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KVM Over the NET™ User Manual
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Since the switches use TCP/IP for their communications protocol, they can be
accessed via their IP addresses from anywhere on the LAN, WAN, or Internet
– whether the connecting computer is located down the hall, down the street,
or half-way around the world. Remote operators can log in via their browser or
make use of stand-alone Windows or Java GUI applications. Java allows the
switches to work with JRE (Java Runtime Environment) enabled operating
systems – ensuring multi-platform operability.
The client software allows operators to exchange keyboard, video and mouse
signals with the servers attached to the switches just as if they were present
locally and working on the equipment directly.
Up to 32 users can share the switch’s buses. A Message Board feature allows
them to communicate with each other to facilitate port sharing.
Administrators can handle a multitude of maintenance tasks with ease – from
installing and running GUI applications, to BIOS level troubleshooting, routine
monitoring, concurrent maintenance, system administration, rebooting and
even pre-boot functions.
Local console operation is easily accomplished by entering hotkey
combinations from the keyboard with a full screen GUI display.
Monitoring the installation’s activities couldn’t be easier. A convenient Auto
Scan feature permits automatic switching from port to port at user-specified
intervals, while the Panel Array Mode can display the video output of up to 42
servers at the same time.
The switches feature RJ-45 connectors allowing them to use CAT 5e cable to
link to the servers. This space-saving innovation means that a full 16, 24, 32 or
40 port switch can be conveniently installed in a 1U system rack, and the
installation can take advantage of the internal network wiring built into most
modern commercial buildings.
Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is
entailed. Because the switch intercepts keyboard input directly, there is no need
to get involved in complex software installation routines, or to be concerned
with incompatibility problems.
Since the firmware is upgradeable over the Net, you can stay current with the
latest functionality improvements simply by downloading firmware updates
from our website as they become available.
With its powerful security features, the KVM Over the NET™ switch provides
the fastest, most reliable, most cost effective way to remotely access and
manage widely distributed multiple server installations.