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CHAPTER 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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2. Product Overview
2.1 Features and Benefits
The ServSelect
®
III family of switches integrate field-proven analog keyboard, video and
mouse (KVM) switching technology with advanced cable management, flexible access for
two simultaneous users and a patented, easy-to-use interface. The ServSelect III family of
KVM switches conveniently supports all major server platforms, and features powerful
on-screen management for easy system configuration and server selection. The ServSelect
III family of KVM switches also feature user peripheral ports for PS/2 and USB keyboards
and mice.
Server Access Module
A benefit of the ServSelect III switches are the Server Access Modules (SAM). The SAM
with CAT 5 design dramatically reduces cable clutter, while providing optimal resolution
and video settings. The built-in memory of the SAM simplifies configuration by assigning
and retaining unique server names and Electronic ID (EID) numbers for each attached
server. The SAM is powered directly from the server and provides Keep Alive
functionality even if the ServSelect III is not powered.
Each ServSelect III has either eight or 16 server ports for connecting SAMs. Utilizing a
SAM, you can attach additional switches to expand your ServSelect III switching system.
This flexibility allows you to add capacity as your data center grows. Reduced cost Server
Access Cables (SACs) are also available.
Multiplatform support
The SAMs available with the ServSelect III support PS/2, Sun™, USB and serial server
environments. Using the On Screen Display (OSD) in conjunction with these modules
allows you to switch easily across platforms.
Two-User Share Mode
The
ServSelect III
switches feature a Share Mode function that allows two users to
gain access to a primary server. The user configurable time-out feature allows
you to determine the amount of time (up to 600 seconds) for the target to remain
idle before the other user can take control of the target.
On Screen Display
ServSelect III uses an OSD, which features intuitive menus to configure your switching
system and select computers. Computers can be identified by unique name, EID or port
number, allowing you to assign unique server names.
Security
The OSD allows you to protect your system with a screen saver password. After a user-
defined time, the screen saver mode engages and access is prohibited until the appropriate
password is entered to reactivate the system.