Bold SR

Overview

The Nodegrid Bold SR is a small desktop services router for out-of-band management of devices at branch, edge and colocation sites. It connects to equipment over serial, Ethernet and USB, and can host virtual machines and Docker, Kubernetes or LXC containers. Optional cellular and Wi-Fi provide backup connectivity.

Built for

Remote branch sites without IT staff
Retail, telecom and oil and gas locations
Edge and colocation equipment management
Backup connectivity with cellular failover

Key features

Serial and switched Ethernet

Combines eight RS-232 serial ports with a four-port built-in Gigabit switch.

Application hosting

Supports virtualization and Docker, Kubernetes and LXC containers.

Cellular failover

Optional 4G LTE or 5G modems with dual SIM provide a backup path.

Zero Touch Provisioning

Supports setup over the WAN through ZPE Cloud for remote locations.

Hardened security

Includes TPM 2.0, UEFI Secure Boot, a signed OS, self-encrypted disk and a built-in firewall.

Specifications

CPU: Intel x86_64, 2 or 4 cores
Memory: 4GB or 8GB DDR3
Storage: 32GB SED, optional 128GB second disk
Serial ports: 8x RS-232 on RJ45
Ethernet: 1x GbE + 4x GbE with built-in switch
USB: 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0
Video / console: 1x VGA, 1x console port
Cellular: Optional 2x 4G LTE or 1x 5G, dual SIM
Wi-Fi: Optional Wi-Fi 5
Power: 12 VDC via external AC adapter or DC-in
Power consumption: 25 W typical
Dimensions: 142 x 201 x 44 mm
Weight: 1.2 kg (2.6 lb)
Operating temperature: -20 to 50 °C
Operating system: Nodegrid OS (x86_64)

Models and options

ZPE-BSR-24 series (2-core, 4GB DDR3)
ZPE-BSR-48 series (4-core, 8GB DDR3)
Options include AC or DC power, Wi-Fi 5, 4G LTE (CAT12), 5G (CAT20) and a 128GB second disk

Specifications as published by ZPE Systems. Configurations vary by model; we will confirm the exact build with your quote.