ZPE Nodegrid Serial Console Plus T16R – 16-Port Cisco Rolled Serial Console Server
The ZPE Nodegrid Serial Console Plus T16R is a 16-port Cisco-rolled serial console server engineered for secure, cloud-managed out-of-band access across data centers and edge environments. Built with a 4-core Intel CPU, 4GB DDR4 memory, and 32GB SSD storage, this console server delivers high-density serial connectivity with integrated 4G LTE (CAT12) for resilient remote management. IT teams managing complex infrastructure benefit from centralized policy control, zero-touch provisioning, and streamlined automation through ZPE Cloud integration.
Key Features
- 16-port Cisco-rolled serial console with secure out-of-band access
- 4-core Intel CPU with 4GB DDR4 memory for reliable performance
- 32GB SSD storage for local logging and configuration management
- Dual 2 GbE ports and 2 SFP+ uplinks for flexible network connectivity
- Integrated 4G LTE (CAT12) modem for resilient remote connectivity
- 2 USB 3.0 ports for local device management and updates
- Single AC power supply with redundancy support
- Cloud-managed architecture with ZPE Cloud for centralized orchestration
- Zero-touch provisioning and automated policy deployment
- Secure serial access with encryption and authentication controls
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
ZPE Systems Inc |
| Part Number |
ZPE-NSCP-T16R-STND-SAC-4G |
| Serial Ports |
16-port Cisco-rolled RJ45 |
| Processor |
4-core Intel CPU |
| Memory |
4GB DDR4 |
| Storage |
32GB SSD |
| Network Interfaces |
2x 2 GbE ports, 2x SFP+ uplinks |
| USB Ports |
2x USB 3.0 |
| Cellular Connectivity |
4G LTE (CAT12) |
| Power Supply |
Single AC |
| Management |
ZPE Cloud, centralized orchestration |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 16-port serial console server used for?
A 16-port serial console server provides secure out-of-band access to network devices, servers, and infrastructure equipment. The ZPE Nodegrid T16R enables IT teams to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment remotely without relying on primary network connectivity, ensuring business continuity during network outages.
How does 4G LTE connectivity improve out-of-band management?
The integrated 4G LTE (CAT12) modem provides resilient backup connectivity independent of primary network infrastructure. This ensures remote access and management capabilities persist even during network failures, critical for data center and edge environment operations.
What are the benefits of cloud-managed console server architecture?
ZPE Cloud integration enables centralized policy control, zero-touch provisioning, and automated orchestration across multiple console servers. This streamlines IT operations, reduces manual configuration overhead, and ensures consistent security policies across distributed infrastructure.
Is the ZPE Nodegrid Serial Console Plus suitable for edge computing environments?
Yes. The compact form factor, integrated 4G LTE connectivity, and dual power/network redundancy make the T16R ideal for edge computing deployments where reliable out-of-band access and remote management are essential for operational resilience.
