Cyclades AlterPath KVM 16, Manual

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1: Introduction
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Local User Authentication
AlterPath KVM also supports local backup user authentication, allowing the
system to fall back to local authentication mode in case your server-based
authentication engine is unreachable. This ensures continuous, secured access
to your servers even if the network or the authentication server is down.
User Access Lists Per Port
This feature allows you to define which users have access to which servers,
which provides greater control and peace of mind.
Cascading Support with Centralized Port Management
You can have multiple AlterPath KVM switches cascaded to provide higher
port density, yet they will behave as one single, larger, KVM switch. This
means that you can configure the entire KVM switch chain from a single
point (the primary unit). Once it is ready, the configuration is broadcasted to
all the units in the chain, which simplifies the configuration process.
User authentication and access follows the same approach, which means you
authenticate only once and choose the server you want to access from a single
list, and the AlterPath KVM chain will automatically connect you to the
proper server.
Flexibility and Scalability
Cascading support with centralized port management allows the AlterPath
KVM to increase the number of managed servers without losing the initial
investment, or the advantage of a centralized configuration and access
interface. As the data center grows, managers and system administrators have
greater control, and greater ability to expand their coverage.
On-Screen Display Capability
You can use the on-screen display to control your AlterPath KVM easily.
From the OSD, you can perform tasks such as navigating through the servers,
cycling servers, and more.
Mouse Support
AlterPath KVM supports the popular PS/2 mouse interface, as well as USB
mouse and keyboard.