Introduction

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KVM.net II is a robust central management appliance that provides reliable and secure management of KVM IP devices. KVM.net II integrates with Minicom IP devices and Serial console server devices to facilitate an intuitively manageable, centralized out-of-band access portal - designed to maintain all IT assets. KVM.net

IIcentralizes all user account information relevant for IP device administration without interfering in the stand-alone survivability of each device.

Pre-installation guidelines

Prepare a list of all KVM.net II system components. You will need this information to configure the system.

The attached sheet contains 2 lists of all the details you need to prepare for Minicom KVM/IP devices and PX units (not PX Serial). Photocopy or print it out.

The lists should include the IP device name and MAC address, KVM switch and the Target details.

For each Target, list:

∙A unique and clearly identifiable name

∙The operating system

∙Non-default mouse settings. Default mouse settings do not need to be listed

Configuring KVM/IP devices to be KVM.net enabled

Refer to the User Guide of each KVM/IP device and configure them to be KVM.net enabled.

Connecting the KVM.net II Manager

1.Connect the KVM.net II Manager to the network as follows: On the rear panel connect an Ethernet cable to LAN 1. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the network switch.

2.Connect the KVM.net II Manager to a power supply outlet.

3.Press the Power button to switch on the KVM.net II Manager. The power indicators illuminate.

4.Install the Bezel.