ZPE NodeGrid T Series User manual

User Guide
Nodegrid Serial Console™
Nodegrid Services Router™
Nodegrid Bold SR™
Nodegrid Manager™

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Product Overview
Nodegrid Serial Console
Nodegrid Serial Console - S Series
Nodegrid Serial Console - R Series
Nodegrid Serial Console - T Series
Nodegrid Services Router
Nodegrid Services Router
Nodegrid Services Router Expansion Modules
Expansion Module Compatibility Chart
Nodegrid Bold SR
Nodegrid Manager
Installation
Hardware Installation
What's in the Box?
Installation of Modules for Nodegrid Services Router
Rack Mounting
Network Connection
Connecting Power Cord(s)
Connecting Target Devices
Connecting Serial Target Devices
Connecting IP Target Devices
Connecting to a Nodegrid
Connection via Console Port
Connecting via ETH0
Connection via Wi-Fi
Connection via KVM Port
Nodegrid Manager Installation
Creating a Virtual Machine - VMWare
Installing Nodegrid Manager
Initial Network Configuration
Identify Current IP Address
Identify Current IP Address - WebUI
Identify Current IP Address - CLI
Define Static IP Address
Define Static IP Address - Web UI
Define Static IP Address - CLI
Interfaces
WebUI
CLI
Shell
API
Device Access

Device Sessions
Device Sessions - Web UI
Device Sessions - CLI
Device Information
Display Device Information - Web UI
Display Device Information - CLI
Device Views
Table View
Tree View
Node View
Map View
Image View
Search
Device Search
Global Search
Device Management (Managed Devices)
Configuration of Managed Devices
Serial Devices
Configure Serial Devices - WebUI
Configure Serial Devices - CLI
Service Processor Devices
Add Service Processor Devices - WebUI
Add Service Processor Devices - CLI
Devices with SSH
Add Devices with SSH - WebUI
Add Devices with SSH - CLI
Console Servers
Add Console Servers - WebUI
Add Console Server Ports - WebUI
Add Console Servers - CLI
Add Console Server Ports - CLI
KVM Switches
Add KVM Switches - WebUI
Add KVM Switch Ports - WebUI
Add KVM Switches - CLI
Add KVM Switch Ports - CLI
Rack PDU's
Rack PDUs - WebUI
Add Rack PDU - CLI
Cisco UCS
Add Cisco UCS - WebUI
Add Cisco UCS - CLI
Netapp
Add Netapp - WebUI
Add Netapp - CLI
Infrabox

Add Infrabox - WebUI
Add Infrabox - CLI
Virtual Machines
Add VMWare Virtual Machines - WebUI
Add VMWare Virtual Machines - CLI
Add KVM Virtual Machines - WebUI
Add KVM Virtual Machines - CLI
Auto-Discovery
Auto Discovery of Console Server and KVM Switch Ports
Auto Discovery of Console Server and KVM Switch ports - WebUI
Auto Discovery of Console Server and KVM Switch ports - CLI
Auto Discovery of Network Devices
Auto Discovery of Network Devices - WebUI
Auto Discovery of Network Devices - CLI
Auto Discovery of Virtual Machines
Auto Discovery of Virtual Machines - WebUI
Auto Discovery of Virtual Machines - CLI
Auto Discovery of DHCP Clients
Auto Discovery of DHCP Clients - Web UI
Auto Discovery of DHCP Clients - CLI
Device Settings
Hostname Detection
Configure Hostname Detection
Global Settings for Hostname Detection
Create a Probe or Match
Multi Sessions
Break Signal
Escape Sequences
Disable User Authentication
SSH / Telnet Port
Binary Socket
IP Aliases
Location
Web URL
Icon
Mode
Expiration
Device State Detection
Serial Devices
IP Devices
Run Custom Scripts on Device Status Change
Data Logging
Event Logging
Alert Strings and Custom Scripts
Custom Fields
Commands and Custom Commands

Tree View Settings
Device Types
Preferences
Power Menu Preferences
Session Preferences
Tracking
Open Sessions
Event List
System Usage
Discovery Logs
Network Statistics
Device Statistics
Scheduler
System
Licenses
System Preferences
Address Location
Session Idle Timeout
Login logo image
Login Banner
Utilization Rate
Console Port
Power Supplies
Network Boot (PXE)
Date and Time
Logging
Custom Fields
Dial-Up
System Maintenance
Shutdown and Reboot
Software Upgrade
Factory Reset
System Configuration Checksum
Load System Certificate
Network Tools
Backup and Restore
Save Settings
Restore Settings
Network
Settings
Hostname and Domain Name
Network Failover
IP Forwarding
Loopback Address
Network Connection Configuration
Bonding Interfaces

