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KVM Terminator Usage and Types

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An AlterPath KVM 4000 Series Terminator converts the server’s keyboard 
monitor and mouse signals. A KVM Terminator must be connected to the 
monitor keyboard and mouse ports of a server before the server can be 
connected to a KVM/net port. The KVM Terminator is connected to the 
KVM/net port through a CAT-5 or greater cable with an RJ-45 connector.

Administrators or operators at remote stations who have access through the 
KVM/net management software to a KVM port have the same kind of access 
as if they were using the actual keyboard, mouse, and monitor of the computer 
that is connected to the port. 

The Terminator comes in three models shown in the following table:

See “To Connect Computers to KVM Ports” on page 80 for instruction on 
using the KVM Terminators.

When a KVM/net is ordered, the customer selects a KVM Terminator for each 
type of computer to be connected to the KVM ports. 

There are two activity LEDs located on the terminator. 

1. The “LNK” LED displays a solid amber light when the terminator connects 

to the server. A quick blinking “LNK” LED indicates the Terminator 
microcode failed to boot.

2. The “PWR” LED displays a blinking green light when the Terminator’s 

power is on.

Table 1-22: AlterPath KVM Terminators

PC

VGA and PS/2 ports

PS/2

APK4615

PC / Sun

VGA and USB ports

USB

APK4635

Sun

VGA and Mini-DIN ports

Mini-DIN 

APK4645