Manual

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The KE6900 / KE6940 DVI KVM Over IP Extender is an IP based matrix
extender that allows access to a computer system from a remote USB KVM
console anywhere over a LAN. The KE6900 series is a single view extender
that supports one DVI display at each end. The KE6940 series is a dual view
extender that supports two DVI displays at each end, allowing the video output
to display across two monitors.
The KE6900 / KE6940 consists of a transmitter that connects to the computer
and a receiver that provides console access from a separate location. The
computer is accessed from the remote console via a standard TCP/IP network
or direct Ethernet cable connection. This is perfect for any installation where
you need to place the console where it is convenient, but you want the
computer to reside in a secure location - away from the keyboard, mouse and
display.
As a matrix extender it can connect one or more: computers-to-consoles in
several ways: one-to-one (Extender mode), one-to-many (Splitter mode),
many-to-one (Switch mode), or many-to-many (Matrix mode).
The KE6900 / KE6940 has a local On Screen Display (OSD) on the receiver to
configure both units - for easy setup and operation. Using the transmitter and
receiver over a standard TCP/IP network (optional) via Cat 5e cable allows
point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and multipoint-to-multipoint
administration without needing a KVM switch. Both the transmitter and
receiver have RS-232 ports to connect to a serial terminal for configuration or
serial devices such as touchscreens and barcode scanners.
The Matrix Manager® software provides advanced features for username and
password authentication, auto-detection of devices on the same LAN segment,
management of devices, and setup of Splitter, Switch, and Matrix modes. New
security features also provide extra protection with remote login security, a
username and password can be required when the receiver connects to the
transmitter.
With the OSD, network access, RS-232 port, software administration, and
Auto MDIX, the KE6900 / KE6940 is the most cost-effective and convenient
way to get a full digital extension from anywhere on the LAN.