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1Product Overview

The multiuser, 16-port AutoView® 2020/2030 switch integrates Avocent field-proven analog

keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) switching technology with advanced cable management,

flexible access for two simultaneous users and a patented, next-generation user interface. The

AutoView 2020/2030 KVM switch features front panel USB and PS/2 ports that conveniently

support all major server platforms.

On-screen management through the AutoView 2020/2030 OSCAR® graphical user interface (GUI)

provides easy system configuration and server selection.

The AutoView switch features virtual media support and both AVRIQ intelligent module and

Integrated Access Cable (IAC) module capability. The AVRIQ module with CAT 5 design

dramatically reduces cable clutter, while providing optimal resolution and video settings. The IAC

module is designed to provide the same ease of use as the AVRIQ module at a reduced cost.

Figure 1.1: AutoView 2020 Switch

Virtual media

Virtual media capabilities allow you to connect USB-based media, such as a USB disk drive or

memory device, to the front panel of the AutoView switch. Data can then be transferred between

the target device and the USB media device connected to the AutoView switch. The AutoView

2030 switch is virtual media enabled, while the AutoView 2020 switch has the ability to be

upgraded to support virtual media. Please visit www.avocent.com for more information.