Out-of-Band Networking
Datasheet
LX Series
1000S Console Servers
A Complete Out-of-Band Networking Solution
The 1000S Series of console servers (also referred to as terminal
servers) gives IT administrators the ability to perform secure
remote management of operational and physical infrastructures.
Applications
With models ranging from 1 to 4 ports, the LX-1000S Series can
meet a wide range of needs. The 1000S Series offers power
options for installations utilizing North American or International
power. Additional flexibility is available with the option to choose
models with an internal v.90 modem providing remote dial up
capabilities.
The 1000S Series uses the proven LX Series
software which allows a common set of features to be utilized
consistently across multiple LX Series form factors.
The 1000S Series can be used with MRV’s 5250/ 4800 Power
Control Series to provide administrators with the ability to
manage, control, and monitor individual power outlets for critical
equipment. Using secure access through the 1004S Series,
network managers can remotely power cycle a locked up server,
bring a redundant system online or turn on an auxiliary air
conditioner.
Physical infrastructure control and monitoring can be enabled on
each 1000S Series serial port, supporting 2 sensor inputs or 2
control outputs. Sophisticated Trigger/Action control can be used
for customizing that meets specific organizational notification and
control needs.
• Enterprise data centers
• Remote/branch offices
• Telco central office and remote facilities
• Utilities
• Test and development labs
Benefits
• Cutting Costs - Nearly eliminate the need for personnel to be
physically present at remote equipment site
• Increasing Security, Lowering Risk - Protect service ports from
unauthorized, undetected access - Capture logs as a record of
system activity to meet regulations such as Sarbanes-Oxley,
HIPAA, etc.
• Improving Service Levels - Easy, efficient access uses scarce
technical resources more effectively - Reduces need for
redundancy by minimizing downtime
• Simplifying Operations - Verify access using existing security
infrastructure
• Simplifying Event Notification and Response - Automatic
response to an emergency can increase safety and avoid disasters
Industry Leading Security
Easy, Powerful Management Tools
MRV offers the industry’s first console servers to meet the
demanding US Government FIPS 140-2 cryptographic security
standard. With US government approved agency testing, the
LX Series software delivers the most secure and richest set
of features, including, point and click access to any port,
per port password protection, SSH v2.0, SNMP V3, IP V6,
RADIUS, SecurID, LDAP, TACACS+, PPP PAP/ CHAP, PPP dial-
back, user access lists, and on-board database. The Cluster
Control and Configuration features simplify configuration and
control of large networks without a single point of failure.
The 1000S Series has a management option to fit every style.
The easy to use browser based Graphical User Interface allows
full configuration and management, while the industry standard
style extensive Command Line Interface is a powerful tool for
automated scripts. MRV’s MegaVision product can be used as a
standalone network management and fault management system,
or be combined with other management platforms.
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