BetterOne
Your hardware. Your Console Server.

Turn your computer into
a Console Server.

Turn a Windows PC, Linux host, or Raspberry Pi into a remote serial console server. Reuse existing hardware or build your own with a USB hub and compatible serial adapters.

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SSH example:ssh -tt -p 6001 admin@192.168.1.100

Online Terminal

Interactive preview · Sample data
Type in the terminal and press Enter, or use the input box below.

Connecting...

WebSocket connected

Switch> enable

Switch# show interfaces status

Port Name Status Vlan Duplex Speed

Gi0/1 lab-uplink connected 10 full 1000

Gi0/2 test-device connected 20 full 1000

Gi0/3 notconnect 1 auto auto

Switch# show vlan brief

VLAN Name Status Ports

1 default active Gi0/3

10 lab active Gi0/1

20 test active Gi0/2

Session connectedPort 19600 8N1/dev/ttyUSB0
Browser terminal over WebSocket. Sign in to your Console Server to connect to your serial devices.

Windows and Linux hosts; browser and SSH clients

Server Host

Windows

Use COM devices and USB location binding. Install the Windows service or run the portable edition.

x86_64 / Windows
Server Host

Linux

Enumerate serial devices, bind by device or USB location, and inspect connection retry status.

amd64 / arm64 / armv7 / Linux
ARM Linux

Raspberry Pi

Run the Linux ARM build on compatible Raspberry Pi hardware with serial adapters.

arm64 / armv7 / Raspberry Pi OS
Zero Install

Browser & SSH Clients

Access a Windows or Linux host from a browser or SSH client, including on macOS.

Client access; no macOS server build

Choose your hardware. Keep your workflow.

Reuse an existing computer

Run BetterOne on a compatible Windows or Linux computer and connect your serial devices. Start without purchasing a dedicated Console Server appliance.

Build your own console host

Choose a small PC or Raspberry Pi, a powered USB hub, and compatible serial adapters to suit your port count and installation space.

Serial access where the equipment is

Connect local serial hardware to your network for testing, development, and remote maintenance.

Factory automated testing

Connect DUT consoles to external test programs through network protocols and REST APIs. Your test software supplies the test logic and MES integration.

Hardware development & validation

Access boot output and debug commands during EVT, DVT, PVT, burn-in, reboot testing, and failure analysis.

Network equipment labs

Reach switch, router, firewall, and wireless AP consoles using adapters matched to each device interface.

Embedded development

Use compatible TTL UART adapters for bootloader interaction, kernel logs, firmware development, and board diagnostics.

Industrial serial access

Provide network access to controllers and instruments through suitable RS-232 or RS-485 adapters; application-specific protocol handling stays with your tools.

Teaching & remote labs

Let authorized users access lab equipment from a browser. Coordinate shared sessions and manage accounts with local roles.

Serial access and management are provided by BetterOne. Hardware isolation, redundant power, and an independent out-of-band network depend on your deployment.

SERIAL ACCESS & MANAGEMENT

A web interface for everyday serial management

Configure ports, inspect runtime state, manage users, and connect your own automation tools from one local server.

Web & CLI

Web graphical management

Configure serial parameters, protocol listeners, users, and runtime diagnostics in the browser. Startup and TLS settings remain available in the configuration file.

Port Mapping

Multi-protocol access

Choose Raw TCP for byte streams, Telnet for legacy consoles, SSH for encrypted access, or WebSocket for browser and application connections.

Web & CLI

Browser serial terminal

Read serial output and send commands from your browser without installing a separate terminal client.

Stable Binding

Stable logical port mapping

Bind by device name, USB location, or VID/PID and a unique USB serial number to reduce the impact of COM or tty name changes.

Security

Local users & roles

Manage admin and engineer accounts, browser sessions, and API keys. Per-console user permission assignment: TBD.

Diagnostics

Management audit & access logs

Query management audits and inspect connection logs for troubleshooting. These records do not constitute complete serial-session recording.

Web & CLI

REST API integration

Query devices and status, configure serial parameters and listeners, and control connections using authenticated management APIs.

Automation

Automation through your tools

Connect Python, Go, or C# programs to DUT consoles. External programs implement command sequences, output checks, and test workflows.

Stable Binding

Choose the right serial adapter

Use compatible adapters for RJ45 Console, DB9 RS-232, TTL UART, RS-485, or serial-capable USB Type-C interfaces.

Port Mapping

Centralized multi-port management

Manage physical and USB serial ports on one host. Free 2P, 8P, 16P, and 48P editions differ by enabled console capacity.

Server Host

Cross-platform deployment

Run on Windows x86-64 or supported Linux amd64, arm64, and armv7 systems, including compatible Raspberry Pi installations.

