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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The KN1108v / KN1116v is an IP-based KVM control unit, with dual IP / dual

power functionality, serial console access, and Virtual Media support, that

allows both local and remote operators to monitor and access multiple servers

from a single console.

Since the KN1108v / KN1116v uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol,

it 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-booting functions.

In addition to TCP/IP connectivity, the KN1108v / KN1116v provides console

ports for a locally attached USB or PS/2 console and a Laptop USB console

(LUC) – allowing access and control from the data center as well as over the

Net. Local console operation is easily accomplished either 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 multiple

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 8 or 16 port

switch can be conveniently installed in a 1U system rack, and the installation

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