Avocent ACS8008SAC
Best console server for IT professionals managing remote data center infrastructure.
This console server is the ultimate fail-safe for remote data center management, offering rock-solid redundancy through dual fiber and ethernet ports. It prioritizes absolute uptime over simplicity, demanding a more technical setup in exchange for total control over your critical IT infrastructure.
$1822.27
at
Visioncomputers
Who it's for
- Enterprise IT managers needing strict regulatory compliance
- Data center operators prioritizing maximum uptime
- Network administrators requiring reliable remote troubleshooting access
Who should skip it
- Small businesses operating on a limited hardware budget
- Generalists lacking specialized networking and security expertise
- Infrastructure managers overseeing high-density server racks
Performance breakdown
Connectivity Redundancy
Dual fiber and ethernet ports ensure constant uptime for critical infrastructure.
Deployment Speed
Zero Touch Provisioning drastically reduces time spent on initial hardware configuration.
Environmental Monitoring
Integrated sensor ports provide essential visibility into data center climate conditions.
Hardware Versatility
Auto-sensing serial ports eliminate the need for complex cable pin-out adapters.
Processing Power
Dual-core ARM architecture handles heavy management traffic with impressive stability.
Scalable Management
Seamless DSView integration allows for effortless control of large-scale IT assets.
Key Specs
CPU
Dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore with CoreSight
Memory
1GB DDR3L RAM, 16GB eMMC Flash storage
Network Interfaces
2 Gigabit Fiber SFP ports, 2 Gigabit (10/100/1000BT) Ethernet interfaces on RJ45
Serial Ports
1 RS-232 console port on RJ45, Up to 48 RS-232 serial ports on RJ45 (First 2 ports selectable between RS-232/RS-422/RS-485)
Expansion Ports
8 USB 2.0 Ports on Type A connector, 1 full size SD Card slot, Environmental sensor port on RJ45 (1-wire), 4 digital-in ports
Dimensions
1.75 in. H x 17.250 in. W x 9.5 in. D
Weight
7.5 lb. (3.4 kg)
Power
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 35W Maximum Input Power
Mounting Type
Rackmount 1U
Switching Method
Software Control
Know before you buy
Still have a question?
Ask Metto anything about the Avocent ACS8008SAC before you decide.
