Console Switches and Cables improve monitoring flexibility.
Press Release Summary:
To help users set-up and control rack-mounted xSeries servers, 1x8 Console Switch (17351LX) provides 8-port, CAT5 switch for single-user local management of KVM server functions. IBM 2x16 Console Switch (17352LX) offers 16-port, CAT5 switch for 2-user local management of KVM server functions. Also available, 3M Console Switch Cable PS/2 (31R3130) and USB (31R3132) convert KVM signals for CAT5 cabling for servers with PS/2 and USB KVM ports, respectively.
Original Press Release:
IBM 1x8 and 2x16 Console Switches and IBM 3M Console Switch Cables Improve Flexibility in Monitoring and Controlling IBM xSeries Systems
At a glance
These cost-effective, densely packed solutions help you set up and control rack-mounted xSeries servers.
The IBM 1x8 Console Switch (17351LX) is an 8-port, CAT5 console switch for single-user local management of KVM server functions.
The IBM 2x16 Console Switch (17352LX) is a 16-port, CAT5 console switch for two-user local management of KVM server functions.
The IBM 3M Console Switch Cable (PS/2) (31R3130) converts KVM signals for CAT5 cabling for servers with PS/2 KVM ports.
The IBM 3M Console Switch Cable (USB) (31R3132) converts KVM signals for CAT5 cabling for servers with USB KVM ports.
Overview
The IBM 1x8 and 2x16 Console Switches let you inexpensively cable, monitor, and manage your rack servers. The switches:
Support xSeries® servers with PS/S or USB KVM ports
Support up to 128 servers using 1x8 switch through tiering
Support up to 256 servers using 2x16 switch through tiering
Install outside the server - no adapter card required
Are easy to implement and are designed for rapid deployment
Require no PCI slot
Do not require the server to be opened to install switch or rerun wiring if the server is taken offline
Use management software powered by intuitive on-screen displays (OSDs) that makes management and setup extremely easy
Have been tested with IBM racks and xSeries products to give you the confidence that they function properly and install quickly and easily
Have a three-year limited warranty1
The IBM 3M Console Switch Cable (PS/2®) and the IBM 3M Console Switch Cable (USB) plug into either a PS/2 KVM port or a USB KVM port on the back of a server.
1 For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit http://www.ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/
Alternatively, this information is available through your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request.
Planned availability date
July 21, 2005
