Kvm Terminator; Overview Of Alterpath Kvm - Cyclades AlterPath KVM 16 Manual

KVM Terminator

The AlterPath KVM terminator interfaces directly with the server through the
video, mouse, and keyboard ports. It behaves as though it were a real
keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
The KVM terminator comes in three models to support the following:
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Overview of AlterPath KVM

The AlterPath KVM operates by using the keyboard, video, and mouse as the
low-level access interfaces to the managed servers, which allows you to
access server information that is otherwise inaccessible through in-band net-
work interfaces.
For example, BIOS access, POST, and boot messages are inaccessible
through in-band network management tools. In some cases, the in-band
network interfaces are not available even after the system boot is completed
(e.g., after a Windows Safe Mode boot) which makes the KVM the only way
to manage remote GUI-based servers.
The KVM offers advanced options to meet the most demanding user
requirements. Cascading support, CAT5-based cabling for up to 500 feet of
distance and integration with other server management devices such as the
AlterPath PM IPDUs make the AlterPath™ KVM a powerful addition to any
data center.
AlterPath KVM Manual
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1: Introduction
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