Lantronix SLC80162401S 16-Port Dual DC Advanced Console Manager
Overview
The Lantronix SLC80162401S is a 16-port advanced console manager from the SLC8000 series, configured with a dual DC power supply for environments where power redundancy is non-negotiable. RoHS-compliant construction makes this unit suitable for deployments in regions with strict materials regulations. If your out-of-band management infrastructure runs on DC power — common in telecom central offices, data centers with –48V DC distribution, and carrier-grade facilities — the SLC80162401S addresses that requirement directly without requiring DC-to-AC conversion at the rack level. The dual power supply configuration means a single PSU failure does not take down console access to your managed devices, which is the primary reason to specify this variant over a single-supply model.
Compatibility
The SLC80162401S is part of the Lantronix SLC8000 advanced console manager series. It is compatible with network devices, servers, and appliances that expose an RS-232 serial console port — routers, switches, firewalls, storage controllers, and out-of-band management targets across vendors. The 16-port density suits mid-size equipment rooms and remote aggregation sites where a single console server needs to cover a full rack or partial pod. Verify your DC input voltage against the SLC8000 dual DC power supply specification before ordering — the SLC8000 series includes both AC and DC power variants, and the two are not field-interchangeable.
Installation Notes
DC power wiring must match the unit's rated input voltage range — incorrect DC voltage will damage the power supply and is not covered under manufacturer warranty. Dual DC inputs should be wired to independent DC distribution sources to realize the redundancy benefit; wiring both inputs to the same distribution bus eliminates the fault isolation the dual-supply design provides. RoHS compliance applies to the unit itself; verify that any ancillary cabling and connectors used in the installation also meet RoHS requirements if full-system compliance is required for the deployment.
