Manual

1
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The KN2116VA / KN4116VA / KN2132VA / KN4132VA / KN8132V /
KN4164V / KN8164V switches are IP-based KVM control units that allow
both local and remote operators to monitor and access multiple servers from a
single console. The KN8 Series series can control up to 16/32/64 servers, and
by cascading compatible KVM switches, as many as 512 servers can be
controlled on a complete two stage installation. The KN8 Series of KVM over
IP switches provide superior video quality with resolutions up to 1920 x 1200,
faster virtual media transmission speeds for accessing USB drives and support
of IPS 140-2 level 1 security standards.
The KN8 Series of switches are differentiated according to the number of buses
they support and the number of KVM ports they provide – as shown below:
Each bus permits a separate user session so that up to 3 (1 Local; 2 Remote), 5
(1 Local; 4 Remote) or 9 (1 Local; 8 Remote) concurrent independent
connections to the attached servers can take place. The diagram on the next
page shows how the KN8164V switch can be connected and accessed locally
and remotely.
Model Bus Support KVM Ports
KN2116VA 1 Local; 2 Remote; 1U 16
KN4116VA 1 Local; 4 Remote; 1U 16
KN2132VA 1 Local; 2 Remote; 1U 32
KN4132VA 1 Local; 4 Remote; 1U 32
KN8132V 1 Local; 8 Remote; 1U 32
KN4164V 1 Local; 4 Remote; 2U 64
KN8164V 1 Local; 8 Remote; 2U 64