8 Port Rose Ultraview Pro KVM Switch - Multiplatform (PC, Unix, Apple, Sun)

UltraView Pro Models
UltraView Pro is available in many different models. There are three different chassis sizes and two different platform types. Choose the chassis depending upon the number of computers you will be using. The models in the C chassis are expandable with plug-in cards. The multi-platform model is the most versatile. It will convert any keyboard and mouse to any other. It has direct support for PC, Apple, Sun, and Unix workstations. The PC models work with all standard PC and Unix workstations with PC-style keyboard and mouse connectors. UltraView Pro can be chained together to support up to 256 computers.

Cables Rose’s
UltraCable streamlines the cable connections to UltraView Pro, simplifying cable management and improving system reliability. Order the computer or user cable by the computer’s keyboard, monitor, and mouse connector style and desired length. We stock a large variety of cable types in lengths up to 100 feet. You should specify standard resolution (800x600 or less) or high resolution (greater than 800x600).

Installation
UltraView Pro is easy to install. You simply connect your Computer’s keyboard, video, and mouse to UltraView Pro’s ports using the adapter cables. Access the on-screen display with just two keys, the left control and F12 key. You’ll be impressed by the simplicity and appearance of the menus. Configure settings as desired, save the result in flash memory, and away you go.

Keyboard and Mouse
UltraView Pro does full emulation of keyboard and mouse, computers can be booted at any time. It supports all operating systems such as Windows 95/98/NT/2000, Linux, Sun Solaris/Open Windows, Apple, and Unix workstations. Keyboard and mouse can be PC, Apple, or Sun. Six types of computer mice are directly supported including wheel mice. USB is supported with an inexpensive external converter cable. Apple and Sun are directly supported on multi-platform units only.

Flash Memory
UltraView Pro contains flash memory which simply means it will never become obsolete. Rose Electronics provides free lifetime firmware upgrades. They are available from our FTP site via the Internet. It is simply matter of loading in new firmware into the UltraView Pro to add new features and support new equipment.

Advanced Visual Interface
UltraView Pro excels with its Advanced Visual Interface (AVI) on-screen display technology. The interface is intuitive since it uses pop-up boxes to make selections. Help lines are shown for each item to make the interface even more user-friendly. You can easily configure the computer names, security, appearance, screen saver, and many other features with ease and style. Use the AVI to configure the unit, connect to computers by name, and see which computer you are connected to. Options To locate your computer, keyboard, monitor, or mouse further than 20 feet, use our coax high-resolution cables, ViewLink. extenders, or CrystalView. extenders to go as far as 1000 feet.
Rack mount kits are available for 19., 23., or 24. racks.

Features and Benefits

• Available in three different chassis sizes
• 2 or 4 Ports (M chassis)
• 4 or 8 Ports (B chassis)
• 4, 8, 12, or 16 (C chassis)
• Uses UltraCable. for superior cable management with lengths of up to 100 feet
• Video resolution up to 1600 x 1280
• Advanced Visual Interface (AVI) on-screen display for configuration and computer selection
• Security system with configuration and user passwords prevents unauthorized configuration and access
• Switch computers from your keyboard, front panel, AVI, or RS232 port
• Multi-platform models converts PC, Unix, Apple, or Sun keyboard and mouse data to any platform
• Built in daisy-chaining to support up to 256 computers
• Pre-configuration feature allows installation without powering down servers
• Flash memory with free lifetime upgrade of firmware keeps compatibility with latest devices