AlterPath ACS1
IT Infrastructure Management » Remote Site Management

The AlterPath™ ACS1 is a powerful, yet highly compact single-port console server used to connect serial devices to a TCP/IP network. Typical applications include branch office management, console port management, retail automation and IP enabling of legacy serial devices.

Dual PCMCIA slots allows for enhanced functionality with support for many interface cards, such as Ethernet, modem (V.90, GSM, and ISDN) and wireless LAN.

The AlterPath ACS1 uses its PowerPC dual CPU to transfer data from its 10/100BT Ethernet interface to its RS232/RS485 (software selectable) serial interface and vice-versa, enabling communication between the serial device and the network. The AlterPath ACS1 supports SSHv2 (Secure Shell) for a high degree of security in data connections.

Unlike other console server equipment designed with proprietary software technologies, the AltherPath ACS1 leverages Embedded Linux and other Open Source software. Users have the flexibility and power to customize its operation, modifying or adding features as needed.

The AlterPath ACS1 has all of the power and functionality necessary to take network connectivity to the next level.
Applications

* Branch Office Management
* Server and Network Management
* Console Management
* Retail Automation
* IP enabling of Legacy Serial Devices

Benefits

* Secure Network Management
* Easy Integration with the Network and Serial Devices
* Flexibility to support existing and future interface types (PCMCIA support)
* Rock-solid stability (Linux Inside)