• BladeSystem support
  • Using the BladeSystem CAT5 KVM Interface Adapter connected to the HP IP Console Switch allows an administrator to connect locally or remotely to a Blade Server for maintenance or out of band management. Compatible with BL20G2 and newer BladeSystems
• Serial console support with the Serial Interface Adapter
  • Using the Serial Interface Adapter connected to the HP Server Console Switch allows an administrator to view a serial console from a Unix or Linux server or a network device such as a switch or router to be viewed as if it were a KVM console. Note that only viewing of serial consoles is supported, file transfers and detecting strings in the serial data stream are not supported.
• Support for LDAP Authentication to Microsoft Active Directory

• Easy access to multiple servers
• Want to move people out of the computer rooms due to cold temperatures and noise, but still need access
• Require increased density of servers per switch
• Somewhat price sensitive to cost per port
• Multi-platform management from one console (Microsoft® Windows, Novell, UNIX®, Serial Devices (etc)
• Non-intrusive control and management of servers HP Server Console Switches are "out-of-band," allowing server activity to be viewed on multiple systems without interfering in any way
  
• Centralized user management needed
  

• High performance mouse/cursor speed. From outside the data center, IT administrators can manage servers from a centralized console as if standing in front of them.
• Optional Directory Services Integration for Microsoft Active Directory to allow KVM User management within Active Directory
• 16 ports in Zero-U's of rack space. 16, hot-pluggable ports on each IP Console Switchbox mounts either behind keyboard or in rack sidewalls saving valuable rack enclosure real estate
• Based on standards and backward compatible. Ready to install with your current Compaq legacy console switching solutions and works over a 100 Mbps IP-based network
• Improved cable management. Standard CAT5 UTP network cables can be field terminated to custom lengths eliminating the rolls of KVM cables often found in the back of racks and the smaller form factor facilitates cable routing
• Single screen management. The IP Console Viewer supports Windows and Linux consoles and does not require additional software to be installed on the server in order to monitor your KVM solution
• Secure SSL, DES, or 3DES data transfer across network. The IP console switch uses with multiple security levels for customizing user access to attached servers and operates across firewalls and VPNs
• Localized On-Screen Display and IP console viewer software. Firmware and software are available in several languages to facilitate usage in different world regions (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Dutch and Japanese).
• SNMP-Manageable. Pre-defined alert messaging can be sent to Insight Manager, Open View and other SNMP management software programs
• Multiple Space Saving 0U Installation Methods.
  • Side Mount – Rails are provided for mounting the unit to the side of the rack cabinet.
  • Rear Rack Mount – In conjunction with a HP Integrated Keyboard and Drawer (257054-001) slide rails are provided for mounting the unit behind the keyboard drawer.
• Serial Console Support with Serial Interface Adapter
  
  • Using the Serial Interface Adapter connected to the HP Server Console Switch allows an administrator to view a serial console from a Unix or Linux server or a network device such as a switch or router to be viewed as if it were a KVM console. Note that only viewing of serial consoles is supported, file transfers and detecting strings in the serial datastream are not supported.
• BladeSystem support
  • Using the BladeSystem CAT5 KVM Interface Adapter connected to the HP IP Console Switch allows an administrator to connect locally or remotely to a Blade Server for maintenance or out of band management. Supports direct attachment of USB devices and is compatible with BL20G2 and newer BladeSystems
    

Three-year limited warranty, including hardware diagnostic support, pre-failure warranty (coverage of hard drives, memory and processors). The warranty is fully supported by HP Services and a worldwide network of resellers and service providers. In addition 90-day's getting started software telephone support may be covered under the warranty or available for an additional fee. Enhancements to warranty services are available through HP Care Pack services.

NOTE: Limited warranty is 3 year parts only

Care Pack services provide a range of life cycle support options that let you choose the service levels that meet your business requirements, from basic to mission-critical.

A full range of HP Care Pack hardware and software services are available including:

• Installation and start up
  
• Education courses
  
• Extended onsite hardware coverage hours from same business day 13 hours, 5 day to 24 hours, 7 days call window with options including 4-hour response or 6-hour Call To Repair
  
• Comprehensive range of software technical support for Microsoft, Linux, ProLiant Essentials and VMWare-based IT solutions helping to deliver high level of application availability. Response times range from 30 mins for critical problems to 2 hours.
  
• System Management, Performance Services and Mission Critical Support Solution

HP Care Pack Services include HP branded hardware options qualified for the server, purchased at the same time or afterwards, internal to the enclosure, as well as 22" and smaller external monitors and tower UPS options up to 3KVA. 22" and smaller external monitors will be covered at the same service level and coverage period as the server. For servers or storage systems installed within a rack, service also covers all HP qualified rack options installed within the same rack.

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