Several weeks ago, I wrote about a remote serial solution called Air Console, which provides an all in one solution for wired, LAN, wifi, and bluetooth serial connectivity.  I’ve found Air Console extremely useful since then.  I just initializing  two Data Domains and four RecoverPoint RPAs in a cramped, crowded server room with no comfortable place to work from my laptop.  No problem!  I simply walked in with my Air Console Mini and iPad, and initialized all six devices wirelessly.  It beats figuring out how to maneuver a serial cable to some place where I would have to sit on a floor indian leg style.  Full disclosure: I have the flexibility of a 2×4.  It worked once again like a champ.

Get-Console noticed my blog article and contacted me to offer my readers 10% off using coupon code JJGH667QS on their orders.  (I wish I got that deal, but it was still worth every penny!)

Also, Get-Console has solutions to connect to multiple serial devices simultaneously.  This could be useful for initializing six devices like I just did.  It could also be used as an out of band management solution for a rack full of routers and switches, too!

So, if you’re looking for a smarter serial solution, check them out!