Avocent DSR2161 Personal Computer User Manual


 
4 DSR Installer/User Guide
PCs can be located anywhere a valid network connection exists. The DSR unit
can be configured on a separate network from your data network, allowing
access to your servers even if your applications network is down.
DSView provides simple point and click access to any server
When a user connects, the DSView application will display a listing of all
computers and serial devices to which the user has permission to access. When
a user selects a computer from the list, the video of the selected computer is
displayed in the program window. Multiple servers can be accessed by one user.
Each additional computer’s video will appear in a separate program window.
DSAdmin and DSAuthentication Service create and manage user
permissions with DES encrypted security
An administrator describes the configuration of computers attached to the
DSR using an application called DSAdmin. Once the topology is described,
the administrator then establishes which computers a user has permission to
access. Usernames and passwords are derived from Windows NT, eliminating
the need for redundant user databases. Once the topology is established, the
DSAuthentication Service software manages the system’s user permissioning.
DSView polls the server for access permissions on power-up and every time
a switch is initiated for the most current permissions possible. A refresh is
also available for immediate updates to a user’s access profile. In addition to
the permissioning function, the DSAuthentication Service also stores pertinent
information about attached devices in a database. Room location, rack location
and computer type can all be stored for quick reference.
Safety Precautions
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To avoid potential video and/or keyboard problems when using Avocent products,
ensure that the computer and monitor are on the same phase if the building has
3-phase AC power. For best results, they should be on the same circuit.
To avoid potentially fatal shock hazard and possible damage to equipment,
please observe the following precautions:
Do not use a 2-wire power cord in any Avocent product confi guration.
Test AC outlets at computer and monitor for proper polarity and grounding.
Use only with grounded outlets at both the computer and monitor. When
using a backup power supply (UPS), power the computer, the monitor and
the DSR unit off the supply.
NOTE: The AC inlet is the main disconnect.