Out-of-Band Networking
Datasheet
LX Series
4000T Console Servers
A Complete Out-of-Band Networking Solution
The 4000T Series of console servers (also referred to as terminal Applications
servers) gives IT administrators the ability to perform secure
remote management of operational and physical infrastructures.
• Enterprise data centers
• Remote/branch offices
With models ranging from 8 to 48 ports, the LX-4000T Series
can meet a wide range of needs. The 4000T Series uses the
proven LX Series software, for an easy transition from other LX
Series models. Dual Ethernet ports support automatic failover to
secondary paths. The 4000T Series offers single and dual power
• Telco central office and remote facilities
• Utilities
• Test and development labs
options in all port densities. An optional internal modem provides Benefits
flexibility and dial up connectivity. The optional Digital Volt Meter
provides visibility to power levels for DC power sources.
• Cutting Costs - Nearly eliminate the need for personnel to be
physically present at remote equipment site
The 4000T Series can be used with MRV’s 5250/ 4800 Power
Control Series to provide administrators with the ability to manage,
control, and monitor individual power outlets for critical equipment.
Using secure access through the 4000T series, network managers
can remotely power cycle a locked up server, bring a redundant
system online or turn on an auxiliary air conditioner.
• Increasing Security, Lowering Risk - Protect service ports from
unauthorized, undetected access - Capture logs as a record of
system activity to meet regulations such as Sarbanes-Oxley,
HIPAA, etc.
• Improving Service Levels - Easy, efficient access uses scarce
technical resources more effectively - Reduces need for
redundancy by minimizing downtime
Physical infrastructure control and monitoring can be enabled on
each 4000T Series serial port, supporting 2 sensor inputs or 2
control outputs. For sites that need expanded sensor monitoring,
the 7204 Sensor Manager augments the 4000T Series to support
high density wet and dry contact and analog loop sensors with
control outputs. Sophisticated Trigger/Action control can be used
for customizing that meets specific organizational notification and
control needs.
• Simplifying Operations - Verify access using existing security
infrastructure
• Simplifying Event Notification and Response - Automatic
response to an emergency can increase safety and avoid disasters
Easy, Powerful Management Tools
Industry Leading Security
The 4000T Series has a management option to fit every style.
The easy to use browser based Graphical User Interface allows
MRV offers the industry’s first console servers to meet the full configuration and management, while the industry standard
demanding US Government FIPS 140-2 cryptographic security style extensive Command Line Interface is a powerful tool for
standard.
With US government approved agency testing, the automated scripts. MRV’s MegaVision product can be used as a
LX Series software delivers the most secure and richest set standalone network management and fault management system,
of features, including, point and click access to any port, per or be combined with other management platforms.
port password protection, SSH v2.0, SNMP V3, IP V6, RADIUS,
SecurID, LDAP, TACACS+, PPP PAP/ CHAP, PPP dial-back, user
access lists, and on-board database. The Cluster Control and
Configuration features simplify configuration and control of large
networks without a single point of failure.
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