ATEN CN8000A, User Manual

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The CN8000A is a control unit that provides “over-IP” capability to KVM
switches that do not have built in over-IP functionality. It allows operators to
monitor and access their computers from remote locations using a standard
Internet browser or Windows and Java based application programs. The
CN8000A connects to the local area network using standard Cat 5e cable, then
uses a custom KVM cable to connect to a local KVM switch or server.
Because the CN8000A uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, the
server or KVM switch it is connected to can be accessed from any computer
across the Internet – whether that computer is located down the hall, down the
street, or half-way around the world.
Operators at remote locations connect to the CN8000A via its IP address. Once
a connection has been established and authorization granted, the remote
computer can exchange keyboard, video and mouse signals with the server (or
servers on a KVM switch installation), just as if they were physically present
and working on the equipment directly.
The CN8000A expands on previous models by providing a dedicated RS-232
port for modem access or serial console management, a PON port to attach a
Power Over the NET™ device and a Laptop USB Console port for easy
console access from a laptop.
KVM Switch