Avocent LongView IP Automatic connection, Ethernet addressing, Multiplatform support, Security

2LongView IP KVM Extender Installer/User Guide

Automatic connection

When the receiver is turned on, a connection is automatically established with the remote workstation via the transmitter.

Ethernet addressing

The receiver and transmitter are IP-addressable devices that locate workstations anywhere within the network and at any distance from desktop users. The transmitter uses standard network protocols to transfer data streams between the remote workstation and the peripheral devices located at the receiver. The LongView IP KVM extender can operate on a network connection of 100 Mbps or 1 Gbps. For optimum performance, a 1 Gbps connection is recommended.

Multiplatform support

The transmitter is connected to the remote workstation via USB connectors. This enables the LongView IP KVM extender to work seamlessly with PC, Sun and Macintosh workstations. The LongView IP KVM extender supports the following operating systems:

•Microsoft® Windows®

•Red Hat Linux®

•SolarisTM

•Mac OS®

Security

The LongView IP KVM extender supports Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) over a TCP/IP connection. All data transmitted between the receiver and the transmitter is encrypted. Password protection is also provided to control access to all administration functions.

Administration and maintenance

The receiver incorporates a serial menu that allows you to perform administration and maintenance tasks for both the receiver and the transmitter. Examples of tasks you can perform include configuration of network settings and firmware Flash upgrades.

Flash upgradable

Upgrade your firmware at any time using the XMODEM or HTTP protocols to ensure that your LongView IP KVM transmitter and receiver are always running the most current version available.

Support for keyboards and mice

USB and PS/2 keyboards and mice are fully supported by the LongView IP KVM extender. The system also allows for mix and match of USB and PS/2 peripherals. For example, it is possible to use a USB keyboard in conjunction with a PS/2 mouse. The default keyboard and mouse drivers of the remote workstation are fully supported. This enables the LongView IP KVM extender to support 2-, 3- and 5-button mice with scroll- and tilt-wheel capability. Composite mouse and keyboard devices are also supported.