User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Product Overview
- Features and Benefits
- Reduce Cable Bulk
- KVM Switching Capabilities
- Multiplatform Support
- True Serial Capabilities
- Local and Remote User Interfaces
- Virtual Media and Smart Card-capable Switches
- On-board Web Interface
- Access the Switch Using a Standard TCP/IP Network
- Encryption
- Video
- Flash Upgradeable
- Tier Expansion
- Avocent Management Software Plug-in
- FIPS cryptographic module
- Sample Configuration
- Safety Precautions
- General
- LAN Options
- Features and Benefits
- Installation
- Local and Remote Configuration
- Local User Interface (UI)
- OBWI
- Using the User Interfaces
- Launching a Session
- Scan Mode
- Viewing System Information
- RCS Tools
- Network Settings
- DNS Settings
- NTP Settings
- SNMP Settings
- Auditing Event Settings
- Setting Event Destinations
- Ports - Configuring SIPs
- Power Device Settings
- Local Port UI Settings
- Modem Settings
- Setup Settings - Port Security
- Sessions
- Setting Up User Accounts
- LDAP
- Override Admin
- Active Sessions
- The Video Viewer Window
- LDAP Feature for the RCS
- The Structure of Active Directory
- Standard Schema versus Dell Extended Schema
- Standard Installation
- Configure the Override Admin Account
- Configuring DNS Settings
- Configuring the Network Time Protocol (NTP) Settings
- Configuring the LDAP Authentication Parameters
- Enabling LDAP Authentication
- Entering Authentication Parameters - Operational Modes
- Entering Extension Options - Active Directory LDAP
- Entering Authentication Parameters - Standard LDAP
- Entering Authentication Parameters - Custom IP Port Assignments
- Completing LDAP Configuration
- Secondary LDAP Settings - Standard Configuration
- Setting up the RCS for performing Standard LDAP queries
- Search Configuration Settings
- Query Mode Selection Settings
- Group Configuration Parameters
- Secondary LDAP Settings - Active Directory Configuration
- LDAP SSL Certificates
- CA Certificate Information Display
- Configuring Group Objects
- Configuring Active Directory with Dell Schema Extensions to Access Your RCS
- Adding Users and Privileges to Active Directory with Dell Schema Extensions
- Using Dell Association Objects Syntax
- Console Redirection Access Security
- Using Active Directory to Log In to the RCS
- Target Device Naming Requirements for LDAP Implementation
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Appendix A: Terminal Operations
- Appendix B: Using SIPs
- Appendix C: MIB and SNMP Traps
- Appendix D: Cable Pinouts Information
- Appendix E: UTP Cabling
- Appendix F: Sun Advanced Key Emulation
- Appendix G: Technical Specifications
- Appendix H: Technical Support
- Bookmarks
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• dual stack IPv4 (DHCP) and IPv6 (DHCPv6 and stateless auto-
configuration) for simultaneous access
• accessibility to target devices across 10/100/1000BaseT LAN ports.
• a MODEM port that supports V.34, V.90 or V.92-compatible modems that
may be used to access the switch when an Ethernet connection is not
available
• FIPS support
Reduce Cable Bulk
With server densities continually increasing, cable bulk remains a major concern
for network administrators. The RCS significantly reduces KVM cable volume in
the rack by utilizing the innovative Server Interface Pod (SIP) modules and
single, industry-standard Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling. This allows a
higher server density while providing greater airflow and cooling capacity.
KVMSwitching Capabilities
The RCS supports SIPs that are powered directly from the target device and
provide Keep Alive functionality when the switch is not powered. The SIPs with
CAT 5 design dramatically reduce cable clutter while providing optimal
resolution and video settings. The built-in memory of the SIPs simplifies
configuration by assigning and retaining unique device names and Electronic ID
(EID) numbers for each attached device.
PS/2 and USB SIPs are available allowing direct KVM connectivity to devices.
The USB2+CAC SIP is also available. The RCS is offered with 8, 16, or 32
Analog Rack Interface (ARI) ports for connecting SIPs. Utilizing the SIP, you
can attach additional switches to expand your RCS system. This flexibility
allows you to add capacity as your data center grows.
Multiplatform Support
The Dell SIPs are available for use with the RCS to support PS/2, USB, USB2,
and USB2+CAC device environments. Using the OBWI in conjunction with
these modules allows you to switch easily across platforms.