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Product Overview
Features and Benefits
The Dell™ 2161DS Digital Console Switch combines analog and digital technology to provide
flexible, centralized, control of data center servers. This solution delivers a significant reduction in
cable volume, as well as secure digital access, and flexible server management from anywhere at any
time.
The 2161DS Console Switch consists of a rack mountable keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM)
switch, configurable for analog or digital connectivity. Each 2161DS Console Switch has 16 ARI
(Analog Rack Interface) ports, used to connect devices, and operates over standard LAN
connections.
For KVM connectivity and administration, users can remotely access servers across a 10/100BaseT
Ethernet connection, or locally through an analog port on the 2161DS Console Switch. Users
connecting with a SIP can achieve server video resolution of up to 1280x1024 with a cable length
of up to 32 feet (10 meters).
For digital connections between the 2161DS Console Switch and the server, users can achieve
video resolution of up 1280 x 1024 with a cable length of up to 32 feet (10 meters).
SIP Intelligent Cabling
Server Interface Pod (SIP), designed to utilize 10/100 BaseT CAT 5 cabling, dramatically reduces
cable clutter, while providing optimal digital display resolution and video settings. The built-in
memory of the SIP simplifies configuration by assigning and retaining unique server identification
codes for each attached server. This integrated intelligence enhances security and prevents
unauthorized access to a server through cable manipulation. The SIP is powered directly from the
server and provides Keep Alive functionality even if the 2161DS Console Switch unit is not
powered. PS/2 and USB options are available.
Interoperability with Avocent
®
AVRIQ Intelligent Cabling
Avocent AVRIQ intelligent cable may also be used to connect servers to the 2161DS Console
Switch. PS/2, USB, Sun, and serial cabling options are available. Please refer to the Avocent
AutoView 1000R/2000R Installer/User Guide
for more information.