HP 5600 Deploying HP KVM consoling solutions best practices - Page 3

HP consoles, switches, and accessories HP console switches allow control of multiple servers through one or more KVM consoles for efficient server management. HP Serial Console Servers allow the use of remote consoles or terminals to manage servers and other devices through their serial ports. These components allow management of a large number of servers with a minimum number of IP addresses, simplifying the administration of enterprise systems. The use of CAT5 or better cables instead of conventional KVM or serial cables significantly reduces cable clutter when managing a number of rack-mounted devices. HP TFT7600 Rackmount Keyboard Monitor The HP TFT7600 Rackmount Keyboard Monitor (RKM) combines a 17-inch WXGA+ monitor with a keyboard/touch pad that mounts in a standard 19-inch rack. The RKM (Figure 2) is designed to meet the special needs of the data center environment: • Both PS/2 and USB connectivity for operation with a variety of equipment • Anti-glare display for easy viewing in a brightly-lit equipment room • Front panel USB pass-thru port for convenient virtual media device connection • Economical use of space and power (the 1U component shuts down automatically when retracted into the rack.) The TFT7600 RKM console is shallow enough to allow mounting an HP server console switch behind it. When installed at an optimum height of about 4 feet from the floor, the RKM provides convenient walk-up access. Figure 2. HP TFT7600 Rackmount Keyboard Monitor 3