Vertiv Avocent AV3108-202 Analog KVM 8 Port Switch

Overview

Built for small datacentres and remote/branch office environments, the AV 3000 series KVM over IP switch provides consolidated, streamlined access to server resources. Centralize the management of the switches with DSView 4 Management software.

Benefits

• Powerful User Access Control
• Grant access to specified users or implement LDAP directory authentication
• Limit KVM access to specific targets on the switch
• Enable smart card or CAC readers to support two-factor authentication
• Streamlined Management
• Local Port Access - Support for virtual media, USB keyboards and mice
• Single Solution that supports USB, PS/2, Sun and serial targets
• Advanced, graphical On-Screen Display eases system configuration and server selection
• Space-Saving
• CAT-5, thin cabling saves space in the rack and allows up to a 30-metre distance between the server and the switch

Features

• Local or Remote Access – The AV 3000 KVM over IP switch portfolio provides integrated local or remote KVM over IP management capability – right out of the box
• Virtual Media Support - Share a directly connected USB storage device to all servers connected to a KVM switch (a DSAVIQ-USB2 module is required for virtual media support)
• Common Access Card (CAC)/Smart Card Support - Enhances security to meet US government regulation HSPD12 which is required for ensuring secure login to government systems (an AVRIQ-VMC module is required for CAC support)
• Server/Computer Access - Manage PS/2, USB, Sun or serial devices
• Flash Upgrade - Fast and easy upgrades to firmware switches and server interface modules
• Easy to Use - Configure your system name and select your servers from the convenient OSD
• Standards-Based - Uses standard CAT-5 cables
• OS Independent - BIOS-level access ensures connection to the attached servers regardless of the health or type of operating system
• Compatible with the Avocent DSView 4 Management software for centralised and secure management of IT assets