MODELS
Compaq Server Console Switches
1X2-Port KVM
120206-001 (US)
120206-B31 (Int'l)
120206-291 (Japan)
1X4-Port KVM
400336-001 (US)
400336-B31 (Int'l)
400336-291 (Japan)
1X8-Port KVM
400337-001 (US)
400337-B31 (Int'l)
400337-291 (Japan)
2X8-Port KVM
400338-001 (US)
400338-B31 (Int'l)
400338-291 (Japan)
2X8-Port KVM (DC)
400542-B21 (WW)
CPU-to-Server Console Cables
3 Foot (1 m)
110936-B24
7 Foot (2 m)
110936-B25
12 Foot (4 m)
110936-B21
20 Foot (6 m)
110936-B22
40 Foot (12 m)
110936-B23
20 Foot (6 m) (Plenum Rated)
149363-B21
40 Foot (12 m) (Plenum Rated)
149364-B21
Video Adapter for KVM (pin 9)- 4 pack
149361-B21
Switch Box Connector Kits
115V
144007-001
230V
144007-002
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OVERVIEW
Compaq Server Console Switches are key components for rack mount implementations (a console represents one keyboard, video monitor, and mouse
(KVM) attached to a server). The family of Compaq Server Console Switches allows multiple servers in a rack to be accessed and managed by one
keyboard, monitor, and mouse. Using a console, as many as 64 computers running different operating systems can be managed. The 4-Port and 8-Port
Server Console Switches feature an On-Screen Display (OSD) interface, which has intuitive menus for accessing each attached computer. Servers can
be identified by a user-defined name or sequentially by number, enabling easy access to connected servers. (The 2-Port Server Console Switch uses a
simplified OSD).
Compaq Server Console Switches can be connected in a tiered fashion, to increase server access from four or eight servers to as many as 64 servers.
Switching between computers is accomplished by typing a switching command at the keyboard, or by using the mouse to interact with the graphic
interface of the selected computer.
The Compaq Server Console Switch family of products is available in 2-, 4-, and 8-Port versions. There are two 8-Port models, a single and a dual
console version, allowing the flexibility of controlling switch configurations from more than one location, or by more than one user. Standard rack mounting
of the Compaq Server Console Switches will take up 1U (1.75) of front panel rack space. However, the Switches can also be mounted in a "zero U"
profile by mounting in the side rails of the rack, or behind the new Compaq 1U Keyboard Drawer, previously announced on April 6, 1999.
Every model delivers exceptional performance through leading edge switching design and engineering.
Target Applications and Markets
Network Administrators, System Administrators, Engineering Managers, Chief Information Officers, and Managers of Information Systems are all among
the users who will see very tangible benefits from using the Compaq family of server console switches.
Easy access to multiple servers
Multi-platform management from one console (Microsoft Windows, Novell, UNIX etc)
Non-intrusive control and management of servers Compaq Server Console Switches are "out-of-band," allowing server activity to be viewed on
multiple systems without interfering in any way.
Features
On-Screen Display (OSD) Displays system-related information on the console monitor, such as selected server name, status, power-up test data
and configuration menus.
Programmable Scanning An evaluation of system performance can be made by sequentially scanning any or all of the computers in the system.
Programmable scanning allows you to determine which computers to include as well as the duration of the connection.
Configuration NVRAM NVRAM (non-volatile RAM) makes it easy to set configuration information using commands entered from the keyboard.
The NVRAM stores the resulting configuration until a user decision is made to change the information, even if the unit loses power.
Hardware Reset Switch If the keyboard or mouse communication is disrupted, the switch can be used to reset the unit without interrupting power
to the system.
Password Protection For protection against unauthorized users, the switch box provides a password option for security purposes.
Switch Firmware Update The application code of the switch can be quickly and easily updated via FLASH ROM. The port communications
settings are automatically configured to allow direct downloading from the connected computer.
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 Compaq 1U Keyboard Drawer (338056-B21) slide rails are provided for mounting the unit behind the
keyboard drawer.
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OVERVIEW (continued)
Key Console Benefits
The Compaq Server Console Switches provide tangible benefits including
Easy access to multiple servers
One or more persons can use more than one server or system (e.g., when there is a need to simply "switch" among several systems).
One person can manage large numbers of servers in an organized fashion, from one console.
Typically, at least 50 percent savings in floor space can be expected when using Compaq Console Server Switches in rack-mount configurations vs.
non-rack mounted server configurations. In one typical lab, console switches were implemented within rack mount configurations to save 67 percent
in required floor space.
