[f-nsp] out-of-band console access

[Tuc at T-B-O-H.NET]

> 
> Hi All,
> 
> I want out-of-band access to my remote FastIron SuperX and SX consoles.
> 
> Can someone please suggest gear that I can use for this purpose?
> 
> Btw, is it possible to use a dial-up modem for OOB access like this:
>     --- PSTN --- (RJ11) dial up modem (RS232) --- FI console ---
> 
> And from a remote computer, I dial into the modem, get it to auto answer
> and connect me to the switch console?
> 
> Thanks!
> 
	Cisco 2509's do well in this instance. Put the dialup modem
on it, and then you can connect the 2509 to multiple FI's. There are
applications out there that then can log while your away, and then
give you back access when you need it.

		Tuc/TBOH