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Guidelines for Using the KVM/net
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AlterPath KVM/net Installation, Administration, and User’s Guide
Guidelines for Using the KVM/net
Configuration of user accounts and access to the ports and all other
management of the connected devices is done through the Web Manager.
management of the connected devices is done through the Web Manager.
Troubleshooting in the event of network failure can be done using one of the
two direct-connect methods, or by using the Web Manager through a dial-up
connection to an external modem connected to the AUX port.
two direct-connect methods, or by using the Web Manager through a dial-up
connection to an external modem connected to the AUX port.
See “Accessing Connected Devices” on page 307 for instructions on how
users without KVM/net administration privileges can access computers and
AlterPath PMs that are connected to the KVM/net.
users without KVM/net administration privileges can access computers and
AlterPath PMs that are connected to the KVM/net.
Connectors on the KVM/net
The following sections describe the connectors on the back and front of the
KVM/net, including ports, card slots, and plugs.
KVM/net, including ports, card slots, and plugs.
Types of Ports
The KVM/nets ports include KVM ports, which support server connections,
an AUX ports, and management ports including the User 1, User 2, Console,
and Ethernet ports, as described in the following table.
an AUX ports, and management ports including the User 1, User 2, Console,
and Ethernet ports, as described in the following table.
Table 1-1: Port Types
Port
Type
Type
Connection Information
Where Documented
KVM
Connect an RJ-45 CAT5 cable to a
Terminator, which is connected to a
server.
Terminator, which is connected to a
server.
AUX
Connect an RJ-45 cable to an:
• AlterPath PM intelligent power
distribution unit (IPDU)
or
• external modem.