{"product_id":"avocent-acs6032-32-port-serial-console-server-dual-gbe-1u-rack-oob-wty","title":"Avocent ACS6032 32-Port Serial Console Server Dual GbE 1U Rack OOB | Wty","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:1.7;color:#222;max-width:700px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;border-bottom:2px solid #0060a9;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eAvocent ACS6032 — 32-Port Serial Console Server with Dual GbE OOB Access\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAvocent ACS6032\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 1U rack-mount serial console server providing \u003cstrong\u003e32 × RS-232 serial console ports\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edual 10\/100\/1000 GbE management interfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e, and secure out-of-band (OOB) access via SSH, HTTPS, and Telnet. Designed for data centre and branch office environments requiring centralised, always-available console access to servers, routers, switches, and PDUs — independent of the primary network. Backed by a full \u003cstrong\u003e12-month Reboot IT warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left:18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e32 serial console ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggregate console access for 32 devices — servers, Cisco routers, switches, PDUs, and OOB-capable networking gear — from a single 1U appliance in the rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOut-of-band access:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ACS6032 connects to a separate management network or cellular\/modem path — providing console access to devices even when the primary production network is down or unreachable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual GbE management ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two independent Ethernet interfaces allow high-availability OOB network connections — active\/standby or active\/active for resilient remote management infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure multi-protocol access:\u003c\/strong\u003e SSH (encrypted console sessions), HTTPS (web-based management), Telnet, and SNMP — with user-level access control and session logging for audit compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIPMI, iLO, and iDRAC compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serial console pinout adapters enable connection to server management controllers — allowing BIOS-level access, power cycling awareness, and crash recovery without physical presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePDU power control integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect supported PDUs to serial ports for integrated per-outlet power measurement, control, and remote reboot — eliminating the need for a separate PDU management appliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;\"\u003ePerformance in Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a data centre environment, the ACS6032 provides the console access layer — the last resort path into any device in the rack when SSH, HTTPS, or SNMP management is unavailable. When a server loses network connectivity after a misconfigured route, a failed NIC, or a kernel panic, the serial console port on the ACS6032 provides BIOS-level or single-user mode access for diagnosis and recovery without a site visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dual GbE ports can be configured for active\/standby failover, ensuring the console server itself remains accessible even when one management path fails. A dedicated out-of-band VLAN or cellular modem connection on one port means engineers can reach the console server via a completely separate path from the production network — a critical requirement for DR and managed service environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor branch offices, the ACS6032 replaces the need for per-device console cable access. Remote NOC engineers connect to the console server via the internet and establish SSH sessions to individual device consoles — covering router reload verification, IOS upgrade monitoring, and switch configuration recovery from a central operations desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f7ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;width:38%;\"\u003eSerial Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e32 × RS-232 serial console (RJ-45)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eManagement Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e2 × 10\/100\/1000 GbE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f7ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eUSB Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e2 × USB (modem \/ storage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eAccess Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSSH, Telnet, HTTPS, SNMP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f7ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eAuthentication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eLocal users, RADIUS, LDAP\/AD, TACACS+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eOS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eLinux embedded (Avocent ACS firmware)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f7ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003ePDU Integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSupported PDUs via serial port (power control + monitoring)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e1U rack-mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0f7ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e12 months (Reboot IT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;\"\u003eIs It Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #0060a9;width:50%;\"\u003eBest For ✓\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #0060a9;\"\u003eNot For ✗\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eData centre OOB console aggregation (32 devices)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eKVM (graphical) console access to servers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eNOC remote management of routers, switches, servers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eEnvironments requiring fewer than 8 console ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eBranch office DR and out-of-band recovery access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eIn-band management only environments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eManaged service providers with multi-site console needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSmall offices with no rack infrastructure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;\"\u003eCondition Grades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #0060a9;width:30%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #0060a9;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eA — Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eMinimal signs of rack use. Light scuffs or micro-scratches only. All ports, LEDs, and interfaces fully tested and functional.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eB — Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:7px 10px;border:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eVisible chassis wear — scratches, scuff marks, or minor paint chips. Fully functional. All components tested and verified.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eWhat devices can be connected to the serial console ports?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eAny device with an RS-232 serial console port — including Cisco routers and switches (using a rollover\/console cable + RJ-45 adapter), Linux\/Unix servers, Windows servers with serial COM ports, PDUs, and out-of-band management cards. Pinout adapters for Cisco console ports are widely available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eDoes this support IPMI or iDRAC\/iLO access?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eThe ACS6032 provides serial console connectivity. If a server’s IPMI, iDRAC, or iLO management controller exposes a serial over LAN (SOL) interface or a dedicated RS-232 port, the ACS6032 can aggregate that console alongside standard server and networking gear serial ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eHow do engineers access the console server remotely?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eEngineers connect to the ACS6032 via SSH (for direct serial device sessions) or HTTPS (for the web-based management interface). Individual device consoles appear as SSH sub-sessions accessible by port or device name, supporting multiple concurrent user sessions with per-session logging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eCan it integrate with TACACS+ or LDAP for authentication?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eYes — the ACS6032 supports RADIUS, LDAP\/Active Directory, and TACACS+ in addition to local user accounts, enabling enterprise authentication and role-based access control for multi-team console server environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eWhat warranty is included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eA 12-month Reboot IT warranty covers all hardware components from the date of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:2px;\"\u003eHow does shipping work?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eShipping costs apply based on size and destination — rates are calculated at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0f7ff;border-left:4px solid #0060a9;padding:14px 16px;margin-top:18px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#0060a9;margin-top:0;\"\u003e12-Month Warranty — Reboot IT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eEvery Avocent ACS6032 sold by \u003cstrong\u003eReboot IT\u003c\/strong\u003e includes a full \u003cstrong\u003e12-month warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e covering all hardware components. 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