Opengear CM7148
The Opengear CM7148 Console Server is engineered for advanced, secure out-of-band remote management in demanding data center environments. This unit excels at maintaining critical connectivity, even when primary networks fail, utilizing its integrated Smart OOB technology. It provides extensive serial port capacity, supporting up to 96 connections for comprehensive device access. Reliability is significantly enhanced through built-in redundancy, featuring dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and dual AC power supplies to ensure continuous operation and minimize downtime for essential infrastructure management.
$4389.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1410
/ 2256
#1410 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-32%
Below average
Number of Ports
48
Who it's for
- High Density Management
- Advanced Automation & NetOps
- Robust Failover and Resilience
Who should skip it
- Premium Price Point
- Steep Learning Curve
- Physical Deployment Overhead
Key Specs
Number of Ports
48
Management Type
Managed
Supports up to 96 serial ports
Features dual Gigabit Ethernet ports
Includes dual AC power supplies for redundancy
Designed for straight-through cabling to Cisco-style consoles
Compatible with monitoring tools like Nagios and SolarWinds
Supports environmental monitoring with optional EMD5000 module
Features
- Next-gen remote management via Smart OOB
- Secure access during network outages
- High port density for extensive needs
- Simplifies integration with Cisco compatibility
- Enhanced reliability through hardware redundancy
- Comprehensive data center management
- Supports up to 96 serial ports
- Discreet packaging for confidentiality
What customers say
IT professionals overwhelmingly view the Opengear CM7148 as a mission-critical device due to its exceptional reliability and robust out-of-band capabilities. Users confirm this unit consistently provides essential remote access when primary networks fail, justifying its premium cost through minimized downtime. The high port density efficiently serves dense rack environments. While initial configuration requires networking expertise, the resulting centralized management and security are industry-leading, especially when paired with Lighthouse. Despite licensing costs, the consensus is clear: the CM7148 delivers superior quality and indispensable business continuity, making it a highly trusted backbone component for maintaining operational resilience.
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