Name: 520-571-512 Avocent Cyclades Acs6032Sac 32 Port Console Switch
Brand: Avocent
SKU: 520-571-512
Price: 287.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Avocent Cyclades ACS6032SAC console switch provides centralized control for serial devices in a compact 1U rack-mount design. It's ideal for data centers and IT operations that need secure, remote access to multiple servers and network equipment without the hassle of direct physical connections.

General Information
Brand	Avocent
Part Number	520-571-512
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	RJ-45
Port Speed	RS‑232 for console ports; Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) uplinks
UpLink Ports	2 × RJ‑45 Gigabit Ethernet
POE Support	No
DRAM	256 MB
Flash Memory	128 MB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	SSHv1/SSHv2, Telnet, in-band/out-of-band via Ethernet or dial‑in modem
Management Interfaces	CLI, Web GUI (HTTP/HTTPS), SNMP, PC‑card expansion
Security Features	SSH, X.509 certs, RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP/AD, Kerberos, RSA SecurID, OTP, IPSec, port-level ACLs
Security	RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,SSL,LDAP,Local user database
Remote Management Protocol	HTTPS,HTTP,SSH,Telnet,SNMP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Fanless
Power	AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz, ~25W max

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.75″ × 17.25″ × 9.5″
Weight	7.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3

Product Description
The Avocent Cyclades ACS6032SAC is a console switch designed to provide centralized management of up to 32 serial devices. It is commonly used in data centers and server rooms where multiple servers and network appliances require remote access for configuration and monitoring. Built for IT administrators and network engineers, this console switch offers reliable and secure access to critical infrastructure, simplifying maintenance and troubleshooting. Key Features Secure remote access through SSH and SSL protocols Supports simultaneous sessions for multiple users Includes serial and IP connectivity options Rack-mountable with standard 1U form factor Comprehensive logging and auditing capabilities Typically deployed in enterprise environments, this console switch helps streamline server management by consolidating access points. It reduces the need for physical presence, allowing technicians to manage hardware across dispersed locations efficiently. Its role is essential in scenarios requiring quick response to system issues, enabling faster recovery and minimal downtime.

Use Cases
The Avocent Cyclades ACS6032SAC console switch is primarily utilized in data center and enterprise IT environments where managing numerous serially connected servers and network devices is essential. IT administrators and operations teams benefit from its centralized, remote console access capabilities, facilitating streamlined maintenance and troubleshooting without physical presence. How It's Used: Enabling remote serial console access for server clusters in large-scale data centers to reduce downtime during maintenance. Providing centralized management of network equipment consoles in enterprise campus networks for streamlined configuration tasks. Supporting secure, remote access for IT teams managing virtualization hosts and storage arrays in cloud infrastructure setups. Facilitating out-of-band management of critical edge computing nodes deployed in distributed environments. Allowing SMB IT departments to consolidate console access for multi-vendor serial devices in rack deployments. This console switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating serial device management into a secure, IP-accessible platform, enabling scalability as infrastructure grows. Its rack-mountable form factor and robust remote access features support continuous availability and faster response times in complex network architectures.