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Console Serial Port Switch with Ethernet Control Option

NTI Part #: SERIMUX-CS-4-Group

SERIMUX-CS-32E (Front & Back)

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NTI Part #: SERIMUX-CS-4-Group

The SERIMUX® Console Switch gives IT managers the ability to cost effectively manage serial devices, including servers, switches, routers, and telecom gear. The switch is controlled via an ASCII terminal with menu-driven integrated software or the front panel keypad.

Also known as: console switch, serial port switches, RS232 switch, serial switch box, UNIX SUN workstation switch, sun switch, console switcher, serial port sharing switch, network server management solution.

Designed and Manufactured in the U.S.A.
ROHS Compliant Console Serial Port Switch with Ethernet Control Option
CE Compliant Console Serial Port Switch with Ethernet Control Option

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The SERIMUX ^® Console Switch gives IT managers the ability to cost effectively manage serial devices, including servers, switches, routers, and telecom gear. The switch can be controlled via an ASCII terminal with menu-driven integrated software, the front panel keypad, or optional Ethernet interface.

Eliminates the need to connect each device to an ASCII terminal or PC.
Connect up to 32 devices with different baud rates, parity, and character length. Each switch also has one RJ45 connector for a local terminal.
Provides out-of-band access to network devices (servers, routers, network switches, and any other network devices allowing console operation using RS232).
Power cycle without halting SUN host computer.
- No inadvertent "break" signals are generated to cause unintentional rebooting of SUN computers.
Dual power option creates a redundant power system protecting the console switch from any power failure issues.
High quality, rugged steel construction with durable powder coat finish.
Command Line Interface via Telnet for advanced management functions.

Connects to console serial ports using standard CAT5/5e/6 cables and cable adapters.
- Maximum cable length is 100 feet (30 meters).
Two operator levels (administrator and user).
Switching is simplified with programmable device names and menu-driven device selection.
- All configuration parameters are stored in non-volatile EEPROM.
Built-in data buffers save the most recent RS232 console output from each connected device, which simplifies troubleshooting failures.
Local commands can be directed via VT52, VT100, ANSI serial console, a PC with a terminal emulation program, or any compliant terminal.
Gain access to servers without interrupting service to end-users; maintain optimal up-time.
Manage server farms or data centers via serial ports and standard external modems or through optional Ethernet interface using Telnet or Web interface.
1RU rackmount case is standard.

Compatibility

Supports most devices with an RS232 serial port.

Serial Interface

4, 8, 16, 24 or 32 RJ45 EIA-232 serial port connectors.
One RJ45 EIA-232 console port connector.
Flow control: Hardware (RTS/CTS), Software (XON, XOFF), both or none.
Signals: TXD, RXD, DSR, DTR, CTS, RTS, DCD
Data transfer rate: up to 115.2K baud between two ports.
- Two ports can be at different baud rates.

Network Interface (Optional)

10/100 BaseT Ethernet port with RJ45 connector.
Supports static and dynamic IP addresses.

Power

Input Voltage: AC 100 - 240V, 50 - 60 Hz
Optional dual power available on all models.

Power Consumption
Model	Power (W)	Model	Power (W)
4-port	5	24-port	10
8-port	5	32-port	10
16-port	10

MTBF

MTBF
NTI Part #	MTBF (hrs)	NTI Part #	MTBF (hrs)
SERIMUX-CS-4	57,847	SERIMUX-CS-4E	50,793
SERIMUX-CS-4DP	57,695	SERIMUX-CS-4EDP	50,661
SERIMUX-CS-8	54,652	SERIMUX-CS-8E	48,506
SERIMUX-CS-8DP	54,526	SERIMUX-CS-8EDP	48,406
SERIMUX-CS-16	53,238	SERIMUX-CS-16E	47,383
SERIMUX-CS-16DP	53,107	SERIMUX-CS-16EDP	47,280
SERIMUX-CS-24	50,304	SERIMUX-CS-24E	45,045
SERIMUX-CS-24DP	50,198	SERIMUX-CS-24EDP	44,959
SERIMUX-CS-32	48,240	SERIMUX-CS-32E	43,383
SERIMUX-CS-32DP	48,143	SERIMUX-CS-32EDP	43,304

Adapters

Four cable adapters are included with the SERIMUX.
- DB-25F to RJ45 console adapter.
- DB-9F to RJ45 console adapter.
- DB-25M to RJ45 console adapter.
- DB-25M to RJ45 modem adapter.
Additonal adapters available.
Pinout Diagrams are on individual adapter pages.

