Description
Raritan DSX2-8 Dominion SX2 8-Port Serial Console Server with dual LAN, SSH/HTTPS security, and 1U rackmount design for remote server & network device access.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Raritan |
| Model | DSX2-8 |
| Input Power | 100–240V AC, 47–63Hz, 0.6A ×2 |
| Firmware | DSX2 Flash 2.0.0.5.871 |
| Hardware | v0.A, USB-AA, LED-0A, DB Main Board-0A |
| Ports (from spec sheet) | 8 × Serial RJ-45, 2 × Gigabit LAN, 1 × Console/Local Access |
| Cooling | 1 × Fan |
| Mounting | 1U Rack mountable |
| Certifications | UL Listed, CE, EAC, RoHS, VCCI-A |
| Place of Manufacture | Taiwan |
| Serial Example | 0X45CD00019 |
Product Features
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8 secure RJ-45 serial console ports for managing servers, routers, firewalls, and switches
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Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports for redundancy and high availability
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Advanced security with SSH, HTTPS, RADIUS, LDAP, and AES encryption
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Flexible management via Web UI, CLI, SNMP, and Serial-over-IP
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Built-in cooling fan for reliable 24/7 operation
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Compact 1U rackmount form factor, ideal for data centers and enterprise racks
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Supports single AC PSU with option for dual-AC models
General Product Information
The Raritan DSX2-8 Dominion SX2 Series Serial Console Server provides secure, reliable, and centralized access to IT infrastructure. With 8 serial RJ-45 console ports, this device allows administrators to manage critical hardware such as servers, routers, firewalls, and switches from virtually anywhere.
Engineered for enterprise environments, the DSX2-8 includes dual Gigabit Ethernet ports for redundancy, ensuring continuous connectivity even in failover scenarios. Its security-focused architecture supports SSH, HTTPS, AES encryption, LDAP, and RADIUS authentication, making it fully compliant with enterprise security standards.
The DSX2-8 offers multiple management options, including an intuitive web-based UI, command-line access, SNMP integration, and Serial-over-IP for seamless out-of-band management. Designed in a 1U rackmount chassis, it fits easily into network racks, delivering scalability and efficiency in compact deployments.
This Raritan appliance is the ideal solution for IT administrators and data centers looking for secure, remote, and reliable serial console management in mission-critical networks.
Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Raritan |
| Model | DSX2-8 (Dominion SX2 Series) |
| Ports | 8 × Serial RJ-45, 2 × Gigabit Ethernet, 1 × Console Access |
| Security | SSH, HTTPS, RADIUS, LDAP, AES Encryption |
| Management | Web UI, CLI, SNMP, Serial-over-IP |
| Input Power | 100–240V AC, 47–63Hz, 0.6A ×2 |
| Cooling | 1 × Fan |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Firmware | DSX2 Flash 2.0.0.5.871 |
| Certifications | UL, CE, RoHS, EAC, VCCI-A |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Compatible Products
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Cisco, Juniper, HP, Dell, and Arista switches/routers/firewalls
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Enterprise servers (Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem)
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Rackmount PDUs and UPS systems for data centers
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Network management software (SNMP/NMS platforms)
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Raritan KVM-over-IP solutions for full infrastructure control
Ideal Use Cases
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Data center remote console access
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Enterprise IT infrastructure management
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Branch office and distributed network administration
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Secure access to routers, switches, and firewalls
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Disaster recovery and high-availability environments
Comparison Angle
The Raritan DSX2-8 improves on earlier Dominion SX models with faster Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, enhanced security protocols, and updated firmware. Unlike unmanaged console servers, it provides enterprise-level authentication, encryption, and dual-LAN redundancy, making it more robust for large-scale IT operations.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Raritan Dominion KX III KVM-over-IP appliances
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Rackmount power distribution units (PDUs)
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Cisco Catalyst or Arista switches for network backbones
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APC or Eaton rack UPS systems
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Structured cabling kits and console cables