Overview; Introduction; Front Panel - Black Box ServSwitch KVM2016A Multiuser User's Manual

ServSwitch Multiuser

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

The ServSwitch Multiuser 2 Users x 16 Ports (KVM2016A) or the ServSwitch
Multiuser 2 Users x 32 Ports (KVM2032A) extends your KVM (keyboard, video,
and mouse) from servers with PS/2 or USB interfaces up to 100 feet (30 m) away.
Two users can control, monitor, and manage up to 16 or 32 servers simultaneous-
ly. You can connect a power distribution unit (PDU) for power management.
The KVM2016A and KVM2032A are functionally the same, except the
KVM2016A connects to 16 servers and the KVM2032A links to 32 servers.
The ServSwitch units provide secure KVM access and control for up to 16 or 32
computers/servers from the BIOS level—and they are independent of the operat-
ing system.
With innovative SAM technology, the computer/server connects directly to the
switch via SAM dongles using only standard CAT5 cable at a distance up to 100
feet (30 m) in a star configuration. No external power is required at the SAM.

2.2 Front Panel

Figure 2-1 shows the KVM2016A and KVM2032A front panels and Table 2-1
describes their components.
1 2
Power Link Local
2
1
3
Number
1
2
3
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Figure 2-1. KVM2016A or KVM2032A's front panel.
Table 2-1. Front panel components.
Component
Power LED
Link LED
Local LEDs
1 and 2
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Description
Lights when unit is powered on
Lights when the unit is connected to the net-
work
Lights when the corresponding user is
administrating a target.