Minicom Advanced Systems 108 IP Terminology, Compatibility, Client Computer Operating System

Introduction

Terminology

Security – Supports the highest security standards for encryption (256-bit AES and HTTPS) and authentication for remote user and advanced OSD management, with multi-layer security for the local user.

Centralized Management – Can be controlled by Minicom’s AccessIT/KVM.net systems for centralized over-IP management of distributed data center locations.

1.2 Terminology

The following table describes terms used in this guide.

TermDefinition

Target server The computer/server that is accessed remotely via Smart 108/116 IP

Client computer The PC running a remote Smart 108/116 IP session

Remote session The process of accessing and controlling target servers connected to Smart 108/116 IP from a user workstation

1.3 Compatibility

Smart 108/116 IP is compatible with:

PS/2, SUN, and USB computers/servers

VGA, SVGA, and XGA monitors

Windows, Linux, UNIX, and other major operating systems

1.4 Client Computer Operating System

The client computer operating system must be one of the following:

Windows 2000 or later, with Firefox 3 or Internet Explorer 32-bit 7.0 or later version

Linux with Firefox 3; 128-bit encryption support is required

1.5 Technical Precautions

This equipment generates radio frequency energy, and if not installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause radio frequency interference.

This equipment complies with Part 15, Subpart J of the FCC rules for a Class A computing device. This equipment also complies with the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications. These above rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operating the equipment in a commercial environment. If operation of this equipment in a residential area causes

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