Siemens KVM s2-0411 manual Oscar graphical user interface, Security, Operation modes, Video

About the KVM s2-0411 Appliance OSCAR graphical user interface

The KVM-IAs enable direct KVM connectivity to target devices that are attached to the appliance. Each KVM s2-0411 appliance has four analog rack interface (ARI) ports for connecting KVM-IAs.

The KVM-IAs that work with the KVM s2-0411 appliance support target devices with PS/2, Sun, and USB ports. When using the OSCAR interface in conjunction with KVM-IAs, you can easily switch between platforms.

1.3.2OSCAR graphical user interface

The KVM s2-0411 appliance uses the OSCAR interface, which has menus to configure the switching system and select computers. You can list target devices by unique name, EID (Electronic ID), or port number.

1.3.3Security

Use the OSCAR interface to protect the switching system with a screen saver password. After a user-defined time, the screen saver mode engages and access is prohibited until the correct password is entered to reactivate the switching system.

1.3.4Operation modes

The OSCAR user interface provides various operation modes for system administration of the KVM s2-0411 appliance. Use these modes to manage the switching activities. See Chapter 3, “Basic operations”, beginning on page 13 for more information.

1.3.5Video

The KVM s2-0411 appliance provides optimal resolution for analog VGA, SVGA, and XGA video. You can achieve resolutions of up to 1280 x 1024 depending upon the length of cable that is separating the appliance and target devices.

1.3.6Flash upgradability

Upgrade the KVM s2-0411 appliance at any time through the network port to ensure the appliance is always running the most current available version. See “Appendix 5.1” beginning on page 37 for more information.

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