Chapter 1. Introduction

System Requirements

Remote User Computers

Remote user computers (also referred to as client computers) are the ones the users log into the switch with from remote locations over the internet (see Terminology, page xv). The following equipment must be installed on these computers:

ŠFor best results we recommend computers with at least a P 4 2 GHz processor, with their screen resolution set to 1024 x 768.

ŠBrowsers must support 128 bit SSL encryption.

ŠFor the Log Server, you must have the Microsoft Jet OLEDB 4.0 or higher driver installed.

Servers

Servers are the computers connected to the switch via KVM Adapter Cables (see Terminology, page xv). The following equipment must be installed on these servers:

ŠA VGA, SVGA or multisync port

ŠFor USB KVM Adapter Cable Connections: a Type A USB port and USB host controller

ŠFor PS/2 KVM Adapter Cable Connections: 6-pin Mini-DIN keyboard and mouse ports

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