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Appendix D: FAQs
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OS- and hardware-independent - The KSX II can be used to manage
servers running many popular operating systems, including Intel
®
,
Sun
™
, PowerPC running Windows
®
, Linux
®
, Solaris
™
, etc.
State-Independent/Agentless - The KSX II does not require the
managed server's operating system to be up and running, nor does it
require any special software to be installed on the managed server.
Out-of-Band - Even if the managed server's own network connection
is unavailable, it can still be managed through the KSX II.
BIOS-Level Access - Even if the server is hung at boot up, requires
booting to safe mode or requires system BIOS parameters to be
altered, the KSX II still works flawlessly to enable these
configurations to be made.
OS- and hardware-independent - KSX II can be used to manage
servers running many popular operating systems, including Intel,
Sun, PowerPC running Windows, Linux, Solaris, and so forth.
How do the new features of the KSX II compare to the KSX I?
The KSX II has many new and exciting features, including virtual media,
dual gigabit Ethernet, next generation local port, enhanced support for
serial ports, and so forth.
How do I migrate from the Dominion KSX I to the KSX II?
In general, customers can continue to use their existing switches for
many years. As their data centers expand, customers can purchase and
use the new KSX II models. Raritan's centralized management unit,
CommandCenter Secure Gateway, and the Multi-Platform Client (MPC)
both support KSX I and KSX II switches seamlessly.
What CIMs are supported for the KSX II switch?
Refer to Supported Operating Systems and CIMs (KVM Target
Servers) (on page 272).
Can the KSX II be rack mounted?
Yes. The KSX II ships standard with 19" rack mount brackets. It can also
be reverse rack mounted so the server ports face forward.
How large is the KSX II?
The KSX II is only 1U high, fits in a standard 19" rack mount, and is only
11.4" (29 cm) deep.