Glossary
The following definitions are used throughout this User Manual.
AutoScan: A mode of operation where the KVM switch scans from one port to another, on an ongoing basis, as configured by the user.
BANK: The address of a
Console: The
Console Port: Receptors for the console to connect to the KVM switch.
Control: When discussing switching between ports, control means that the console is capable of sending input to the server. Control requires that the console also has focus on the port, and is viewing it.
DDC: Short for Display Data Channel, a VESA standard for communication between a monitor and a video adapter. Using DDC, a monitor can inform a computer’s video card about its properties, such as maximum resolution and color depth, to ensure that the user is presented with valid options for configuring the display.
HID: Human Interface Device, the USB device class that includes keyboards and mice.
KVM: Literally “Keyboard Video Mouse”, this term refers to technology that allows two or more computers to be controlled by one keyboard, video monitor, and mouse; some switches that use KVM technology enable sharing of other peripherals such as audio speakers, microphones, and printers.
KVM Switch: A device that allows a user to access and control multiple servers from a single console. It has at least one console port and multiple server ports.
OSD:
Port: An interface receptor on a server through which you can attach a device or plug in a device cable.
Primary KVM Switch: The KVM switch that is connected to the console and is set to BANK address 00.
Secondary KVM Switch: Any KVM switch that is
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