With fewer monitors, power bills are reduced considerably: one Compaq Server Console Switch controlling 8 computers from a single monitor
reduces the monitor count by 7 (87 percent).
Air conditioning costs are reduced due to the reduction in heat due to fewer monitors when a Compaq Console Server Switch is implemented and
uses only one monitor.
The chart below shows an example of cost savings and financial return associated with console switch and rack-mount configurations in an urban east-
coast data center.
Benefit Estimated Savings and Cost Assumptions
Space Savings $96,000/yr (assuming $20/sq. ft. x 400 sq. ft. x 12 months)
Equipment Savings $26,100 (assuming 87 keyboards, monitors and mice x $300 each set)
Energy Savings $57,159/yr (assuming 87 monitors x 14.4kWh/day x $0.125 x 365 days)
People/Time Savings $70,000/yr (assuming salary of 1 Network Administrator)
Console Switch Cost $15,080 (assuming $1,160/server console switch x 13)
Total Savings $264,339
WHICH MODEL IS BEST?
Single-user console switches
The single-user Compaq Server Console Switches has one input (or user) port for one user console (one keyboard, monitor, and mouse) and multiple
output (or system) ports for connecting multiple systems to the switch
(one-to-many).
One user has control over multiple computers with a single user switch.
Single user switches can also be tiered (one switch connected to another) to expand the amount of systems controlled by one user.
For example, an 8-port switch uses one of its output system ports to connect to another 8-port switch, yielding a total amount of 15 computers controlled
by one user).
Models Server Console Switch, 1X2-Port KVM 120206-xx1
Server Console Switch, 1X4-Port KVM 400336-xx1
Server Console Switch, 1X8-Port KVM 400337-xx1
Multi-user console switches
The multi-user server console switch has two user ports for multiple user consoles, and multiple system ports as well (many-to-many). The multi-user
console offer expanded flexibility, such as the following scenarios:
Simultaneous control of servers in both the data center and in other remote locations
If there are multiple network administrators, a multiple console switch allows each of them to access all of the servers in their data center to
diagnose problems, all from separate locations.
Models Server Console Switch, 2X8-Port KVM 400338-xx1
Server Console Switch, 2X8-Port KVM (DC) 400542-B21
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SPECIFICATIONS
Height 1.71 in/4.5 cm
Compaq Server Console Dimensions
Switch 2-Port Width 7 in/17.8 cm
Depth 10 in/25.4 cm
Weight 3 lbs/1.36 kg
Input Power Requirements Rated Voltage 100 to 240V AC
Rated Frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Rated Input Current 0.5 to 0.25A
Rated Frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Maximum Ambient Operating 50 to 104F/0 to 40C
Temperature Range
Temperature
Ambient Storage and 40 to 185F/40 to 85C
Shipping Temperature
122F/50C
Maximum Internal Rack
Temperature for the Switch Box
Operating 20% to 80%
Relative Humidity (non-
condensing)
Non-operating 5% to 90%
VGA, SVGA, XGA
Video Modes Supported
Height 1.71 in/4.5 cm
Compaq Server Console Dimensions
Switch 4-Port, 8-Port, and Depth 8 in/20.3 cm
Dual Console 8-Port Width 17 in/43.2 cm
Specifications
4-Port 5.25 lbs/2.38 kg
Weight
8-Port 5.7 lbs/2.59 kg
Dual Console 8-Port 5.7 lbs/2.59 kg
Input Power Requirements Rated Voltage 4-Port, 8-Port, Dual Console 100 to 240V AC
8-Port AC
Dual Console 8-Port DC 48V DC
Rated Frequency 4-Port, 8-Port, Dual Console 50 to 60 Hz
8-Port AC
Dual Console 8-Port DC N/A
Rated Input Current 4-Port, 8-Port, Dual Console 1 to 0.5A
8-Port AC
Maximum Ambient Operating 50 to 104F/10 to 40C
Temperature Range
Temperature
Ambient Storage and 40 to 185/40 to 85C
Shipping Temperature
122F/50C
Maximum Internal Rack
Temperature for the Switch Box
Operating 20% to 80%
Relative Humidity
Non-operating 5% to 90%
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| 110936-B21
110936-B22
110936-B23
110936-B24
110936-B25
120206-001
120206-291
120206-B31
144007-001
144007-002
149361-B21
149363-B21
149364-B21
338056-B21
400336-001
400336-291
400336-B31
400337-001
400337-291
400337-B31
400338-001
400338-291
400338-B31
400542-B21
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