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2. Introduction
Access and control multiple multi-platform computers from one Keyboard Video Mouse (KVM)
console with the Multi-Platform CAT5 KVM (CAT5 KVM) system. The CAT5 KVM comes in 8
and 16 port models. Connect up to 8 computers to the 8 port model, and up to 16 to the 16 port
model.
3. Features
• Hot-Swap - disconnect and reconnect computers without rebooting
• Scan-mode operation with variable time interval
• 1U Rack mountable
• Operate the system using an On Screen Display (OSD) or Control software or front panel push
buttons or keyboard hotkeys
• Create multi-level cascade arrangements. For example by cascading the CAT5 KVM 16 Port
model, connect up to up to 256 computers in the system
• The computers can be placed up to 10m/33ft from the CAT5 KVM
• Multi-platform — supports PS/2, SUN, and USB computers/servers
4. System components
The CAT5 KVM system consists of:
• Multi-Platform CAT5 KVM 8 or 16 port
• Computer Interface Module (CIMs) – PS/2, SUN, USB
• CAT5 cables (1.5m provided)
• RS232 Serial cable
• Rack mounts for the CAT5 KVM and the CIMs
• VGA Extender cable
5. Compatibility
The CAT5 KVM is compatible with:
• PS/2, SUN and USB computers/servers