Protocols (For Optional Ethernet Control)

HTTP, HTTPS, ICMP, DHCP.
TCP/IP, SSL, Telnet.

Environmental

Operating temperature: 32 - 100°F (0 - 38°C).
Storage temperature: -20 - 140°F (-30 - 60°C).
Operating and Storage Relative Humidity: 17 - 90% non-condensing RH.

Regulatory Approvals

CE, RoHS

Warranty

Two years

Front panel keypad.
- Secured by a user-defined numeric password.
Menu-driven integrated software via serial terminal console.

Optional Ethernet Control.
- Configuration and control can be done over the Internet via Web Interface or Telnet ( view product demo ).
  - To connect to the SERIMUX ports via the web interface, install any version of Java 7. Note: this feature is not compatible with Java 8.

Command Line Interface

Remote administration and maintenance of the SERIMUX Console Serial Port Switch.
Execute frequently performed configuration tasks through script files.
Save the configuration of the switch, and perform configuration restoration if needed.
Restore default configuration parameters to specific parts of the switch, while leaving other custom configuration parameters intact.

Administrative Controls

View and/or modify port parameters.
View and/or modify user passwords and parameters.
Restore default configuration parameters.
Connect or disconnect port connections.
Change/disconnect users, administrators, passwords, etc.
Initiate modem connection to local ports.
Inspect buffered data.
View/delete port-buffer (data-log) contents.
User passwords become "invisible" while viewing the buffers.

Application Drawings

SERIMUX Console Serial Port Switch Application Drawing

Application Notes

Dual Redundant Secure Access to Serial Ports

To gain dual redundant secure access to the serial ports of servers, begin by connecting a server to the console port of the SERIMUX-CS-xx. Then, configure a serial port on the SERIMUX-CS-xx to a user port and connect an additional server to that port. Use Secure Shell to access one of the servers connected to the internet. Then, using a terminal program such as minicom, tip or cu, access the SERIMUX-CS-xx Console Switch. Log in to the SERIMUX-CS-xx Console Switch to access any of the serial management ports of the servers as shown below.

Connecting RJ45 Port on a NTI Console Serial Switch to RJ45 Port on Digi PortServer II

Connect a RJ45 port on a NTI Console Serial Switch (SERIMUX-CS-x or SERIMUX-S-x) to a RJ45 port on the Digi PortServer II to replace terminals. Using CAT5/5e/6 cable, arrange the wires in a RJ45 plug on each end to match the pinout for the corresponding port it will be connected to.

Signal Flow Diagram
From Digi PortServer RJ-45	Signal	Direction	Signal	To NTI Console Switch RJ-45
1	DSR	←	DTR	7
2	RTS	→	CTS	1
3	Shield	Do Not Connect
4	TxD	→	RxD	3
5	RxD	←	TxD	6
6	GND	↔	GND	4
7	CTS	←	RTS	8
8	DTR	→	DSR	2
Do Not Connect			DCD	5

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(0)Console Serial Port Switches

NTI Part #	Description	Desktop Size (without supplied rackmount kit) WxDxH (in.)	Power Cord
SERIMUX-CS-4	4-port console serial port switch	9x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-4E	4-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control	9x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-4DP	4-port console serial port switch, dual power	11x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-4EDP	4-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control, dual power	11x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-8	8-port console serial port switch	15.3x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-8E	8-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control	15.3x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-8DP	8-port console serial port switch, dual power	16x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-8EDP	8-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control, dual power	16x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-16	16-port console serial port switch	15.3x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-16E	16-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control	15.3x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-16DP	16-port console serial port switch, dual power	16.15x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-16EDP	16-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control, dual power	16.15x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-24	24-port console serial port switch	15.3x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-24E	24-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control	15.3x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-24DP	24-port console serial port switch, dual power	16.15x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-32	32-port console serial port switch	15.3x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-32E	32-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control	15.3x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-32DP	32-port console serial port switch, dual power	16.15x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-24EDP	24-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control, dual power	16.15x6x1.75	Yes
SERIMUX-CS-32EDP	32-port console serial port switch, Ethernet control, dual power	16.15x6x1.75	Yes

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(0)Adapters

NTI Part #	Description	Qty
DB25M-RJ45F-C	Adapt a modem to the SERIMUX
DB25M-RJ45F-T	Adapt DB-25F serial ports to the SERIMUX
DB9F-RJ45F	Adapt DB-9M serial ports to the SERIMUX
DB25F-RJ45F	Adapt DB-25M serial ports to the SERIMUX
RJ45MF-RS232-CO	Adapter to connect SUN/Cisco RJ45 serial ports to the SERIMUX

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