The console server sets a new standard for off-seat belt management solutions

     Perle Systems has introduced a family of IOLAN SCR console servers that set a new standard for off-seat belt management solutions. With advanced network operation capabilities, the series provides unmatched network resilience and simplified device management across all data centers.

     "Perle is committed to engaging positively with its customers, anticipating market needs and consistently delivering superior value. The new IOLAN SCR console server marks a significant advance in console server technology, "said John Feeney, Chief operating officer of Perle Systems. "As the complexity of modern data centers continues to rise, we understand the importance of having a robust management plane that can be securely accessed anytime, anywhere. We are excited to provide our customers with a solution that improves their operational efficiency and ensures the highest level of data protection."

     The server has 24, 40, or 56 console management ports for hosting RS232, Ethernet, and USB-connected devices from multiple vendors. As a result, users can use IOLAN SCR as their single device to reduce the number of management nodes, enabling full and secure remote access to all infrastructure devices for smarter out-of-band management.

     The Console server is a complete rack-top management solution that establishes a secure management plane. With a powerful and intuitive set of automation tools, administrators can seamlessly scale deployments, edit configurations, update firmware, monitor system health, schedule tasks, and automate daily operations. For advanced automation, IOLAN SCR x86 cpus can easily run custom applications, including Python scripts, in native Docker containers and VMS to suit unique or evolving use cases with low latency and real-time responsiveness.

     Optional cellular connectivity provides predictive failover capabilities that allow for a smooth transition between wired and wireless management planes. This seamless interaction ensures the reliability and availability of critical IT infrastructure components, with rapid recovery capabilities that reduce the impact of network incidents.

     Resilient data centers also require unparalleled security. With integrated Perle‑ARMOR security, developers can effectively configure access controls, authentication mechanisms, and encryption protocols to comply with all standards-based company policies and regulations. This simplifies security tuning and ensures that only authorized personnel manage network devices. It can also improve packet performance on non-management interfaces, thereby improving overall network efficiency.

     Scr also has Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) capabilities and full IPv4/IPv6 routing capabilities, and supports a wide range of protocols including VRRP, RIP, OSPF, and BGP. No other OOBM Console Server on the market offers administrators such comfortable and familiar network integration.