{"product_id":"zpe-nodegrid-serial-console-plus-t16r-prev-27171","title":"ZPE Nodegrid Serial Console Plus T16R","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eZPE Nodegrid Serial Console Plus T16R — Enterprise-Grade Out-of-Band Management\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNodegrid Serial Console Plus ZPE-NSCP-T16R-STND-DDC-W5\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e16-port serial console server\u003c\/strong\u003e purpose-built for secure, scalable out-of-band management in mission-critical data centers and edge environments. Designed for IT operations teams managing complex infrastructure, this \u003cstrong\u003eCisco rolled serial console\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers redundant power, high-performance processing, and flexible network connectivity for reliable remote device access and control without dependency on production networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're managing distributed server environments, network appliances, or edge computing deployments, this enterprise console server provides the security, reliability, and performance your infrastructure demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16-Port Cisco Rolled Serial Console\u003c\/strong\u003e — Direct serial connectivity to network devices, servers, and appliances with industry-standard pinout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual DC Power Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e — Redundant power inputs ensure continuous uptime and eliminate single points of failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-Core Intel CPU\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-performance processor for simultaneous multi-session management and low-latency command execution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4GB DDR4 Memory\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sufficient RAM for stable operation under heavy concurrent connection loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e32GB SSD Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fast boot times and reliable session logging with solid-state performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual SFP+ Network Interfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-speed fiber connectivity for out-of-band management network segregation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Gigabit Ethernet Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — Redundant copper network connectivity for flexible deployment options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB 3.0 Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fast peripheral support for external storage and device management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDMI Output\u003c\/strong\u003e — Local console access for direct administration and troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Out-of-Band Access\u003c\/strong\u003e — Isolated management channel independent of production infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZPE Systems Inc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZPE-NSCP-T16R-STND-DDC-W5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 × Cisco Rolled RJ-45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Core Intel CPU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMemory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4GB DDR4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32GB SSD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 × SFP+ (10Gbps), 2 × Gigabit Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual DC Input (Redundant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 3.0, HDMI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManagement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOut-of-Band (OOB) Dedicated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a serial console server and why do I need one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eserial console server\u003c\/strong\u003e provides secure, out-of-band access to network devices, servers, and appliances via serial connections. Unlike production network management, serial console access remains available even during network outages, making it essential for data center operations, emergency recovery, and secure device provisioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does out-of-band management improve data center security?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOut-of-band management\u003c\/strong\u003e isolates administrative access from production networks, preventing unauthorized access through compromised systems. The Nodegrid T16R's dual network interfaces allow you to segregate management traffic on dedicated infrastructure, significantly reducing attack surface and improving compliance posture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the ZPE Nodegrid handle multiple simultaneous console sessions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 4-core Intel processor and 4GB DDR4 memory enable the console server to manage multiple concurrent serial sessions with low latency. This is ideal for large-scale infrastructure environments where IT teams need simultaneous access to numerous devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes dual DC power important for a console server?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual DC power redundancy ensures your console server remains operational even if one power source fails. Since the console server is your last-resort access method during infrastructure emergencies, redundant power is critical for maintaining management capability during crisis situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZPE SYSTEMS INC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41767111000139,"sku":"ZPE-NSCP-T16R-STND-DDC-W5","price":6362.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/ZPE-Nodegrid-Serial-Console-Plus-T16R_44714a86.webp?v=1788322283","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/zpe-nodegrid-serial-console-plus-t16r-prev-27171","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}