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    Getting Started with Nodegrid Net Serial Router
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    Getting Started with Nodegrid Net Serial Router

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    About this Document

    This document explains how to deploy a Nodegrid Net Services Router device offering access to managed devices such as switches, servers, IP-based Rack PDU connections, and so on.

    Introduction

    The Nodegrid Net Serial Router (Nodegrid Net Services Router) is a versatile network management solution designed to streamline operations in data centers and enterprise environments. Combining advanced routing, switching, and application hosting capabilities, the Nodegrid Net Services Router empowers organizations to optimize their network infrastructure with a modular, scalable approach. Key benefits of the Nodegrid Net Services Router include:

    • Comprehensive Network Management: Secure out-of-band management and integration with leading automation tools.

    • Flexible Connectivity: Support for various network interfaces, including Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and cellular, ensuring continuous network availability.

    • Robust Security: Enterprise-grade security features, such as IPsec, SSL VPN, and multiple authentication protocols, safeguard your network against threats.

    Specifications

    This section covers the hardware and software specifications of a Nodegrid Net Serial Router.

    Hardware Specifications:

    The following are the hardware specifications of a Nodegrid Net Services Router:

    • CPU: Intel x86_64 Multi-Core

    • Memory & Storage: 8 GB of DDR4 DRAM, 32 GB mSATA SSD (Upgradeable)

    • Interfaces: 2 SFP+ Ethernet, 2 Gigabit Ethernet, 1 Console on RJ45, 1 USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 HDMI

    • Power: Dual AC 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0 A; Dual DC: 36-75 VDC, 7.3-3.5A

    • Environmental: Operating Temperature: 0 to 45° C (32 to 113° F), Storage Temperature: -20 to 67° C (-4 to 153° F)

    Software Specifications:

    The following are the software specifications of a Nodegrid Net Services Router:

    • Operating System: 64-bit Linux-based Nodegrid OS

    • Management: Web GUI, CLI, Linux root shell, SNMP, Zero Touch Provisioning, Auto-discovery, and NTP support

    • Security: X.509 SSH certificate support, SSL VPN, IPsec, Firewall, strong password enforcement, and multiple authentication protocols (Local, AD/LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+, Kerberos)

    • Network Function Virtualization (NFV): Supports guest OS and various VNFs

    • Field-Upgradable Modules: Offers up to nine expansion modules, enabling the Nodegrid Net Services Router to scale and adapt as your network requirements evolve. Modules include options for additional Ethernet ports, serial connections, USB interfaces, and more. To learn more about the expansion modules, see Nodegrid Net Services Router Expansion Modules

    Key Features and Capabilities

    The following are some of the key features and capabilities of a Nodegrid Net Services Router.

    • Comprehensive Network Management:

      • Out-of-Band Management: The Nodegrid Net Services Router provides secure out-of-band access, allowing administrators to manage devices remotely via Ethernet, serial, USB, and other interfaces without impacting production traffic.

      • Integrated Network Functions: Utilizing Virtualized Network Functions (VNFs), the Nodegrid Net Services Router enhances network capabilities beyond basic switching and routing, supporting faster deployments and robust security.

    • Flexible Connectivity:

      • Routing and Switching: The Nodegrid Net Services Router delivers high-performance, non-blocking networking with a multi-core Intel CPU. Expansion modules provide additional connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, cellular, and serial ports.

      • Cellular Connectivity: The Nodegrid Net Services Router supports 4G and 5G modems, ensuring uninterrupted network operation even if the primary connection fails, thereby enhancing reliability.

    • Enhanced Security and Automation:

      • Enterprise-Grade Security: Protects data with encrypted SSL and IPSec technologies and isolates threats through control/data plane separation, ensuring robust security for your network.

      • Automation Tools Integration: Supports automation tools like Red Hat Ansible, SaltStack, Puppet, and Chef, facilitating automated configuration and reducing manual management efforts.

    Step-by-step Guide to Get Started with Nodegrid Net Services Router

    The following steps outline the deployment process of the Nodegrid Net SR device in a data center environment: 

    1. Unbox Nodegrid Net Services Router

    2. First access to Nodegrid Net Services Router

    3. Set up your Nodegrid Net Services Router Basic Settings

    4. Access and Manage Target Devices


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