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The modular LINDY KVM Switch series U8/16
The U8/16 KVM switch series provides either 8 or 16 KVM server ports
supporting both PS/2 and USB keyboard and mouse connections.
This KVM switch series incorporates a modular concept design which
allows for dual console access. The local console port allows direct
access whilst a second console option permits remote access either via
remote IP or via a remote Cat.5 extender Unit. This option allows
system administrators to access and administrate their servers and
KVM switches from a remote office workstation. The required optional
IP or Cat.5 access modules can be purchased separately and are
simply installed into the back of a U8/16-Modular KVM Switch.
This manual also covers the KVM Switch U8/16-C, another version of
this modular KVM switch series that is used only in conjunction with the
modular LINDY KVM LCD Terminals U8/16-C. U8/16-C models can
only be installed in the back of an appropriate 19” LCD drawer and do
not have a display or front panel controls fitted. Any references to front
panel display and switch buttons in this manual does not apply to the
modular version U8/16-C.
About this manual
This manual is divided into five sections.
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The first section is an introduction to the U8/16, U8/16-C, U8/16-C5
and U8/16-IP
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The second section deals with installing and connecting the switch
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The third section describes the basic operation of the KVM switch
from the locally connected console
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The fourth section describes operation via the remote Cat.5 Extender
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The fifth section describes operation and access via remote IP
