KVM switch (Keybroad Video Mouse switch) the name of the official switch to multi-computer, that is, a set of keyboard, monitor and mouse to control 2, 4, 8, 16 or even more than 4096 mainframe computer; switch divided into manual and automated devices (the number is now out (CAT-5) network port KVM), only the more expensive automatic, manual different manufacturers offer different ways to control access, including the button operation, or from the keyboard to hotkey or menu screen to operate.
There are the general switch with the line, referred to as a three-and-line, from the surface meaning of the word is the VGA cable, mouse lines, three lines merge keyboard, KVM up to another 10-meter line, otherwise the signal will be weaker, effect. Switch plug-and-play design, under normal circumstances is not the driver, you can use to connect. Should preferably connected KVM host and after host Kai.
Supports PC, SUN and MAC and other brands of computers and servers. For NETWARE, WIN95/98/2000/ME/XP/NT, UNIX, OS / 2 and various operating systems and application software. Easy to operate, is a KVM Hotkey provides a combination of brand health, OSD is now commonly used in the KVM switch mode, OSD is the screen display menu, the menu will show a KVM then the number of servers for each server or set up an administrator name password functions.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
What is a KVM Splitter?
by 42U
A KVM splitter, also called a "reverse KVM switch," creates two or more keyboard, mouse, and monitor access points to one computer, and allows all attached keyboards, mice, and monitors to function as though they were connected directly to the target computer.
KVM splitters can be used successfully in a variety of applications. For example, they work well in offices or manufacturing plants that require multiple monitoring stations to accomplish similar or identical tasks. Instead of using (or purchasing) a second computer, a KVM splitter allows two or more users to share the capabilities of one computer without installing software on the target system.
It is important to note that KVM splitters do not allow users to work on different programs. All users accessing the KVM splitter are required to view the same application at all times, as KVM splitters do not provide multiple instances on the same computer, only multiple points of access to the same peripheral connections.
KVM Splitter Diagram2-Port KVM Splitter Diagram
Modes of Operation:Some KVM splitters offer modes of control to limit user activity. "Delay Mode", which permits active users to lock out idled users for a specific amount of time, is the most widely available function. Some products, such as Raritan's PC Share device, allow users to change the delay mode from 2 to 99 seconds.
NTI's PS2 KVM Splitter has multiple modes of operation. For example, "User 1" mode allows only "User 1" to type or activate the mouse, and all remaining users under this mode have "Video Only" functionality. In order for all users to retain keyboard and mouse control, "User 1" is required to change the mode back to "Delay Mode."
Diagram of Raritan's PC Share Device(3 Local Users and 2 Extended Users)Rose Electronics offers a rack mountable MultiStation KVM Splitter. The MultiStation allows multiple users to connect on a first-come, first-served basis to a single computer. Proprietary user cables and computer cables must be purchased along with the MultiStation KVM Splitter.
A KVM splitter, also called a "reverse KVM switch," creates two or more keyboard, mouse, and monitor access points to one computer, and allows all attached keyboards, mice, and monitors to function as though they were connected directly to the target computer.
KVM splitters can be used successfully in a variety of applications. For example, they work well in offices or manufacturing plants that require multiple monitoring stations to accomplish similar or identical tasks. Instead of using (or purchasing) a second computer, a KVM splitter allows two or more users to share the capabilities of one computer without installing software on the target system.
It is important to note that KVM splitters do not allow users to work on different programs. All users accessing the KVM splitter are required to view the same application at all times, as KVM splitters do not provide multiple instances on the same computer, only multiple points of access to the same peripheral connections.
KVM Splitter Diagram2-Port KVM Splitter Diagram
Modes of Operation:Some KVM splitters offer modes of control to limit user activity. "Delay Mode", which permits active users to lock out idled users for a specific amount of time, is the most widely available function. Some products, such as Raritan's PC Share device, allow users to change the delay mode from 2 to 99 seconds.
NTI's PS2 KVM Splitter has multiple modes of operation. For example, "User 1" mode allows only "User 1" to type or activate the mouse, and all remaining users under this mode have "Video Only" functionality. In order for all users to retain keyboard and mouse control, "User 1" is required to change the mode back to "Delay Mode."
Diagram of Raritan's PC Share Device(3 Local Users and 2 Extended Users)Rose Electronics offers a rack mountable MultiStation KVM Splitter. The MultiStation allows multiple users to connect on a first-come, first-served basis to a single computer. Proprietary user cables and computer cables must be purchased along with the MultiStation KVM Splitter.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
About MINICOM solutions
KVM.net is MINICOM company focused on the globalization of new management solutions. The program can seamlessly connect the various manufacturers of more than 500 kinds of analog KVM switches. This unique transmission is set to bring the benefits of end-users.