Ethernet Interfaces
Mobile Broadband GSM Interface
VLAN Interface
WIFI Interface
WIFI Access Point
WIFI Client
WIFI Settings
Bridge Interface
Analog Modem Interface
Static Routes
Manual Hostnames
DHCP Server
Network Switch Configuration
Switch Interfaces
VLAN Configuration
Untagged/Access Ports
Tagged/Trunk Ports
Backplane Ports
VPN
SSL VPN
SSL VPN Client
SSL VPN SERVER
IPSEC VPN
Authentication Methods
Pre-shared Keys
RSA Keys
X.509 Certificates
Connection Scenarios
Host to Host
Host to Site
Site to Site
Host to Multi Site
Site to Multi Site
Configuration of IPSec
Authentication
Local Accounts
Manage Local Users
Hash Format Password
Password Rules
Groups
Manage Groups
Create a User Group
Add local users to a group
Assign system permissions and settings to a group
Assign external groups
Assign device permissions

Assign power outlet permissions
External Authentication Provider
LDAP and Active Directory
TACACS +
RADIUS
Kerberos
Security
Firewall
Services
Active Services
Managed Devices
Intrusion Prevention
SSH
Web Service
Cryptographic Protocols
Cloud
Peers Overview
Cloud Settings
Enable Cloud
Automatic Enrollment
License Pool
Peer Management
Auditing Settings
Data Logging
Events
Destinations
File
Syslog
SNMP Trap
Email Notification
Monitoring
Customizing a Monitoring Template
SNMP Template
IPMI Discovery Template
Enabling Monitoring
Dashboard
Exploring Data Points
Creating a Visualization
Line Charts
Area Charts
Creating a Dashboard
Inspecting a Dashboard
Applications
Docker Applications
Docker Images
Docker Containers

Application Links
Network Function Virtualisation
Appendix
Technical Support
Submit a Support Ticket
Updates and Patches
Configuring Virtual Serial Port (vSPC) on VM Servers
DC Power
Fundamentals
Case of -48VDC supply
Case of +48VDC supply
AC Power
Serial Port Pinout
Safety
Quick Install Guide
RoHS
Data Persistency
Soft Removal
Hard Removal - Secure Erase
Credits

Introduction
The Nodegrid 4.0 User manual covers the Nodegrid Platform version 4.0 and the
supporting units like the Nodegrid Serial Console Series, Nodegrid Services Router and the
Nodegrid Bold SR.

Product Overview
Nodegrid Serial Console
Nodegrid Serial Console product line consolidates and manages attached devices via Serial
Port Connection including servers, network routers and switches, storage, PDUs, UPSs, and
any other device with a serial port.
Nodegrid Serial Console - S Series
NODEGRID SERIAL CONSOLE (S Series) is made to fit any modern and legacy mixed
environment. With auto-sensing ports, you can use the S Series Console Servers within any
environment whether using straight through cables or with legacy adapters.
Auto Switching (Cisco or Legacy Pin-out)
16/32/48 Serial Ports
Additional USB ports
Factory Upgradable CPU and RAM
1U 19" Rack Standard Unit
Single AC, Dual AC , and Dual DC
Hardware Specifications

Item Description
CPU Intel x86_64 dual core CPU
Memory &
Storage 4 GB of DDR3 DRAM, 32 GB mSATA SSD
Interfaces
2 Gigabit (10/100/1000BT) Ethernet interfaces on RJ45 or 2 SFP+
Fiber interfaces compatible with 1GB / 2.5GB / 10GB modules
16, 32, 48 RS-232 serial ports on RJ45 @ 230,400 bps max/port.
1 RS-232 serial console port on RJ45
1 USB 3.0 Host,1 USB 2.0 Host and 12 USB 2.0 Hosts on Type A
connector
1 HDMI
Power
Single/Dual AC 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Dual DC: 40-63 VDC
Power consumption 45 W typical
Physical
Front-Rear mounting brackets
Size (L x W x H): 443 x 312 x 43 mm (17.4 x 12.3 x 1.7 in), 1U
Weight: 4.9 kg (10.8 lb), depending on options
Front-to-Back or Back-to-Front Fans (Swappable)
Environmental Operation: 0 to 50° C (32 to 122° F), 20-90% RH, non-cond.
Storage: -20 to 67° C (-4 to 153° F), 10-90% RH, non-cond.
Port Description
HDMI HDMI Interface
USB USB 2.0 Port
PWR Power LED
SYS System LED
RST Reset button : <10s system reset, >10s configuration factory reset and system
reset
FAN Fan's
USB 1 x USB 2.0 Port, 12 x USB 1.1 Ports
Interfaces Front

Port Description
Power Single or Dual Power Sockets
Serial Serial Interfaces
ETH0/SFP0 Network Interface
ETH1/SFP1 Network Interface
Console Console MGMT Interface
USB 1 x USB 3.0
Interfaces Back
Nodegrid Serial Console - R Series
NODEGRID SERIAL CONSOLE (R Series) is made to fit into major hardware environments
like Cisco, Arista, Dell, Palo Alto Networks, and Juniper. R Series Serial Consoles are perfect
for retrofits and to upgarde Rack Standards of existing builds.
For Cisco Pin-out Devices
16/32/48/96 Serial Ports
1U 19" Rack Standard Unit
Single AC, Dual AC , and Dual DC
Hardware Specifications

