Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The KL9108 and KL9116 Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches are control units that allow secure access to multiple computers from a single KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse), console. A single KL9108 or KL9116 can control up to 8 or 16 computers, respectively. They consist of an integrated LCD monitor, keyboard, and touchpad in a in a 1U rack-mountable retractable sliding housing.

The LCD and keyboard/touchpad modules slide independently of each other. To maximize space in your data center, the keyboard/touchpad module slides back to "hide away" when not in use, while the thin profile LCD monitor rotates back – flush against the rack – allowing convenient monitoring of computer activity.

The KL9108 / KL9116 features IP-based connectivity that allows one local operator and multiple remote operators to concurrently monitor and access the computers on your installation. Because the it uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, the KL9108 / KL9116 can be accessed from any computer on the LAN, WAN, or Internet – whether that computer is located down the hall, down the street, or halfway around the world.

Remote

Local

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