Chapter 1 Introduction; Overview - ATEN Altusen KN9016 User Manual

Chapter 1
Introduction

Overview

The KN9008 and KN9016 KVM switches are IP-based KVM control units that
allow both local and remote operators to monitor and access multiple
computers from a single console. For example, a single KN9008 or KN9016
can control up to 8 or 16 computers. By daisy chaining up to 15 additional
KN9008 or KN9016 switches, as many as 128 or 256 computers can all be
controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console.
Since the KN9008 / KN9016 uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, it
can be accessed from any computer on the Net – whether that computer is
located down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world.
Over the
NET
TM
Local
Remote operators can log in from anywhere on the net via their browser. Once
they successfully log in, operators can take control using either the Windows
Client or Java Client utility. Inclusion of a Java-based client allows the
switches work with Java enabled operating systems. The client software allows
operators to exchange keyboard, video and mouse signals with the computers
attached to the KN9008 / KN9016 just as if they were present locally and
working on the equipment directly. With the Panel Array feature, the video
output of up to 8 or 16 computers per switch can be displayed at the same time.
In addition to TCP/IP connectivity, the KN9008 / KN9016 provides KVM
ports for a local console – allowing access and control from the data center as
well as over the Net. Local access to any computer on the installation is easily
accomplished either by pressing the front panel port selection switches;
entering hotkey combinations from the keyboard; or by means of a powerful
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