Chapter 1. Introduction
Multiplatform support: PC, Mac, Sun, and serial devices
End Session function gives Super Administrators and Administrators the ability to terminate user sessions
Console conversion – any type of console can control any type of computer; mixed combinations (PS/2 & USB) supported on both the console and computer sides
An additional user port is provided on the front panel for easy system maintenance
Convenient computer selection via intuitive hotkey combinations or GUI
The GUI port list automatically expands when stations are added – port names are automatically reconfigured when the station sequence changes
User’s display automatically adjusts to resolution differences on the remote servers
Auto Scan feature for monitoring
Superior video quality – 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz for up to 300m
Auto Signal Compensation (ASC) assures optimum video resolution for distances up to 300m between computers and consoles – no DIP switch setting required
Compact design – rack mounts in only 1U of rack space
A master station can allocate the best available path for the user. If the current path is busy and there is another path available the user is automatically redirected to the available path.
Users can access features on multiple computers simultaneously – a user can be working and listening to music on computer 1 while utilizing virtual media on computer 2 at the same time.
A firmware upgrade can be performed simultaneously on all daisy chained and cascaded slave switches as well as connected adapter cables
Versatile port operation modes for flexible server management:
Scan – provides automatic monitoring of
Exclusive – allows the first user to access a port to gain exclusive viewing rights and control over it for as long as he accesses it
Occupy – allows the first user to access a port to control that port while others can only view it
Share – allows multiple users to access and control a port at the same time on a cooperative basis
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