SharkRack KVM-8 - Manual (Page 7)

Product Overview
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Feature Overview
The KVM Switch allows you to control up to 64 PC, Sun or USB computers with one
keyboard, monitor and mouse. The KVM Switch works with most Sun workstations,
USB computers, IBM PC/AT, and PS/2 systems and 100% compatible machines with
support for VGA, SVGA, XGA and XGA-II video. Sun and PS/2 keyboard and mouse
peripherals are supported through the rear of the unit.
Multiplatform
The KVM Switch adds multiplatform capabilities to your switching system by
simultaneously supporting any combination of compatible PS/2, Sun or USB
computers in the same system. Switch easily across platforms with KVM Switchʼs
On-Screen Menu system. Specific details on compatibility are available from
www.sharkrack.com/kvm/compatibility
Multiuser/remote access capability
The KVM Switch supports two simultaneous users in the system. This second user
may be placed up to 500 feet away from the Switch system. Built-in extension lets you
place your second keyboard, monitor and mouse wherever you need them most. Within
the base unit, KVM Switch performs as a complete 2 x 8 matrix switch with both users
independently accessing any of the eight attached PCs at the same time.
On-Screen Display (OSD) capability
Configure and control your KVM Switch with on-screen menuing! Name your
computer channels anything you wish, then select the desired computer from an easy-
to-use menu. Secondary menus let you configure and initiate channel scanning and
other system features.
Advanced security for total control over system access
Use the advanced multilevel security feature to configure and control server access for
every type of user in the system. The administrator has full access privileges, while
individual users can have viewing or viewing/editing capability for each attached server.
FLASH upgrade capability
The KVM Switch is FLASH upgradable. This allows you to update your firmware
at any time through a simple serial connection to ensure that your KVM Switch
is always running at its best. FLASH upgrades are available for download from
www.sharkrack.com/kvm.
The KVM Switch offers support for numerous PS/2 mice including: IBM ScrollPoint,