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2. Features
3.1 Computer
• A VGA, SVGA or MultiSync computer with an HD15 port
Note:
The max resolution is 1280 x 1024. The resolutions of the connected computers must not exceed these limits.
Either:
1. A Mini-DIN 6 (PS/2) keyboard and mouse port.
2. A USB Type-A port.
3.2 Console*
• A VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync monitor capable of the highest resolution on any system in the installation
• A PS/2 or USB-style mouse
• A PS/2 or USB-style keyboard
*Optional external console ports are included on the NetDirector Console KVM Switches.
3.3 Cables
This KVM switch requires the following custom-wired premium cables:
Function
Tripp Lite Part
To Connect a PS/2 or USB Computer to the KVM
P778-Series PS/2 or USB Combo KVM Cable Kit
Daisy-Chain Cables
P772- Series Daisy-Chain Cables
3.4 Operating Systems
OS
Version
Windows
2000 and higher
Linux RedHat
7.1 and higher
Linux SuSE
9.0 and higher
Linux Mandriva (Mandrake)
9.0 and higher
UNIX AIX
4.3 and higher
OS
Version
UNIX FreeBSD
4.2 and higher
UNIX Sun
Solaris 8 and higher
Novell Netware
5.0 and higher
Mac
OS 9 and higher
DOS
6.22
3. System Requirements
• Dual Interface supports computers with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice.
• Keyboard and mouse emulation (PS/2 and USB) allows for simultaneous booting of computers even when the console focus is elsewhere.
• The B020-U16-19-KG uses a German (QWERTZ) keyboard layout and the B20-U16-19-KF uses a French (AZERTY) keyboard layout.
• External USB port allows for sharing of USB1.1 peripherals among all ports on the KVM switch.*
• Multiplatform support: supports Windows, Linux, Mac and Sun.
• Supports multimedia USB keyboards for PC, Mac and Sun.
• Daisy-chain up to 31 additional switches to connect up to 264 computers.
• The B022-U08 can be daisy-chained from the B020-U16-19-KG or B020-U16-19-KF.
• Daisy-chained station position is automatically sensed – no need for manual DIP switch settings.
• Station ID LED indicates the switch’s station position.
• No software required.
• Select a computer via push-buttons, hotkeys or On Screen Display (OSD) menus.
• Auto-scan feature allows for continuous scanning of connected computers.
• Hot Pluggable: add/remove computers without powering down the KVM switch.
• Two-level password security: only authorized Users can view and control the connected computers. (Up to four Users and one Administrator).
• Superior video quality: supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024.
• Rackmountable in 19” rack system (1U).
• Firmware upgradeable.
*USB1.1 peripheral sharing function works only when using the USB Cable Kit connections.
