Computer Interface Modules (Cims); Security - Raritan dominion kx III Administrator's Manual

Appendix F: Frequently Asked Questions

Computer Interface Modules (CIMs)

Question
What type of video is supported by
your CIMs?
Can I use computer interface
modules (CIMs) from Paragon,
Raritan's analog matrix KVM
switch, with Dominion KX III?
Does Dominion KX III support
Paragon Dual CIMs?

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Answer
Our CIMs have traditionally supported analog
VGA video. Three new CIMs support digital
video formats, including DVI, HDMI and
DisplayPort. These are the
D2CIM-DVUSB-DVI, D2CIM-DVUSB-HDMI
and D2CIM-DVUSB-DP.
Yes. Certain Paragon computer interface
modules (CIMs) may work with Dominion KX
IIKX IIII. (Please check the Raritan Dominion
KX III Release Notes on the website for the
latest list of certified CIMs.)
However, because Paragon CIMs cost more
than Dominion KX III CIMs (as they incorporate
technology for video transmission of up to
1,000 feet [304 m]), it is not generally advisable
to purchase Paragon CIMs for use with
Dominion KX III. Also note that when
connected to Dominion KX III, Paragon CIMs
transmit video at a distance of up to 150 feet
(46 m), the same as Dominion KX III CIMs –
not at 1,000 feet (304 m), as they do when
connected to Paragon.
Yes. The Dominion KX III supports Paragon II
Dual CIMs (P2CIM-APS2DUAL and
P2CIM-AUSBDUAL), which can connect
servers in the data center to two different
Dominion KX III switches.
If one KX III switch is not available, the server
can be accessed through the second KX III
switch, providing redundant access and
doubling the level of remote KVM access.
Please note these are Paragon CIMs, so they
do not support the KX III advanced features
such as virtual media, absolute mouse, audio,
etc.