Section 1; Introduction; Cat-32/16 With Ip Access Module; Kvm Compatibility With Other Series Kvm Switches - Lindy CAT-16 IP User Manual

Section 1

1.1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this LINDY KVM Switch. Please read this manual carefully to fully
understand the functions and features that the switch offers.
Using the LINDY KVM Switch CAT-32 IP a system administrator can access and control several
computers from one compact and high density KVM control center with 32 server ports
occupying only 1U height within a 19" rack.
The 16 port version KVM Switch CAT-16 IP has the same features like the 32 port version. Just
the amount of ports have been reduced to allow the KVM switch to fit into the back of the LINDY
LCD Terminal Premium Secure.
In addition the KVM Switch CAT-32/16 allows you to install an optional KVM over IP Remote
Access Module into a slot located in the back of the KVM switch. With this module installed the
administrator can access any of the computers connected to the KVM Switch from any remote
computer on a local LAN or via the Internet using a web browser.
The LINDY KVM Switch CAT-32/16 allows direct access to up to 32/16 computers using a
single KVM (Keyboard, Video, and Mouse) either from a local or remote console. To
administrate a larger number of computers multiple switches can be used. They can be either
equipped with a KVM over IP module each or they can easily be daisy chained with an IP
module located in the master KVM switch only.
A dedicated daisy chain port allows a total number of 8 KVM Switches to be connected (daisy
chained) together to control up to 256 (240) computers. Using this daisy chain port method
ensures that none of the computer ports are lost due to cascading. Using IP modules in each
KVM Switch allows users to access even more than 256 computers and provides individual
simultaneous access to every KVM switch with an IP module and by several users.
The CAT-32/16 KVM Switch supports two methods of switching between the connected
computers: by using keyboard hotkeys or via an OSD (On Screen Display).
The KVM Switch CAT-32/16 IP has a single user password protection with auto logout security.
The security features for the KVM over IP user are based on SSL and additionally KVM
encrypted connections with a further level of password login.
The LINDY KVM Switch CAT-32 (No. 39631) supports USB as well as PS/2 style keyboard and
mouse from the local console.
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1.2. CAT-32/16 with IP access module

KVM over IP technology allows a simple web browser interface to be used to access the switch
and the connected computers via a local area network (LAN) or, when connected to a wide area
network (WAN), allows access to the switch and the connected computers from almost
anywhere in the world.
IP Network
Remote Access
Remote & local control of multiple computers
The CAT-32/16 with IP module provides a non-intrusive solution for remote access and control
because the software runs on its embedded processors only, so there's no interference with
computer operation, or impact on network performance. The IP module also features remote
mass storage support; a USB connection from the switch to a connected computer allows virtual
storage to be set up on the computer as a virtual drive accessed from the client.
Doing so any files, folders or local drives at the remote user can be configured as a local drive
at the remote computer allowing for driver installation and updates etc. Anyhow, only a direct
cable connection to a single server is supported in this case.

1.3. KVM compatibility with other series KVM switches

The KVM Switch CAT-32/16 is compatible with most other brands of KVM switches using a port
cascaded installation. To prevent any hotkey conflicts, please ensure that the KVM hotkeys of
the other KVM switches used are not the same as those used on the KVM Switch CAT-32/16
IP.
The KVM hotkeys of the KVM Switch CAT-32/16 IP can be configured via the OSD.
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KVM
Switch
Local Console
Multiple Servers
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