Computer Hardware User Manual

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Description
2.1.1 Application
The ServSwitch DKM FX is used to establish connections from consoles (monitor,
keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral devices) to various sources (computer,
CPU). In a maximum configuration, up to 288 independent ports can be defined
and switched either as a console or a CPU.
The ServSwitch DKM FX Compact is used to establish connections from consoles
(monitor, keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral devices) to various sources
(computer, CPU). In a maximum configuration, up to 16 (using the ACXC16), 32
(using the ACXC32), or 48 (using the ACXC48) independent ports can be defined
and switched either as a console or a CPU.
The ServSwitch DKM FX is mainly specified for the use with extenders that are
able to transmit video, KVM, and USB 2.0 signals. You can also use it as a video
matrix.
For the connection between the ServSwitch DKM FX and the peripheral devices,
such as KVM extenders or video sources, you can use CATx, fiber, or coaxial
cables.
The ServSwitch DKM FX serves as a repeater. You can place it up to 6.2 miles
(10 km) from the consoles and 6.2 miles (10 km) from the sources.
2.1.2 Access Options
You have the following options to access the ServSwitch DKM FX for
configuration and operation:
Table 2-1. Access options.
Access option Symbol
OSD
Java tool
Serial interface