1, No need for the replacement of KVM switches can be increased on a global program KVM.net centralized management system will no longer replace the previous structure of the KVM, but simple access to the server space is running a global KVM system, and and the original third KVM switch to run side by side. Each switch can be smart and every MINICOM the coexistence of IP access. KVM IP gateway that can connect each device prior to KVM switches and equipment, so as to KVM centralized management system provides the world's most competitive low-cost system to ensure that customers faster and better able to win the return on investment.
2, If a company is planning to build a data center and requires a large amount of new server. KVM.net any contact can be provided for each MINICOMPX encryption, a digital matrix devices, and servers for the user to provide a safe and unobstructed access. In addition, from the previous KVM switches and intelligent IP access server and jointly controlled by the new PX-controlled new servers can be managed by the KVM.net. In this way, all the servers are KVM.net management, data centers can access the new server and equipment without having to worry about how the new structure of cooperation and unity of the old.
3, The system can directly access the global KVM management system, and enter the server space is running without a crash or pre-arranged, and need not occupy the company's working hours, without having to worry about lost business.
4, IT managers also need to take the time to use the graphical interface KVM.net management system, but he understood the need to use too many systems, but as long as he can operate before the KVM system can operate on the system now.
1, No need for the replacement of KVM switches can be increased on a global program KVM.net centralized management system will no longer replace the previous structure of the KVM, but simple access to the server space is running a global KVM system, and and the original third KVM switch to run side by side. Each switch can be smart and every MINICOM the coexistence of IP access. KVM IP gateway that can connect each device prior to KVM switches and equipment, so as to KVM centralized management system provides the world's most competitive low-cost system to ensure that customers faster and better able to win the return on investment.
2, If a company is planning to build a data center and requires a large amount of new server. KVM.net any contact can be provided for each MINICOMPX encryption, a digital matrix devices, and servers for the user to provide a safe and unobstructed access. In addition, from the previous KVM switches and intelligent IP access server and jointly controlled by the new PX-controlled new servers can be managed by the KVM.net. In this way, all the servers are KVM.net management, data centers can access the new server and equipment without having to worry about how the new structure of cooperation and unity of the old.
3, The system can directly access the global KVM management system, and enter the server space is running without a crash or pre-arranged, and need not occupy the company's working hours, without having to worry about lost business.
4, IT managers also need to take the time to use the graphical interface KVM.net management system, but he understood the need to use too many systems, but as long as he can operate before the KVM system can operate on the system now.
Unresolved gap kvm system
1, a number of KVM management system can also manage its own brand of KVM IP switches and equipment, and with the information storage and applications, a number of IT-related departments need to adopt a new type of switch. This means that some years later, some companies will face different types of KVM switches and equipment companies can not hope that, as a set of common management system exists in the data center. When the customer needs centralized management system, manufacturers will be the previous system, only the KVM switch and equipment away.
2, data center managers are faced with many problems, such as: the budget and very little artificial circumstances, to update the time and data. Although customers are convinced that the future requires a global centralized management system, but the data center is faced with so many external costs, inevitably deferred consideration, thereby reducing the customer's return on investment.
3, each of the cost of KVM switch in a few hundred dollars to several thousands of dollars, if the work of these products can also put it away for the customers, some economically unacceptable. In response to these complicated situations, many of the previous switch was used, and for the company's CFO is also very confusing, "Now that can not be used, why it also installed"?
4, the previous removal of KVM switches and KVM products to replace a whole will inevitably cause conflict and server installation can not work for some time, it is cause-related data center managers and network administrators to consider the total system in the replacement plan, which affect the company's normal working hours.
2, data center managers are faced with many problems, such as: the budget and very little artificial circumstances, to update the time and data. Although customers are convinced that the future requires a global centralized management system, but the data center is faced with so many external costs, inevitably deferred consideration, thereby reducing the customer's return on investment.
3, each of the cost of KVM switch in a few hundred dollars to several thousands of dollars, if the work of these products can also put it away for the customers, some economically unacceptable. In response to these complicated situations, many of the previous switch was used, and for the company's CFO is also very confusing, "Now that can not be used, why it also installed"?
4, the previous removal of KVM switches and KVM products to replace a whole will inevitably cause conflict and server installation can not work for some time, it is cause-related data center managers and network administrators to consider the total system in the replacement plan, which affect the company's normal working hours.
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