The CS1716i KVM switch is an IP based KVM that allows either a local or remote operator to monitor and control 16 directly attached servers, or through daisy chaining as many as 256 computers. The IP console is accessed via a browser and control of the servers is accomplished via either a Java or Windows, based client. This arrangement allows you to connect to the unit from anywhere on your LAN, WAN or Internet [with a high speed connection] permitting you to work on your servers to the same degree as being in the server room, up and including BIOS adjustments. The KVM features a panel array mode where you can selectively monitor up to 16 servers simultaneously in a grid array, simply clicking on one of the images instantly brings that server to focus. Because up to 32 users may be logged on concurrently and the unit is single bus, a message board similar to chat is provided so users may collaborate with troubleshooting. Security features include two level user name and password protection. Users can be assigned port-by-port access rights. 128 bit SSL encryption for the browser, and RC4 128 bit encryption for secure keyboard, mouse, and video data transmission. The CS1716i also supports authentication and authorization via remote servers, such as RADIUS, LDAP, LDAPS, and MS Active Directory.
- A single console controls up to 16 computers
- Daisy-chain up to 31 additional units and control up to 256 computers from a single console
- Front accessible USB port allows each computer to access USB peripherals
- Dual Interface andsupports computers and console with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice
- Multiplatform support and Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Linux, Mac, and Sun
- Display Emulation Technology and stores the console monitor's EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) to optimize display resolution
- Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
- USB / PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation and computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere
- Video resolution up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B
- No software required and convenient computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys and multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menus
- Auto-senses station's position on daisy-chained installations; no need for manual dip switch setting; front panel led indicates station's position
- Port names automatically reconfigured when station sequence is changed
- Two level password security; only authorized users view and control computers; up to four users and an administrator with separate profiles for each
- Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers
- Broadcast mode; operations simultaneously performed on all selected computers
- Hot pluggable and add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
- Buzzer on/off via hotkey and OSD
- Firmware upgrades to all the chained KVM switches at the same time via the daisy-chain cable
- Rack mountable in 19" system rack (1U)
