Cisco made a cheaper one, model 500CS. Specifically 508CS and 516CS with 8 and 16 rj45 serial ports and a 10Mb AUI interface. I've bought two of them on ebay for around $300, and $400. They work great. I don't see any on Ebay right now, but they show up from time to time.
Good Luck, Vance ""McAllister Paul"" wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... > What's a *cheap* source or brand for a 6+ port serial console switch (db9 or > rj45) with a 10bT telnet interface? > > I don't have 1000 bucks to spend. I could get a 486 with some serial cards > if there really isnt anything out there. Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=50513&t=50432 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]