HP AF616A Server Console Switches

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Server Console KVM Switch is key component for rack mount implementations (a console represents one keyboard, video monitor, and mouse (KVM) attached to a server). The family of HP Server Console Switches allows multiple servers in a rack to be accessed and managed by one keyboard, monitor and mouse. By using a console switch, as many as 256 computers running different operating systems can be managed. The 8-Port Server Console Switche feature an On-Screen Display (OSD) interface, which has intuitive menus for accessing each attached computer or serial attached device. 8-Port model offers single console support via the local user port.

D-Sub, USB, PS/2

Computer Connections: 8 Ports

Video Resolution: 1280 x 1024

Features

Features

On-Screen Display (OSD) - Displays system-related information on the console monitor, such as selected server name, status, power-up test data and configuration menus.

Programmable Scanning - An evaluation of system performance can be made by sequentially scanning any or all of the computers in the system. Programmable scanning allows you to determine which computers to include as well as the duration of the connection.

Configuration NVRAM - NVRAM (non-volatile RAM) makes it easy to set configuration information using commands entered from the keyboard. The NVRAM stores the resulting configuration until a user decision is made to change the information, even if the unit loses power.

Password Protection - For protection against unauthorized users, the switch box provides a password option for security purposes.

Switch Firmware Update - The application code of the switch can be quickly and easily updated via FLASH ROM. The port communications settings are automatically configured to allow direct downloading from the connected computer.

Multiple Space Saving 0U Installation Methods -

Side Mount - Rails are provided for mounting the unit to the side of rack cabinets with side mounting capability.

Rear Rack Mount - HP Console Switches may be mounted behind a HP Integrated Keyboard and Drawer (257054-XXX), the TFT5600 or the TFT7600 rack mounted keyboard and monitor with slide rails provided with the switch.

Support for variety of server connections with Interface Adapters
PS/2
USB
VT 100 serial console support
BladeSystems support via front diagnostics connector