Black Box LES1800 Smart Console Server

Manufacturer: Black Box Corporation
Mfr. Part: LES1848A

2 GB - DDR4 SDRAM - Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber - 2 Total Expansion Slot(s) - 2 x Network (RJ-45) - 2 x USB - 48 x Serial Port - Gigabit Ethernet - Management Port - Rack-mountable - TAA Compliant

Black Box LES1800 Smart Console Server

About This Product

Overview

Next-Gen Out-of-Band Access

The LES1800 Smart Series provides secure, high-density out-of-band (OOB) management for critical infrastructure. Designed for enterprise environments and control rooms, it ensures administrators maintain control over essential systems even during production network failures, firmware issues, or cyber incidents.

Guaranteed Network Resilience

This series delivers a dedicated recovery path for switches, routers, firewalls, and PDUs. By using an independent management channel, the LES1800 maintains full visibility and administrative access regardless of primary network status, ensuring faster incident resolution and uninterrupted uptime.

Scalable High-Density Hardware

Available in 16-, 32-, and 48-port models, the LES1800 consolidates console management into a single appliance. This high-density design reduces hardware sprawl and simplifies infrastructure management across distributed networks and large-scale data centers.

Automation and Security Integration

Built for modern workflows, the platform integrates with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) for automated provisioning and remediation. It features hardware-anchored security, hardened access controls, and straight Cisco-compatible RJ-45 pinouts to provide a resilient, enterprise-grade management foundation.

The Enterprise Advantage

Unlike traditional consoles focused on manual access, the LES1800 integrates directly into automation pipelines. It is the premier choice for organizations requiring scalable, secure, and scriptable OOB strategies across complex, distributed environments.

  • Maintain administrative access when functional networks and operating systems fail
  • Direct console connectivity reduces troubleshooting time and allows rapid remote recovery
  • Dedicated management networks reduce attack surface and support zero-trust infrastructure
  • Manage entire racks or infrastructure stacks with one device
  • Reduce hardware footprint and operational complexity
  • Minimize potential failure points
  • Compatible with RJ-45 Cisco® console port straight pinout

Quick Specifications

Product Series
LES1800
Product Type
Device Server
Device Type
Console Server
Processor Manufacturer
ARM
Processor Speed
1.60 GHz
Standard Memory
2 GB
Memory Technology
DDR4 SDRAM
Media Type Supported
Twisted Pair Optical Fiber