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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The KL1108V and KL1116V switches are IP-based KVM control units that
allow both a local and remote operator to monitor and access multiple servers
from a single KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) console. The KL1108V /
KL1116V can control up to 8/16 servers, and by cascading compatible KVM
switches, as many as 128/256 servers can be controlled on a complete two stage
installation. They consist of an integrated LED-backlit LCD monitor,
keyboard, and touchpad in a 1U rack-mountable retractable sliding housing.
The similarities and differences among the models in the KL1108V / KL1116V
series are shown in the following table:
The LCD and keyboard/touchpad modules slide independently of each other.
To maximize space in your data center, the keyboard/touchpad module slides
back to "hide away" when not in use, while the thin profile LCD monitor
rotates back – flush against the rack – allowing convenient monitoring of
computer activity.
The KL1108V / KL1116V features IP-based connectivity that allows one local
and one remote operator to concurrently monitor and access the computers on
your installation. Because it uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, the
KL1108V / KL1116V can be accessed from any computer on the LAN, WAN,
or Internet – whether that computer is located down the hall, down the street,
or halfway around the world.
Compact, high-density, RJ-45 connectors and CAT 5e/6 cable make for a
compact, efficient, wiring configuration, while the use of PS/2 and USB
KVM
Adapter Cables
to link to the computers, permits any combination of PCs,
Macs, Sun computers, and serial devices to coexist on the installation.
Model
LCD Panel
Bus Support
Ports
KL1108V
19”
1 Local; 1 Remote; 1U
8
KL1116V
19”
1 Local; 1 Remote; 1U
16
