GPUaaS

Powering Resilient AI Infrastructure with Lantronix SLC 8000

Success Highlights

• Centralized out-of-band access to all GPUaaS rack components
• Reduced deployment time and operational costs
• Improved uptime with proven network resilience
• Enhanced security across distributed environments
• USB and serial port flexibility for vendor-neutral connectivity
• Fewer on-site visits through reliable remote management

Overview

A leading provider of on-premises GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS) platforms turned to Lantronix and its SLC™ 8000 advanced console manager to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient out-of-band (OOB) access to its AI infrastructure.

These custom-built GPUaaS platforms—deployed in data centers and edge environments— support scalable AI training, real-time inference, and predictive analytics. With 20+ interdependent devices per rack, the provider required centralized and secure remote management to ensure uptime, simplify maintenance, and streamline deployments. The Lantronix SLC 8000 delivers all of this and more.

Challenge

Ensure Secure and Reliable OOB Access to Distributed GPUaaS Infrastructure
With growing demand for edge and data center AI processing, the GPUaaS provider needed a dependable way to perform system bring-up, firmware upgrades, and ongoing maintenance across distributed installations.

Key requirements included:

• Enterprise-grade security
• Centralized, vendor-neutral console management
• Proven reliability in high-density, mission-critical environments

Solution

Lantronix SLC 8000: Console Management for AI-Ready Infrastructure
The manufacturer selected the Lantronix SLC 8000 for its unmatched flexibility, reliability, and modular design. The solution enables secure out-of-band management of all rack components — including switches, servers, power units, and proprietary hardware—via serial, USB, and Ethernet connections.

Chosen by the rack architecture team, the SLC 8000 offered:

• Enterprise scalability
• Robust remote access even during network outages
• Secure, role-based authentication
• Full compatibility with diverse device types and interfaces

“The SLC 8000 allows our teams to remotely manage and troubleshoot complex GPUaaS environments with confidence, helping us deliver uninterrupted AI services at scale.”

– Network Rack Architect
Leading Manufacturer of Onsite GPUaaS

Results

Reliable Out-of-Band Management for Mission-Critical GPUaaS Deployments
The Lantronix SLC™ 8000 has become a foundational component in the management architecture of the GPUaaS provider’s platform, which includes up to 20 tightly integrated devices per rack—ranging from high-bandwidth access switches and managed power systems to proprietary compute modules.

Deployed at the top of each rack, the SLC 8000 provides comprehensive out-of-band (OOB) access to every IT device—even during system outages or network failures. This ensures that system bring-up, initial configuration, and ongoing maintenance can be handled securely and remotely, without requiring on-site intervention.

With 24/7 accessibility and built-in resilience, the SLC 8000 enables the provider’s technical teams to:

• Perform rapid remote diagnostics
• Push updates and firmware to edge-deployed infrastructure
• Restore services faster in the event of failures
• Deliver consistent technical support across geographically distributed sites

The result: greater uptime, lower operational costs, and a scalable foundation for AI services at the edge and in the data center.

“The SLC 8000 has become a cornerstone of resilient infrastructure for our customers—delivering continuous access, faster recovery, and trusted performance at scale.”

– Todd Rychecky
GM, Out-of-Band Management, Lantronix

SLC 8000: Advanced Out-of-Band Management for High-Density AI Infrastructure

The Lantronix SLC™ 8000 is a modular, enterprise-grade console manager that provides secure, out-of-band access to IT equipment via RS-232, USB, and optional Ethernet console connections. Built for high-density environments, it is the only solution on the market that supports up to 48 high-density USB console ports, making it ideal for managing diverse infrastructure in complex GPUaaS deployments.

With full compatibility across multiple vendors’ USB and serial interfaces, the SLC 8000 delivers the flexibility required for today’s multi-vendor, AI-ready architectures.