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Rackmount console server, matte metal front, ninety-six serial ports, dual SFP+ uplinks, two USB ports, two RJ45 network ports

Opengear

Opengear CM8196-10G 96-port console server

SKU CH-W1FX-VABEW MPN CM8196-10G

A console server providing 96 selectable serial ports, dual 10GbE SFP+ uplinks, dual 1GbE LAN, two USB 3.0 ports and 1.95 GB DDR4 SDRAM for out-of-band management

  • Interface type96 selectable serial ports, 2x 10GbE SFP+, 2x 1GbE, 2x USB 3
  • WAN interfaces2x 10GbE SFP+
  • Network ports2x 1GbE
  • Wireless adapter includedNo (wired device, no WiFi)
  • 96 selectable serial ports for dense out-of-band management
  • Dual 10GbE SFP+ uplinks connect directly to high-speed networks
  • 95 GB DDR4 SDRAM runs containerised automation workloads
  • Hardware TPM 2.0 module enforces secure boot integrity
  • Dual power supplies with independent monitoring maintain uptime

96-port console server for data centres

The Opengear CM8196-10G is a new console manager built for data centres, enterprise networks and edge locations. It provides 96 selectable serial ports for dense out-of-band management of network infrastructure. The unit includes 1.95 GB of DDR4 SDRAM to support containerised applications and automation workloads. It is designed for administrators who need centralised control over large device estates.

Dual 10GbE SFP+ uplinks and serial density

The chassis uses twisted-pair and optical-fibre media with two 10GbE SFP+ WAN ports and two 1GbE LAN ports for high-speed network connectivity. Two USB 3.0 host ports and a dedicated RJ-45 RS-232 console port offer local access options. Ninety-six serial ports are presented in a compact form factor that reduces rack footprint. Dual power supplies with independent monitoring support continuous availability.

Verify rack space and uplink compatibility

Confirm that your rack can accommodate the appliance and that your core switches have available SFP+ ports for the 10GbE uplinks. Ensure serial cabling matches the 96-port pinout for the devices you intend to manage. Check that your automation toolchain can consume the REST API for Docker and Python scripting. Buyers who require integrated 5G cellular connectivity should select a different model.

How it compares

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Price $5,981.99
Pricier than about 93% of the 495 comparable items (median $126.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameOpengear
Model nameCM8196-10G
Part numberCM8196-10G
Connectivity
Wireless adapter includedNo (wired device, no WiFi)
Ports & slots
Interface type96 selectable serial ports, 2x 10GbE SFP+, 2x 1GbE, 2x USB 3.0 host ports, 1x RJ45 RS-232 console port
WAN interfaces2x 10GbE SFP+
Network ports2x 1GbE
Size & build
Shipping weight5.55 kg
Package size532 × 519 × 152 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 10GbE SFP+ interface cap in practice?

The two 10GbE SFP+ uplinks provide 10 Gbps wired throughput each for high-speed network connections.

What physical space and mounting does the CM8196-10G need?

It fits a standard 19-inch rack and uses two expansion slots for the 96 serial ports and uplinks.

How is the console server installed and what step is often missed?

Connect the 96 serial ports, dual power supplies, and uplinks, then enable the TPM 2.0 module for secure boot.

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