User manual

P75598- Belkin OmniView Serial Console
1. Product Overview
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView Serial IP Console Server (Console Server).
This device provides administrators secure monitoring and control of servers, routers,
switches, and other serial devices from anywhere on the corporate TCP/IP network, over
the Internet, or through dial-up modem connections, even when the server is unavailable
through the network.
The Console Server provides the following:
• Data path security by means of SSH or Web/SSL
• A secure, encrypted web interface over SSL (HTTPS)
• SSHv2 encryption, to keep server access passwords safe from hackers
• Support for all popular SSH clients
• Secure access from any Java-enabled browser.
• Connections to serial console ports using standard CAT5 cables, eliminating the
hassles of custom cabling.
1.2 Package Contents
1 x OmniView Serial IP Console
1 x AC Power Cord
1 x Serial to RJ45 Adapter Kit, (5pcs)
1 x 6ft., RJ45-RJ45 CAT5 Cable
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x User’s Manual
1 x Rack Mount Brackets and screws
1 x Footpad set
1.3 Serial Console Features
 In-band and Out-of-band managements
Console port management solutions offer remote, reliable and secure access to serial
console ports through in-band networks and out-of-band connectivity options, such as
serial terminal access and dial-up modem.
 Manage network devices/servers centrally, remotely, and securely
Reliable console port management solutions all allow you to encrypt sensitive data
using proven protocols such as SSH/v2, SSL.
 Diverse devices management
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