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Feature Overview
The Hewlett-Packard Rackmount Console Switch allows you to control multiple
servers with one keyboard, monitor and mouse. The switch is available in two
models: the J1473A and the J1474A. These models support four and eight attached
servers respectively. Each server can be up to 15 feet away from the switch and
peripherals. The Rackmount Console Switch works with IBM PC/AT and PS/2
systems, and 100% compatible computers with support for VGA, SVGA, XGA
and XGA-II video. PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse peripherals are supported
through the rear of the unit.
The J1473A and J1474A Rackmount Console Switches can be upgraded to support
Multiuser, remote
access capability
two simultaneous users in the system by purchasing the J1475A Console Switch
Expansion kit (only available in North America and Latin America). Within the
base unit, the switch performs as a matrix, with both users independently accessing
any of the attached servers at the same time. Your second user can be as far as 500
feet away from the switch. This extension capability lets you place your second
keyboard, monitor and mouse wherever you need them most.
FLASH upgrade
The Rackmount Console Switch is FLASH upgradable. This means that you can
capability
update your fi rmware at any time through a simple serial connection.
Extensive mouse
The Rackmount Console Switch offers support for numerous mice including:
support
Microsoft IntelliMouse, IBM ScrollPoint, Logitech MouseMan +, Logitech Marble Plus,
Logitech Marble FX and the Kensington Expert Mouse.
The Rackmount Console Switch supports Plug and Play video and is compliant
Plug and play
with the VESA DDC2B standard.
Share mode
Share Mode enables two users to view information on a single server at
the same time and allows either user to have keyboard and mouse access
to that server.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
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