ATEN Matrix KVM Switches are designed for modern data centers that require reliable, high security access and control of multiple servers. With non-blocked access and flexible expansion support, Matrix KVM switches offer high quality video sessions for secure, real-time control of your entire data center devices.

Matrix KVM Switches allow 5 or 9 consoles to manage up to 32 target devices, while only taking up 1U of rack space. They also simplify cabling requirements and reduce cost by using Cat 5e/6 cable to connect console modules and KVM Adapter Cables. This not only permits extending the distance between console and servers up to 300 meters with 1280x1024@60Hz, but also offers an independent configuration for secure access, which is especially ideal for the security concerns associated with large server rooms and data centers.

The Matrix KVM Switch offers an intuitive, full screen Graphical UI for both Console and Browser-based sessions. The composite integrated tree view of all ports offers convenient navigation and access.

Dual Power supply operation provides backup redundancy and reliability – ensuring that down-time is kept at a minimum. Should one of the power supplies become unavailable, the other will take over in order to keep the system functioning normally.

Used in conjunction with ALTUSEN’s PN0108 Power Over IP power management device, you can associate a Matrix KVM Switch’s port with a PN0108’s power outlet, and then manage the power operation of a server from the switch’s interface – a single interface point. It also enables you to associate a second outlet port if the server has a dual power supply, and lets you synchronize the operation for both power supplies. In this way, Power Association reduces maintenance time and increases management efficiency.

Virtual Media support lets you map DVD/CD-ROMs and other storage media to any servers connected with virtual media-capable adapter cables. Virtual Media allows you to conduct file transfers, install applications and OS patches, and perform diagnostics from a console module – reducing down-time and saving maintenance costs.

Matrix KVM Switches can be daisy-chained, cascaded, or both in tandem – flexible expansion configurations allows up to 9 consoles to control thousands of servers. Add consoles and servers a step at a time to match your company’s growth. Daisy-chaining KM0032 switches offers a further cost-saving configuration, since the use of dedicated chain ports allow all of the switch's KVM ports to be utilized for server connections – none of them need to be used for cascading. Your prior KH switch investment is protected, since those switches can also be cascaded.

The advanced Dual Root function allows you to link two KM0932 switches to achieve an 18 console configuration – letting you to expand the number of consoles flexibly to fit your requirements. It’s an ideal solution for applications that utilize multiple video displays, such as large data centers.

The advanced Dual Root function allows you to link two KM0932 switches to achieve an 18 console configuration – letting you to expand the number of consoles flexibly to fit your requirements. It’s an ideal solution for applications that utilize multiple video displays, such as large data centers.

Matrix KVM Switches provide high video quality – 1280x1024 @60Hz up to 300 meters. The video signals are transmitted via Cat 5e/6 cable and maintain real-time and true video quality. Auto Signal Compensation (ASC), assures optimum video resolution over greater distances. In addition, an automatic skew compensation function corrects color phase and timing errors that occur over long distance transmissions – making a Matrix KVM Switch an excellent choice for video intensive applications.

Each of the Console Modules has a built-in RS-232 port. Administrators can establish a serial terminal login to the Console Module in order to control the KVM port access for all consoles connected to switch – any console can be assigned to access any KVM port from a single interface point. This function is extremely useful in large data centers where the display of all the consoles can be projected onto a wall for easy viewing of all operations, and the entire installation can be monitored on a port-by-port basis.

The Matrix KVM Switch supports audio functions for multimedia-capable devices connected with audio-capable adapter cables. Sound output and beeps from the servers can be heard on the console’s speaker – allowing administrators to identify and troubleshoot system problems at an early stage, minimizing repair costs.

The Adapter ID Function stores port information such as the Adapter ID, OS, keyboard language, adapter name, operation modes, etc. It enables administrators to relocate servers to different ports without having to reconfigure the adapters or change the user authorization settings of the KVM switch.

The Matrix KVM Switch’s modular design – using console modules to link the console devices (keyboards, monitors, and mice) to the switch, and KVM Adapter Cables to link the switch to the servers – allows for a high degree of platform and interface integration. You can have PS/2 and USB interfaces; Win, Linux, Mac, and Sun platforms; all working together smoothly on the same installation. The use of RJ-45 connectors and Cat 5e/6 cabling eliminates bulky traditional cables, and makes for more reliable throughput and a neat, efficient, uncluttered work environment.

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