Cyclades AlterPath KVM/netPlus KVM Switch Specifications

AlterPath
Enterprise KVM over IP Solutions
The AlterPath™ KVM/netPlus family of
enterprise-class KVM over IP switches is
designed for local and
administration with centralized management and
advanced security features. The AlterPath
KVM/netPlus is the industry's first KVM solution
to offer Cyclades AdaptiveK VM
(patent pending) that combines Microsoft
Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) functionality
with KVM over IP access in a single device.
The Adaptive K VM feature allows users to
manage most administrative tasks using the
efficient RDP protocol, delivering seamless
performance, even over
connections. The AlterPath KVM/netPlus can
easily switch from RDP sessions to KVM over IP
sessions when Windows-based servers are down
or become disconnected from the IT production
network. The AlterPath KVM/netPlus provides a
cost-effective and simplified
solution over low-bandwidth connections.
Fully integrated security features include server-
based authentication and support for RADIUS,
TACACS+, LDAP, Kerberos, NTLM, NIS and
Active Directory. In addition, the AlterPath
KVM/netPlus supports user access control lists
(ACLs) per port and user access logging. This
allows IT managers and administrators to manage
their servers with greater control and peace of
mind.
The AlterPath KVM/netPlus can also be
combined with the AlterPath Manager, Cyclades
out-of-band infrastructure (OOBI) manager, to
provide users with a consolidated view of all
KVM ports, centralized security and data logging.
This reduces network maintenance costs and
provides easier and faster provisioning of the
OOBI.
Available in 6 models, providing 1, 2 or 4 digital
channel access to 16 or 32 servers in 1U of rack
space, the AlterPath KVM/netPlus helps
streamline remote access to servers throughout
the IT infrastructure and includes the scalability
and security features to accomplish this objective.
The AlterPath KVM/netPlus reduces operational
costs and risks while increasing IT personnel
efficiency and productivity.
KVM/netPlus
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remote server
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low-bandwidth
management
A p p l i c a t i o n s :
• KVM switching and control
• Local and remote server administration
• RDP sessions to provide enhanced remote
performance – even over low-bandwidth connections
• Simultaneous local and remote access to servers and
workstations for multiple users
• Power and temperature management
B e n e f i t s :
• Global access anytime (KVM over IP)
• Simplified management
• Reduced IT operational costs and risks
• Advanced security features with centralized
authentication and 128-bit private key encryption
• Simple and inexpensive CAT5-based cabling
• Enterprise-level scalability with centralized management
• Future investment protection
Application Example