Network Router User Manual

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 5
Terminology
This manual uses the following terminology for the components of a typical Dominion KX II
configuration:
Figure 5: Terminology and Topology
Remote PC
(client)
Networked computers used to access and control target servers
connected to the Dominion KX II. Refer to Supported Operating
Systems (Clients) for a list of the Operating Systems supported by
Dominion KX II remotely.
Local Access Console
(client)
An optional user console (consisting of a keyboard, mouse, and multi-
sync VGA monitor) attached directly to Dominion KX II to control
target servers locally (directly at the rack, not through the network).
CIMs
(Computer Interface
Modules)
Dongles that connect to each target server and Raritan power strip.
Available for all of the supported Operating Systems. Refer to
Supported CIMs
for information about the CIMs supported by
Dominion KX II.
Target Servers
Servers with video cards and user interfaces (e.g., Windows®,
Linux®, Solaris™, etc.) accessed remotely via Dominion KX II.
Refer to Supported Operating Systems and CIMs (Target Servers)
for
a list of the supported Operating Systems and CIMs.
Power Strips
Raritan power strips accessed remotely via the Dominion KX II.
Package Contents
Each Dominion KX II ships as a fully-configured stand-alone product in a standard 1U (2U for
KX2-464) 19" rackmount chassis. Each Dominion KX II unit ships with the following contents:
(1) Dominion KX II Unit
(1) Dominion KX II Quick Installation and Setup Guide
(1) Raritan User Manuals CD-ROM
(1) Rackmount Kit
(2) AC Power Cords
(1) Cat5 Network Cable
(1) Cat5 Network Crossover Cable
(1) Set of 4 Rubber Feet (for desktop use)
(1) Application Note
(1) Warranty Card