Dell KVM 1082DS - Manual (Page 13)

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Interoperability with Avocent® IQ Module Intelligent Cabling may also be used
to connect devices to the RCS. PS/2, USB, Sun®, and serial module options are
available. For more information, please refer to the appropriate Avocent
installer/user guide for your product or visit avocent.com/manuals for more
information..
True Serial Capabilities
The RCS supports SIPs that provide true serial capabilities through Telnet.
With a SIP, you can launch an SSH session or launch a serial viewer from the
OBWI to connect to serial targets that are connected to an RCS.
Local and Remote User Interfaces
You can use the local user interface (local UI) by connecting directly to the local
port to manage the RCS. You can also use the remote OBWI to manage your
switch. The OBWI is web browser based and is launched directly from the
switch, and any devices connected to the switch are automatically detected.
Virtual Media and Smart Card-capable Switches
The RCS allows you to view, move, or copy data located on virtual media to and
from any target device. You can manage remote systems more efficiently by
allowing operating system installation, operating system recovery, hard drive
recovery or duplication, BIOS updating, and target device backup.
The RCS also allows you to use smart cards in conjunction with your switch
system. Smart cards are pocket-sized cards that store and process information.
Smart cards such as the CAC can be used to store identification and
authentication to enable access to computers, networks, and secure rooms or
buildings.
Virtual media and a smart card reader can be connected directly to the USB
ports on the switch. In addition, virtual media and smart card readers may be
connected to any remote workstation that is running the remote OBWI, Dell
RCS software, or Avocent management software and is connected to the switch
using an Ethernet connection.