Private

Local independent operation

Serial access and local license verification do not require continuous Internet access. Online activation and offline license import are both available.

Mapping depends on device identifiers and USB topology. Recheck bindings after moving hardware or replacing hubs. USB Type-C must expose a compatible serial function; match adapters to the required electrical standard.

SIMPLE 3-STEP ARCHITECTURE

Set up your serial console server

Connect your serial adapters, configure console bindings and listeners, then access them from your network.

01
System serial devices

Attach your serial hardware

Attach a supported serial adapter and install its operating system driver. Configure the device name or USB physical location.

Device enumeration & USB slot binding
02
Standalone Go server

Start the BetterOne daemon

Start the server, set the initial administrator password, then bind devices and configure serial parameters and protocol listeners.

Windows & Linux builds
03
Native SSH or browser console

Connect from your network

Use SSH with a password or public key, or open the browser terminal. Enable HTTPS in the web interface or use a TLS proxy; Telnet and Raw TCP default to disabled, local-only listeners.

SSH password or public key

BetterOne Protocol Topology & Flow

1. Target Devices
Network Switches & RoutersRS-232
Industrial serial accessRS-485
Embedded SoCs & BoardsUART / 3.3V
2. BetterOne Console Host
Core Multiplexing Engine

Device binding, serial configuration, multi-client output, authentication, and runtime diagnostics.

Host: Win 11 / Linux VM / Raspberry Pi
3. Unified Client Access
Web Console (Zero-Client)HTTP(S) /console/N
Direct SSH (PuTTY, iTerm)SSH :6000+
CI/CD & Python AutomationREST / WS
CONSOLE LICENSING

Same features. Choose your port capacity.

All editions share the same software features. Free 2P has no time limit; paid licenses are per host and include the first year of updates and security maintenance.

Provisional pricing

Free (2P)

US$0

No time limit

Console range: 1–2

  • SSH, Telnet, Raw TCP & WebSocket
  • Browser terminal with log download
  • Stable logical port mapping
  • Local users, API keys & management audit
  • No time limit

No mandatory subscription

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8P

US$49

Per host · perpetual license

Console range: 1–8

  • SSH, Telnet, Raw TCP & WebSocket
  • Browser terminal with log download
  • Stable logical port mapping
  • Local users, API keys & management audit
  • First year of updates included

Annual maintenance: US$15 (provisional)

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16P

US$89

Per host · perpetual license

Console range: 1–16

  • SSH, Telnet, Raw TCP & WebSocket
  • Browser terminal with log download
  • Stable logical port mapping
  • Local users, API keys & management audit
  • First year of updates included

Annual maintenance: US$27 (provisional)

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48P

US$199

Per host · perpetual license

Console range: 1–48

  • SSH, Telnet, Raw TCP & WebSocket
  • Browser terminal with log download
  • Stable logical port mapping
  • Local users, API keys & management audit
  • First year of updates included

Annual maintenance: US$59 (provisional)

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Prices are provisional. Final prices, taxes, and purchase terms will be confirmed at release.

Updates & maintenance

Buy once. Renew updates when you need them.

Covered versions continue running after maintenance expires. A newer build outside coverage runs as Free 2P until a covering license is installed.

Maintenance includes new versions and features, bug fixes, security updates, compatibility improvements, and general software maintenance.

Planned renewal terms are 1, 3, or 5 years, subject to the purchase page. Renewals before expiry extend existing coverage; expired-coverage restoration terms are TBD.

Maintenance excludes one-to-one technical support, remote installation, environment troubleshooting, custom development, and dedicated SLAs. Use documentation and FAQs for self-service guidance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common questions about BetterOne

Everything you need to know about hardware compatibility, architecture, and deployment.

Turn a Windows PC, Linux host, or Raspberry Pi into a remote serial console server. Reuse existing hardware or build your own with a USB hub and compatible serial adapters.

Run BetterOne on your own hardware.

Windows service installer, Linux deb/rpm packages, and portable archives are supported. Public download availability: TBD.

Windows

Setup .exe / ZIP / x86_64

Download: TBD

Linux

deb / rpm / tar.gz / amd64 / arm64 / armv7

Download: TBD

Raspberry Pi

Compatible Linux ARM build

Download: TBD

Installation upgrades restart the service and disconnect sessions. Uninstalling retains configuration and data; back up before upgrading.

Before installing or using the software, read the Software License (EULA), Privacy Policy , and Disclaimer.

Project documentation

See the customer manual for installation and operation. The running server provides local API documentation at /api/docs and its OpenAPI schema at /api/openapi.yaml.

Customer documentation