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Perle offers two console server solutions for out-of-band (OOB) management of data center infrastructure: the IOLAN SCG and the IOLAN SCR. The SCG is available in both fixed and modular form factors, while the SCR comes in four models with different combinations of 56 managed ports, allowing companies to choose the OOB management hardware that best suits their environment. Unfortunately, IOLAN solutions suffer from hardware and software limitations that can curb scalability and limit agility. This guide discusses Perle console server replacement options that enable streamlined growth through automation capabilities and vendor freedom.<\/p>\n
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Perle IOLAN SCG console servers provide out-of-band management<\/a> for up to 48 infrastructure devices. Fixed-form-factor models use copper Ethernet for networking and OOB, while the modular version has options for Wi-Fi, cellular, and dial-up. The modular series also has three expansion bays that support any combination of 16-port RS-232 or USB serial modules.<\/p>\n Perle IOLAN SCR console servers come in four different models with up to 56 managed serial, USB, and Ethernet ports, as well as optional cellular integration.<\/p>\n Click here<\/a> to compare Perle console server tech specs.<\/p>\n Perle console servers have automatic LLDP (Link Layer Discovery Protocol) discovery and can extend zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) to end-devices. They come with an embedded firewall, OpenVPN and IPSec VPN, and AES encryption. The PerleVIEW cloud-based management software provides centralized monitoring and control of all connected data center infrastructure.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n IOLAN console servers have an underpowered 500 MHz core 32-bit ARM processor, 4GB of flash storage, and 1GB RAM. This hardware may be sufficient for basic infrastructure management workflows and ZTP, but it prevents Guest OS hosting and more advanced automation. The Perle platform also doesn\u2019t integrate with any third-party automation or orchestration solutions.<\/p>\n An inability to fully automate infrastructure management workflows – or to orchestrate those tasks that can be automated – ultimately limits operational efficiency and data center scalability. Consequently, IT teams can\u2019t effectively support the needs of the growing business, adapt to strategy changes, or focus on revenue-driving innovations like artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI\/ML).<\/p>\n What\u2019s needed is an open platform that can manage any device, automate any workflow, and work with third-party software to provide a fully integrated infrastructure orchestration experience.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Nodegrid is a family of vendor-neutral console server solutions from ZPE Systems. It comes in four models:<\/p>\n Nodegrid devices come with Intel x86-32 bit processors, robust (and upgradable) internal storage and RAM options, and a Linux-based Nodegrid OS. The NSCP, S Series, and NSR support Guest OS and Docker containers for third-party applications. That means they can directly host infrastructure automation and orchestration (like Ansible, Puppet, and Chef), security (like Palo Alto\u2019s next-generation firewalls), and much more. Plus, it can extend this automation to legacy and mixed-vendor devices that otherwise wouldn\u2019t support it.<\/p>\n All Nodegrid models can use a wide range of USB environmental monitoring sensors<\/a> to help remote teams maintain optimal conditions in the data center. Nodegrid hardware protects the control plane with advanced security features like BIOS protection, UEFI Secure Boot, self-encrypted disk (SED), Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0, and a multi-site VPN using IPSec, WireGuard, and OpenSSL protocols. The Nodegrid OS and the ZPE Cloud<\/a> management software are also Synopsys-validated<\/a> as achieving industry-leading security.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][dvmd_table_maker tbl_chead_cell_color=”#358AAF” tbl_rhead_cell_color=”#214C64″ tbl_rhead_cell_align_horz=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” tbl_tcell_text_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][dvmd_table_maker_item col_label=”Features” col_content=” Dual DC Dual DC Dual DC Dual DC Perle console servers deliver unified, out-of-band management of remote data center infrastructure with some basic automation capabilities, but their closed architecture and underpowered hardware limit extensibility and scalability. Nodegrid improves upon outdated console server solutions with a vendor-neutral platform that supports unlimited innovation and growth with less management complexity.<\/p>\nWhy consider Perle console server alternatives<\/h2>\n
Perle console server replacement options from ZPE Systems<\/h2>\n
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\nUse Cases
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\nNetwork
\nCPU
\nGuest OS
\nDocker Apps
\nStorage
\nRAM
\nWi-Fi
\nCellular
\nPower
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\nHyperscale data centers and cloud service providers
\n16 \/ 32 \/ 48 \/ 96
\n2 SFP+ & 2 ETH
\nIntel x86_64 quad core
\n1
\n1-2
\n32GB SSD
\n4GB DDR4
\nOptional
\nOptional
\nSingle or Dual AC <\/p>\n
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\nMixed legacy, modern, and multi-vendor environments
\n16 \/ 32 \/ 48
\n2 SFP+ or 2 ETH
\nIntel x86_64 dual core
\n1
\n1-2
\n32GB SSD
\n4GB DDR3
\nOptional
\nOptional
\nSingle or Dual AC <\/p>\n
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\nModular and adaptable to any use case
\n16 \/ 32 \/ 48 \/ 64 \/ 80
\n2 SFP+ & 2 ETH
\nIntel x86_64 quad core or 8-core
\n1-6
\n1-4
\n32GB \u2013 128GB
\n8GB DDR4
\nOptional
\nOptional
\nSingle or Dual AC <\/p>\n
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\nBreak-fix solution for data centers, colocations, and branches
\n16 \/ 32 \/ 48
\n2 SFP & 2 ETH
\nIntel x86_64 dual core
\n0
\n0
\n16GB SSD
\n4GB DDR4
\nOptional
\nOptional
\nDual AC <\/p>\n
\nDownload<\/a>” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/dvmd_table_maker_item][\/dvmd_table_maker][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#214C64″ header_3_font_size=”30px” header_4_text_color=”#358AAF” custom_padding=”50px||||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”table {|| width: 100%;||}” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nFuture-proof your data center with Nodegrid<\/h2>\n