Item Description
CPU Intel Atom x86_64 dual core @ 1.75 GHz CPU
Memory &
Storage 4 GB of DDR3 DRAM, 32 GB mSATA SSD
Interfaces
2 Gigabit (10/100/1000BT) Ethernet interfaces on RJ45 or 2 SFP+
Fiber interfaces compatible with 1GB / 2.5GB / 10GB modules
16, 32, 48, 96 RS-232 serial ports on RJ45 @ 230,400 bps max/port.
1 RS-232 serial console port on RJ45
1 USB 3.0 Host and 2 USB 2.0 Hosts on Type A connector
1 HDMI
Power
Single/Dual AC 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Dual DC: 40-63 VDC
Power consumption 45 W (on 96 ports)
Physical
Front-Rear mounting brackets
Size (L x W x H): 443 x 312 x 43 mm (17.4 x 12.3 x 1.7 in), 1U
Weight: 4.9 kg (10.8 lb), depending on options
Environmental Operation: 0 to 50° C (32 to 122° F), 20-90% RH, non-cond.
Storage: -20 to 67° C (-4 to 153° F), 10-90% RH, non-cond.
Port Description
HDMI HDMI Interface
USB 2 x USB 2.0 Port
PWR Power LED
SYS System LED
RST Reset button : <10s system reset, >10s configuration factory reset and system
reset
Interfaces Front
Interfaces Back

Port Description
Power Single or Dual Power Sockets
Serial Serial Interfaces
ETH0/SFP0 Network Interface
ETH1/SFP1 Network Interface
Console Console MGMT Interface
USB USB 3.0
Nodegrid Serial Console - T Series
NODEGRID SERIAL CONSOLE (T Series) is made to fit into environments still utilizing legacy
devices, and can be a direct replacement of the legacy console server.
For Legacy Devices
16/32/48/96 Serial Ports
1U 19" Standard Unit
Single AC, Dual AC , and Dual DC
Hardware Specifications

Item Description
CPU Intel Atom x86_64 dual core @ 1.75 GHz CPU
Memory &
Storage 4 GB of DDR3 DRAM, 32 GB mSATA SSD
Interfaces
2 Gigabit (10/100/1000BT) Ethernet interfaces on RJ45 or 2 SFP+
Fiber interfaces compatible with 1GB / 2.5GB / 10GB modules
16, 32, 48, 96 RS-232 serial ports on RJ45 @ 230,400 bps max/port.
1 RS-232 serial console port on RJ45
1 USB 3.0 Host and 2 USB 2.0 Hosts on Type A connector
1 HDMI
Power
Single/Dual AC 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Dual DC: 40-63 VDC
Power consumption 45 W (on 96 ports)
Physical
Front-Rear mounting brackets
Size (L x W x H): 443 x 312 x 43 mm (17.4 x 12.3 x 1.7 in), 1U
Weight: 4.9 kg (10.8 lb), depending on options
Environmental Operation: 0 to 50° C (32 to 122° F), 20-90% RH, non-cond.
Storage: -20 to 67° C (-4 to 153° F), 10-90% RH, non-cond.
Port Description
HDMI HDMI Interface
USB 2 x USB 2.0 Port
PWR Power LED
SYS System LED
RST Reset button : <10s system reset, >10s configuration factory reset and system
reset
Interfaces Front
Interfaces Back

Port Description
Power Single or Dual Power Sockets
Serial Serial Interfaces
ETH0/SFP0 Network Interface
ETH1/SFP1 Network Interface
Console Console MGMT Interface
USB USB 3.0
Nodegrid Services Router
The Nodegrid Services Router is a platform appliance designed for software-defined
networking (SDN), out of band (OOB) management, DevOps, cellular failover, docker, SD-
WAN, remote/branch offices, retail locations, and network function virtualization (NFV)
capabilities.
Nodegrid Services Router
NODEGRID SERVICES ROUTER is a modular open platform appliance designed for
software-defined networking (SDN), out of band (OOB) management, DevOps, cellular
failover, docker, SD-WAN, remote/branch offices, retail locations, and network function
virtualization (NFV) capabilities.
Open Framework, Modular Services Router
Pluggable Expansion Modules - 5 slots available
Modules for GbE, Serial, SFP+ 10GbE, PoE+, USB, M.2/SATA + Antenna, Storage, Extra
Compute
1U 19" Standard Unit
Separation of Control Plane and Data Plane
Hardware Specifications

Item Description
CPU Intel Multi-core x86_64 CPU
Memory & Storage 8 GB of DDR4 DRAM, 32 GB mSATA SSD (Factory Upgradeable)
Interfaces
2 SFP+ Ethernet
2 Gigabit Ethernet
1 RS-232 serial console port on RJ45
1 USB 3.0
1 USB 2.0
1 HDMI
Power
Single/Dual AC 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Dual DC: 36-75 VDC
Power Consumption 90W typical
Physical
Front-Rear mounting brackets
Size (L x W x H): 438 x 332 x 43mm (17.2 x 13.1 x 1.7 in), 1U
Weight: 4.9 kg (10.8 lb), depending on options
Air Exhaust or Air Intake Fans (Swappable)
Environmental Operation: 0 to 45° C (32 to 113° F), 5-95% RH, non-cond.
Storage: -20 to 67° C (-4 to 153° F), 10-90% RH, non-cond.
Interfaces Front