Lantronix SLSLP400PS201 manual SpiderDuo Overview, Features

2: Overview

SpiderDuo Overview

The SpiderDuo features, functionality, system configuration and cables, and technical specifications are described in the following sections:

Features

Functionality

System Configuration and Cables

Technical Specifications

Features

SpiderDuo provides secure, remote KVM and over-IP capabilities as well as transparent local access. Coupled with the optional single port power control unit (PCU), remote users can also initiate system reboots over the network. SpiderDuo allows complete local, plus remote management of the host machine anytime,from virtually anywhere.

It has one model with both PS/2 and USB keyboard and mouse interfaces (software selectable), and one model for USB-only systems. It has the following features:

Secure, full BIOS-level control of remote servers over an IP network

Space–saving “zero footprint” package attaches directly to the server that saves rack space

Flexible 1–port design allows growth

Guaranteed non-blocked access to remote servers that ensures lowest “cost-per-remote user”

Browser–based, no client software or special licensing required

Virtual Media support allows local drive (floppy, CD, hard drive, USB stick) sharing with a remote server or remote installation of an OS from an .ISO image

Direct KVM minimizes the number of clicks to the remote–server console

Built-in RS-232 serial port that can be configured for serial console pass-through or remote dial-in access

Ideal for distributed IT system environments such as small branch offices, campuses, test labs, and server hosting environments

Local access and up to 8 simultaneous remote users

Optional power control unit (PCU)

Functionality

The SpiderDuo provides local access for distributed server management in addition to the following functionality:

Captures the video output from the attached computer.

Compresses the video and sends it over the network to a Java KVM console window launched by the browser or to a command line on the user system, which draws a replica of the server video output on the user monitor.

Uses Java KVM console to accept keystrokes and mouse movements on the user system; recognize those intended for the target computer; transmit the keystrokes and mouse movements; and emulate a physically attached keyboard and mouse.

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