adds full IPv4/IPv6 routing capabilities with support for RIP, OSPF, and BGP protocols. An integrated firewall and two-factor authentication enhance security while the powerful multi-core CPU ensures lightning-fast routing and switching. With advanced failover to multiple networks and Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP), the IOLAN SCR is ideal for data center management and out-of-band management of IT assets from anywhere in the world.

Console Management for IT assets

The IOLAN SCR1618 Console Server supports Ethernet and RS232 RJ45 connectivity to console ports on equipment such as Cisco, Juniper, HP, routers, switches, firewalls, servers, PBXs, network storage equipment, and security appliances through an IP network. The RS232 RJ45 ports are software configurable to use straight thru or rolled cables to connect your Cisco equipment. In addition, a DCD pin can be configured for 3rd party devices that need this extra signal. This means the Perle IOLAN SCR supports more serial devices than any other Console Server on the market. This makes it an ideal out of band management solution for IT equipment located in data centers or remote sites.

Advanced Network Security, Authentication, and Data Encryption

2 Factor Authentication (2FA) ensures access to equipment and data is limited to authorized users, while remote authentication (RADIUS, TACACS+, & LDAP) management, enables integration with enterprise-grade systems to control access to devices in the field.

The built-in firewall offers intuitive policies to protect inside networks from unauthorized access. The firewall also allows inside networks to be separated from each other. If there are network resources that need to be available to an outside user, such as a web or FTP server, these resources can be placed on a separate network behind the firewall in a demilitarized zone (DMZ).

Network data transmissions and access to remote console admin ports on IT equipment are protected through standard encryption tools such as Secure Shell (SSH) and Secure Sockets Layer (TLS/SSL). By using encryption technologies, an IOLAN SCR Console Server protects sensitive and confidential data before being sent across a corporate Intranet or public Internet. For compatibility with peer encryption devices, all the major encryption ciphers such as AES, 3DES, RC4, RC2, and CAST128 are fully supported.

With multiple concurrent VPN sessions, OpenVPN, and IPSec VPN, robust authentication and encryption of IP packets is provided at the network layer of the OSI model. This is ideal for multi-vendor interoperation within a network, providing flexibility and the ability to match the right solution for a particular application.

High Availability Access

To simplify management and respond swiftly to issues, network administrators require access to all console ports via a single portal view. Perle's cloud-based centralized management solution puts all your network and IT infrastructure into a single application and provides secure reliable access and visibility during normal operations and critical network failures. Scalable to suit any business requirement, Cloud Centralized Management reduces human error and guarantees repeatability.

For serial to Ethernet connectivity applications, the IOLAN TS2 is the most advanced series of device servers available. Delivering high performance in a compact size, an IOLAN TS2 offers flexibility and next generation IP technology making it ideal for applications that require remote device/console management, data capture or monitoring.

For serial to Ethernet connectivity applications, the IOLAN SDS T is the most advanced series of device servers available. Delivering high performance in a compact size, an IOLAN SDS T offers extensive security, flexibility and next generation IP technology making it ideal for applications that require remote device/console management, data capture or monitoring in extreme temperature environments.

IOLAN SDS T device servers enable administrators to securely access remote serial console port on equipment such as PBX, servers, routers, network storage equipment and security appliances through an IP network. Sensitive data such as credit card holder information is protected through standard encryption tools such as Secure Shell (SSH) and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).

Engineers and Project Managers that require a cost effective serial RS232-to-Ethernet 1U rack solution that maintains serial device protocol integrity across Ethernet must consider the IOLAN STS Rack. Having the highest performance processor available along with Perle's unique TrueSerial™ technology, the IOLAN STS Rack will provide the most authentic serial connections across Ethernet.

Ideal for

• Engineers and Project Managers requiring a high performance serial to Ethernet interface for 4 to 24 serial RS232 based devices. Connect to serial based applications over Ethernet
• IT Professionals requiring a cost-effective terminal server or serial console server for out of band management of IT equipment located in smaller data centers or remote sites

IOLAN SCS Console Servers have a truly fault tolerant design to minimize downtime and provide reliable, secure remote device management. With built-in dual Ethernet and Redundant Path technology the IOLAN SCS provides assured serial console port access, offering the most reliable solution for managing data center and remote branch equipment... all at the best price performance.

Secure Serial Console Management

IOLAN SCS Console Servers enable administrators to securely access remote serial console ports on equipment such as PBX, servers, routers, network storage equipment and security appliances through an IP network. Data management information is protected through standard encryption tools such as Secure Shell (SSH) and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL). Access by authorized users is assured via authentication schemes such as RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP, Kerberos, NIS and RSA Security's SecurID tokens.

By using encryption technologies, an IOLAN Console Server protects sensitive and confidential data before being sent across a corporate Intranet or public Internet. For compatibility with peer encryption devices, all of the major encryption ciphers such as AES, 3DES, RC4, RC2 and CAST128 are fully supported.

Recognized as the most secure method for communicating to remote private networks over the Internet, the IPSec standard provides robust authentication and encryption of IP packets at the network layer of the OSI model. As a standard it is ideal for multi-vendor interoperation within a network, providing flexibility and the ability to match the right solution for a particular application.

The IOLAN SCS has built-in fault tolerant capabilities to ensure secure and reliable access for managing important mission critical equipment. Dual Ethernet interfaces on the IOLAN SCS provide redundant network paths while dual AC power supply models ensure that console management is available even if the primary AC power source fails. For remote administrators that require access from home, on the road or in the event of a total network failure, an optional IOLAN V.92 modem card delivers a solid, integrated solution with direct phone line attachment via its onboard RJ11 jack.

Protection against electrostatic discharges and power surges is provided with robust 15Kv ESD protection circuitry on each serial port.