Introduction

The Avocent ACS 8000 advanced console server offers upgraded and advanced features, that deliver scalable and high-performance solutions for IT administrators. The console server features a dual ARM core processor platform with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and dual Gigabit fiber ports for redundancy. In addition, there is a sensor port, to connect a variety of sensors for monitoring and logging on the appliance. The serial ports are auto sensing for pin-out and the Avocent ACS 8000 advanced console server also offers robust features to meet the requirements of the demanding data center management applications. Features combine automated discovery tools to ease identification of servers, routers, switches and power devices, connected to any serial port, saving time at initial configuration and installation. To comply with existing data center network access policy, the Avocent ACS 8000 advanced console server provides customizable, multiple access levels for secure management. The console servers provide a complete solution for secure, remote control with advanced console server features, such as enhanced security, data logging and event monitoring. In addition, the Avocent ACS 8000 advanced console server supports network standards, such as Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6).