* Fujitsu releases Servis FX-7000NP KVM
Fujitsu rolled out a KVM switch that support up to four users and communicates over the TCP/IP network.
The Servis FX-7000NP KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) switch can be used to remotely control x86, Itanium or Unix servers over an IP network. It lets remote users reboot servers, access the system BIOS, install or update software and have full control of the keyboard and mouse.
Software shipping with the Servis FX-7000NP includes login and password authentication as well as a firewall capability that prevents unauthorized access. Data transmitted from the server to the KVM switch is protected by SSL encryption and secure remote shell tunneling. An event log is created, which is protected by RADIUS authentication.
The FX-7000NP is browser and network independent and is compatible with KVM switches from Avocent and other vendors. It supports 1600 x 1200 video resolution operating at 60-Hz, 75-Hz and 85-Hz. It automatically selects the best data transmission rate for the network. Bandwidth can also be throttled manually to conserve resources. Although the maximum bandwidth is 64Kbps, 400Kbps is optimal.
The switch has PS/2 ports for connecting keyboard and mouse and a VGA port for connecting the monitor. It also features redundant serial ports and dual power supplies.
With an optional USB connection, customers can create a virtual 1.44MB floppy disk or 8MB RAM disk in the FX-7000NP’s internal memory.
It competes with other digital KVM switches from Avocent, Raritan and Rose Electronics.
The FX-7000NP is almost 8-inches wide, 6-inches deep and 1.63-inches high. It fits in a standard 19-inch rack and is priced at $1,250.
