Why you should consider Perle instead of Cisco

Reliable Serial Terminal Servers and Console Servers

You are probably on this page because you:

were searching for a Cisco Terminal Server, Console Server, or Terminal Services Gateway
have used Cisco for years because they produce reliable products
are Cisco certified and know how to install and troubleshoot Cisco equipment with ease

But Cisco is expensive and every once in a while you wonder if there is a high quality alternative that you could rely on while saving money. The answer is YES.

Perle IOLAN Terminal Servers and Console Servers have a comprehensive and secure set of features that are consistent across all products in the range. These high quality alternatives are made with reliable components that will reduce your costs by 54% or more per unit. Give your network administrators everything they need to perform Secure Remote Data Center Management and Out-of-Band Management of IT assets from anywhere in the world.

1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 18, 34 or 50 Console Management Ports
Secure management of any device with an RS232 RJ45, USB 3.0, or Ethernet Console Management Port
Dual 10/100/1000 Ethernet connection for always-on redundant copper and SFP fiber network access with automatic failover when primary link goes down
Optionally integrated Cellular (with failback support), WiFi or V.92 modem for multiple alternate access methods when the network is down
Cisco has recommended Perle Console Servers to remotely manage and monitor critical Cisco equipment
Dual AC or Dual Feed 48v DC Power for Fault-tolerant uptime

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Why Choose a Perle Console Server?

Cisco Compatible

Perle Console Servers are compatible with Cisco switches, routers and firewallls. Straight cabling to Cisco devices saves time and money during install. As an OOB alternative to Cisco, they are easily substituted into new or existing environments.

Secure Centralized Management

Perle's cloud-based centralized management solution puts all your network and IT infrastructure into a single application and provides secure reliable access and visibility during normal operations and critical network failures. Scalable to suit any business requirement, Cloud Centralized Management reduces human error and guarantees repeatability.

Reliable

Perle IOLAN Console Servers are made from certified components with high MTBF rates that can withstand the harshest environments. An open source platform and enterprise grade security ensures you have the best value in one box. In addition, we provide the best-in-class Lifetime Warranty.

Secure

Support for all AAA security services used in corporate networks, including TACACS+, RADIUS, LDAP, Kerberos, NIS and RSA. And, to further protect ID’s and passwords from someone ‘snooping’ on the network, SSH/SSL, IPSec VPN, SNMPv3, Telnet and HTTPS secure management sessions are supported.

Technical Support

If you need a technical consultation (by phone or email) to help you choose the best Console Server for your application, Perle is easy to reach and has technical engineers you can talk to. We have sales and technical support staff around the globe to support you when you need it.

Trust

Perle has been providing reliable device connectivity solutions since 1976. That’s over 40 years of experience that businesses around the globe have come to trust to deliver superior connectivity technology for mission critical applications. If network uptime is vitally important to your success, choose quality products. Choose Perle.

Companies that use Perle IOLAN Console Servers

Featured IOLAN Console Servers

IOLAN SCR Console Servers

Unparalleled Network Resilience

24, 40 or 56 Console Management Ports
RS232 RJ45, Ethernet RJ45, and USB
Optional Cellular access integration

IOLAN SDG L Console Server

Integrated Cellular

1, 2, or 4 RS232/422/485 RJ45 Ports
10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet
Integrated Cellular Network Access

IOLAN SDG W Console Server

Integrated Wi-Fi

1, 2, or 4 RS232/422/485 Serial Port
10/100/1000 RJ45 Ethernet
Integrated WiFi Network Access

Manage your remote assets securely and with ease.

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Console Server Applications

Out-Of-Band Management: What is it and Why do I need it?

Out of band management whitepaper cover image of remote working accessing datacenter euqipment

The benefits of a secured dedicated alternate access method into an IT network infrastructure to manage connected devices without using the corporate LAN.

White Papers

OOBM of Cisco Routers, Switches and Firewalls

Out of band network access diagram of an IOLAN console server on stack interacting with remote devices via various networks.

When the network is down how do you recover networking equipment? OOB remote access to Cisco serial or USB console ports provides an efficient back door method.

Technical Notes

Bet365 chooses IOLAN Console Servers for reliable OOBM

Remote Console Management: Remote devices connect via modem, wifi or wlan, cellular, and fiber or copper to a console server on a server stack.

IOLAN Console Servers enable OOBM and TACACS authentication of connected Cisco devices.

Case Studies

Console Servers enhance university's 24/7 IT network uptime

Remote Console Management: remote devices connect via modem, and fiber or copper to a console server on a tech stack with switches, other servers, a router and firewall.

IOLAN Console Servers provide OOB console port access to Cisco switches, WLAN controllers, and VPN servers.

Case Studies

Lockheed Martin finds value alternative to Cisco servers

What to do when your legacy Cisco servers are discontinued and the next-gen exceed your budget?

Case Studies

Rackspace Leverages IOLAN Console Servers

Remote devices connect via modem, WiFi or WLAN, cellular, and fiber or copper to a console server on a server stack.

Businesses worldwide depend on Rackspace for hosting, and Rackspace depends on Perle console servers to manage Data Centers.

Case Studies