Avocent MergePoint 5224 / 5240

The MergePoint ® 5224/5240 service processor (SP) managers simplify management of servers with SP technologies by consolidating IP connections, user access and server health information.

With multiple Ethernet ports, the MergePoint 5224/5240 appliances connect point-to-point with Ethernet-based service processors, such as HP® Integrated Lights-Out (iLO), Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI, versions 1.5 and 2.0), Dell® Remote Access Card (DRAC), IBM® Remote Supervisor Adapter II (RSA II) and Sun® Advanced Lights Out Management (ALOM).

By consolidating SP Ethernet ports, the MergePoint 5224/5240 SP managers require only one external IP address and Ethernet switch port for all connected devices, significantly reducing deployment costs associated with SPs. By isolating and protecting the connected SPs from the external production network, the MergePoint 5224/5240 appliances provide secure and efficient rack-level management with seamless integration into the management infrastructure.

As part of the MergePoint 5200 series of SP managers, the MergePoint 5224/5240 appliances provide secure Serial over LAN (SoL), power control, hardware monitoring and the new DirectCommand feature, which enables transparent, secure access to the SP's native interface. When used in conjunction with DSView® 3 management software, the MergePoint 5224/5240 appliances provide essential server coverage, which complements the overall management infrastructure.

The MergePoint 5224/5240 appliances allow enterprise-class authentication, authorization and auditing (AAA) security and encryption, and extend this functionality to all servers. Other standard features include data logging, event detection and notification, SNMP proxy, graphing and alarms for sensors and shared access to management ports.

Quick Facts

Features and Benefits

Feature	Benefit
Server Management
SoL, power control, hardware monitoring and alerts	Complete, full-featured remote server management from a single user interface
SoL with data logging	Better auditing, faster troubleshooting
Physical consolidation of service processors	Ethernet port and IP address savings, superior security
Strong enterprise security features (AAA, granular ACLs, data logging)	Easier compliance with internal security policies, integration with existing security systems
DirectCommand - direct access to SP's native user interface	Access to familiar SP user interface and all of its features without impact on security
Event and alert management	Enables proactive response to server issues
Service Processor Management
Built-in DHCP server for dynamic IP address assignment to service processors	Simpler service processor deployment
User Interface
Single console for multiple service processor types	Consolidated server management regardless of the type of embedded management technologies in use
Embedded Web interface	Intuitive interface provides a shorter learning curve and faster product deployment
Consistent, scriptable command line interface	Reduces human error, simplifies training, automation and integration with other management tools
Rich SSH device management command options	Easier automation, scripting, integration with existing management procedures
Integration with DSView 3 management software	Provides a single user interface for management of the entire IT infrastructure

Specifications

Mechanical
Height	1.75 in. (4.45 cm)
Width	17 in. (43.18 cm)
Depth	12 in. (30 cm)
Weight	9 lb. (4 kg)
Environmental
Operating Temp	50°F to 122°F (10° to 50°C)
Storage Temp	-40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C)
Humidity	5 to 90 percent noncondensing
Hardware
Service Processor Support	IPMI 1.5, IPMI 2.0, DRAC III, iLO, iLO 2; RSA II, ALOM
CPU	Free scale Power QUICC III @ 633 MHz
Memory	256 MB DDRAM/128 MB compact flash
Interfaces	24/40 x 10/100BT RJ-45 server Ethernet interfaces on RJ-45 1 RS-232 serial console on RJ-45 1 RS-232 serial port on RJ-45 for power manager or external modem 1 10/100/1000BT primary user Ethernet on RJ-45 1 10/100BT secondary user Ethernet on RJ-45 (with failover support for primary interface)
Power
Power	Universal AC, single or dual 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.4 A max. dual DC, 36-75 VDC, max. input current 5 A
Standards
Approved Agency	FCC Part 15 Class A CE: EN55022 Class A and EN55024 Class A CSA, C-Tick, ICES-T03

Diagram

Ordering Details

Description	Part Number	Price (USD)
MergePoint 5224 SAC, 24 port, single AC power	MGP5224SAC-001	$2,995
MergePoint 5240 SAC, 40-port, single AC power	MGP5240SAC-001	$3,995
MergePoint 5224 DAC, 24-port, dual AC power	MGP5224DAC-001	$3,395
MergePoint 5240 DAC, 40-port, dual AC power	MGP5240DAC-001	$4,395
MergePoint 5224 DDC, 24-port, dual DC power	MGP5224DDC	$3,995
MergePoint 5240 DDC, 40-port, dual DC power	MGP5240DDC	$4,995
Software
Description	Part Number	Price (USD)
MergePoint 5224/5240, 20-target add-on license	MGPUG-20	$1,000

Avocent Care Pricing

Description	Program	Price (% of RRP)
Avocent Care Warranty *Plus* Program	3-year, Pre-Paid	15%
Avocent Care Warranty *Plus* Program	4-year, Pre-Paid	17%
Avocent Care Warranty *Plus* Program	5-year, Pre-Paid	20%
Avocent Care Warranty *Premium* Program	3-year, Pre-Paid	24%
Avocent Care Warranty *Premium* Program	4-year, Pre-Paid	30%
Avocent Care Warranty *Premium* Program	5-year, Pre-Paid	35%