Tripp Lite B096-016 User Manual

Tripp Lite

1111 West 35th Street

Chicago, IL 60609 USA

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Model #: B096-016

16-Port Serial Console Server Management Switch

Highlights

16-Port Serial Console Server Management Switch

Secure In-band and Out-of-band access

Manage All Equipment in the Rack: Servers, UPS, Routers, Switches, etc

LINUX with Source Code Access allows custom scripts

Made in USA

Description

Tripp Lite’s B096-016 is the most advanced console server platform available today. In one secure appliance, it offers an in-band and out-of-band

management solution for serial console ports, servers, virtual servers, service processors, UPS & PDU's, environmental monitoring and more. This

16 port console server management switch enables system administrators to securely access and control their data centers and networks from

anywhere in the world. And this enterprise level unit is equipped with a built in modem, dual Ethernet, dual AC power, 2 gigs USB flash and runs on

Linux for scalability and reduced downtime.

The B096-016 offers advanced software features that surpass the requirements of even the most demanding applications. These features include

Network UPS Tools for UPS monitoring, PowerMan for integrated PDU and RPS functions with in session hotkey support, Pattern match alerting,

Open access to the Linux shell for scripting, heartbeat monitoring with automatic failover, Cisco pinouts and much more. Available in 16 and 48 port

models, the B096 family of Console Servers are the perfect fit for in or out of band access to vital IT assets.

Simple Cabling & Easy Installation

The B096-016 console server management switch features Cisco compatible "Rolled" RJ45 ports for easy, quick installation. Install in

minutes with our simple web GUI.

2 Gig USB Flash Drive for TFTP Server

Store local copies of router and switch configurations on the 2gig USB flash for disaster recovery. You can make backups of existing

configurations before undertaking any changes so that if there is a problem, you can simply roll back the config.

Offline Logs

Store offline logs on a USB flash drive to provide an audit trail. Log both the serial ports and the available networks to provide syslog,

keylogging and a .pcap file for Wireshark.

Pattern Match Alerting

Tripp Lite console servers can help you ensure uptime by proactively scanning the serial stream on the console ports for specific errors or

phrases. Monitor the traffic on the serial port and watch for user defined patterns or phrases and send alerts via SMS text or email based on

pattern match.

Hotkey Power on RPS/PDU

The console server effectively provides out of band access to a dead communications device that is locked up in a frozen condition. Using

simple hotkeys via SSH or telnet lets you launch a power menu to check power status, power cycle and, turn the unit off or on. We have

support for thousands of PDU/RPS units for both serial and SNMP connected units.

Scripting

Unlike other console servers, we provide access to the Linux core including bash. This allows you to do customization, such as creating a

proactive self-healing solution that cycles power on a router or switch on ping failure.

Out of Band

The built in modem offers dial-in, dial-back and failover. There is also support for a variety of 3G USB adapters for wireless out of band

solutions.

Package Includes

B096-016, 16-Port IP Console Server Management Switch

Rackmount hardware

2 x 6ft, Cat5e Patch cables

1 x DB9F - RJ45 Crossover Adapter

1 x DB9F - RJ45 Straight-Through Adapter

2 x 6ft, 5-15P to C13 Power cable

Features

High Availability

Dual universal input AC power supply), 100-240V AC

Dual Ethernet with bonding for auto failover or additional out-of-band broadband connection

Built in modem for out-of-band dial-in access

Heartbeat monitor with auto dial-out option

Multiple local boot images stored locally for roll back

2 Gigabyte local FTP/TFTP storage for device configuration files

Security and Authentication

Secure Shell (SSH V2 and V3)

TACACS+ , RADIUS and LDAP authentication

PAP/CHAP authentication (dial up)

Dial back support

Local authentication

System event syslog

SSH port and IP forwarding support