ATEN Technology CN8000 Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The CN8000 is a control unit that provides “over-IP” capability to KVM switches that do not have built in over-IP functionality. It allows operators to monitor and access their computers from remote locations using a standard Internet browser or Windows and Java based application programs. The CN8000 connects to the Internet, an Intranet, LAN, or WAN using industry standard Cat 5e cable, then uses a custom KVM cable to connect to a local KVM switch or server.

Because the CN8000 uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, the server or KVM switch it is connected to can be accessed from any computer on the Net – whether that computer is located down the hall, down the street, or halfway around the world.

Operators at remote locations connect to the CN8000 via its IP address. Once a connection has been established and authorization granted, the remote computer can exchange keyboard, video and mouse signals with the server (or servers on a KVM switch installation), just as if they were physically present and working on the equipment directly.

KVM Switch

The CN8000 expands on previous models by providing a dedicated RS-232 port for modem access or serial console management, a PON port to attach a Power Over the NET™ device and USB 2.0 virtual media capability.

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