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Vertiv Avocent ACS 8008SAC RS-232 Console Server
Best secure console server for enterprise data center infrastructure management.
The Vertiv Avocent ACS8000 Serial Console System offers secure, centralized management for critical IT infrastructure in enterprise data centers, cloud, and colocation facilities. It functions as a secure gateway, ensuring continuous connectivity to essential equipment, even during network outages. This console server provides serial access, environmental monitoring, and detailed activity logs for comprehensive control and security across your data center. It includes 8 RS-232 serial ports, dual Gigabit Ethernet/SFP fiber ports, and 8 USB Type A ports, all within a 1U rack-mountable chassis. This TAA compliant device ensures reliable and secure IT management.
$1659.78
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
32
/ 70
#32 in Concentrators & Multiplexers
Price vs Category Average
-53%
Below average
Number of RS-232 Serial Ports
8
Who it's for
- IT administrators managing critical infrastructure during network outages
- Security professionals requiring strict enterprise and government compliance standards
- Data center managers overseeing large-scale, complex network environments
Who should skip it
- Small businesses or startups with limited hardware budgets
- Generalist IT staff lacking specialized networking and security expertise
- Engineers working primarily with modern USB-based console interfaces
Performance breakdown
Connectivity Reliability
Maintains critical out-of-band access even when primary network paths fail.
Port Versatility
Hybrid mix of serial, USB, and fiber ports handles diverse hardware.
Security Compliance
TAA compliance ensures rigorous standards for sensitive government and enterprise environments.
Thermal Resilience
Operates reliably in high-heat data center conditions up to 60 degrees.
Management Efficiency
Centralized interface simplifies monitoring across complex, multi-device IT infrastructures.
Power Efficiency
Low 11W power draw minimizes operational overhead in dense rack deployments.
Key Specs
Number of RS-232 Serial Ports
8
Dimensions
438 x 241 x 44.5 mm
Weight
3400 g
Form Factor
1U Rack-mountable
Operating System
Embedded Linux
Flash Memory
16000 MB
Internal Memory
1000 MB
Power Consumption
11 W
Features
- Secure management gateway for IT equipment
- Maintains connectivity during outages
- Centralized visibility and control
- Environmental monitoring capabilities
- Detailed activity logging
- 1U Rack-mountable chassis
- TAA Compliant
- Supports IPv6
What customers say
Enterprise IT professionals highly value the Vertiv Avocent ACS 8008SAC for its exceptional reliability in mission-critical out-of-band management. Its robust hardware and strong security features establish it as a dependable standard for remote serial access in secure data centers. Administrators praise its set it and forget it stability, which minimizes unexpected downtime. The primary drawbacks noted are the high initial cost, limiting its appeal for smaller operations, and a complex, non-intuitive initial setup process. Despite these hurdles, users confirm that its top-tier performance and unwavering stability make it a worthwhile premium investment for high-stakes network environments.
Know before you buy
The device acts as a secure gateway that provides out-of-band management. By connecting directly to your IT equipment's serial ports, it allows you to access and troubleshoot servers or network switches even when your primary network path is down.
Yes, the unit features dual Gigabit Ethernet and SFP fiber ports. These can be used for network redundancy, ensuring that your management connection remains active if one link fails.
Yes, the system includes environmental monitoring capabilities. This allows you to track conditions like temperature and humidity within your rack, providing an extra layer of visibility for your critical infrastructure.
Yes, the Vertiv Avocent ACS 8008SAC is TAA compliant, making it eligible for purchase by government agencies and organizations that require products manufactured or substantially transformed in the United States or designated countries.
The embedded Linux OS provides a stable, reliable, and highly customizable environment for managing your infrastructure. It is a standard in enterprise networking, ensuring broad compatibility and ease of integration into existing management workflows.
The ACS 8008SAC is designed with a 1U rack-mountable form factor. It measures 438 x 241 x 44.5 mm, making it compact enough to fit into standard data center server racks without consuming excessive space.
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