Aten KN4140VA [19/287] Chapter 1

Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The KN2124VA / KN4124VA / KN2140VA / KN4140VA 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 KN2124VA /

KN4124VA can control up to 24 servers, and the KN2140VA / KN4140VA

can control up to 40 servers. By cascading compatible KVM switches, as many

as 384 servers (KN2124VA / KN4124VA) or 512 servers (KN2140VA /

KN4140VA) can be controlled on a complete two stage installation. This 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 KN2124VA / KN4124VA / KN2140VA / KN4140VA 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) or

5 (1 Local; 4 Remote) concurrent independent connections to the attached

servers can take place. The diagram on the next page shows how the

KN4140VA switches can be connected and accessed locally and remotely.

Model Bus Support KVM Ports

KN2124VA 1 Local; 2 Remote; 1U 24

KN4124VA 1 Local; 4 Remote; 1U 24

KN2140VA 1 Local; 2 Remote; 1U 40

KN4140VA 1 Local; 4 Remote; 1U 40