Product Overview; Features And Benefits; Reduce Cable Bulk; Iq Modules - Avocent Vertiv AutoView 2108 Installer And User Manual

1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The Avocent® AutoView™ 2108/2216/3108/3216 switch is an analog keyboard, video and mouse (KVM)
switch that provides flexible, centralized local access to data center servers. The 2108/2216 switch models
also provide centralized remote access to data center servers when used in conjunction with the optional
Remote Access Key (RAK-key).

1.1 Features and Benefits

1.1.1 Reduce cable bulk

With device densities continually increasing, cable bulk remains a major concern for network
administrators. The switch significantly reduces KVM cable volume in the rack by utilizing the innovative
IQ module and single, industry-standard Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling. This allows a higher
device density while providing greater airflow and cooling capacity.

1.1.2 IQ modules

The switch supports IQ modules that are powered directly from the target device and provide Keep Alive
functionality when the switch is not powered. The IQ modules with CAT5 design dramatically reduce
cable clutter while providing optimal resolution and video settings. The built-in memory of IQ modules
simplifies configuration by assigning and retaining unique device names and Electronic ID (EID) numbers
for each attached device.
PS/2 and USB IQ modules are available allowing direct KVM connectivity to devices. A VMC IQ module is
also available. The switch is offered with 8 or 16 ARI ports that are used to connect IQ modules to the
switch. Then utilizing the IQ modules, you can attach additional switches to expand your switch system.
This flexibility allows you to add capacity as your data center grows.

1.1.3 Multiplatform support

Avocent® IQ module intelligent cabling can be used to connect local devices to the switch. PS/2 and USB
options are available. For more information, please refer to the appropriate installer/user guide for your
product or visit https://www.VertivCo.com for more information.

1.1.4 User interfaces

The switch is equipped with two "point-and-click" interfaces to manage the switch locally. They are the
local user interface (UI), referred to as the Avocent® OSCAR™ graphical user interface (GUI) and the on-
board web interface (OBWI). Using the configuration options provided by these interfaces, you can tailor
your switch to your specific application. The OBWI can also be used to access and control any attached
devices and handle all basic KVM needs remotely.
NOTE: For the 2108/2216 switch models, remote KVM sessions via the OBWI require the installation of
the RAK-key.
OSCAR™ graphical user interface
The OSCAR user interface, accessed using the local port, features intuitive menus and operation modes
to configure your switch and devices. Devices can be identified by name, EID or port number.
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