What is a KVM Switch?
KVM switches provide users with reliable control of multiple computers by the use of a single screen with USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse. Matrix KVM switches can be simultaneously used by numerous operators controlling from two up to 1024 Computers.
KVM switches essentially allow you to quickly access different computers from single or multiple workstations.
Omnio Technologies can help in a range of scenarios, including:
- Broadcast – TV Stations, Radio Stations, System Integrators
- Airports, Air Traffic Control and Airforce
- Control Rooms
- Oil & Gas
- Security
- Telecoms
- Industrial Process Management
- Power Distribution
In these situations, there could be hundreds, or even thousands, of servers and a KVM switch allows your IT team to control all connected servers from a single or multiple workstations, with keyboard, mouse and monitor, completely streamlining the process.
Types of KVM Switches
KVM switches can support various video formats including VGA, HDMI, DVI & DisplayPort controlled by PS/2, USB, RS232 and touch screen devices. Extended remote user control allows the operator to be up to 300 meters from the switch when using a UTP cable and up to 10,000 meters when using fibre optic cabling. IP KVM offers remote control from unlimited distances or a dedicated LAN or over the world wide web, helping businesses and organisations to run global IT systems.
What to consider when adding a KVM switch to your IT system
- How many computers do you need to connect to the KVM switch today and do you need room for expansion?
- How many users need to access the connected computers simultaneously and do you need access over IP
- Required video formats e.g. DVI, HDMI, DisplayPort or VGA and the maximum video resolution required
- Do you need multiple monitors per user station, i.e. Dual Head, Triple Head Quad Head of more?
- What are the control connections required, PS/2, USB, touch screen or RS232
- Do you need Audio support?
- What are the maximum distances from the computers to the KVM switch and from the KVM switch to the user stations, are these connections over UTP, Fiber or over IP
- Is an integrated rack mounted video keyboard and mouse required at the rack
The benefits of KVM Switches
Ensuring data is secure is an essential part of business operations and planning. Our secure KVM switches can prevent unauthorised access and ensure multi-domain data isolation. The design of the KVM switch means users can glide seamlessly between, and securely manage, IT equipment which may otherwise be hard to access, stored away in IT racks. Accessing servers, routers, switches, firewalls and network appliances is an easy task when KVM switches are installed as they allow users to easily monitor and troubleshoot, saving valuable time and money! In situations where it is essential to restrict access to unauthorised users, password and user access rights are a standard feature on most modern KVM switches.
Omnio Technologies offers secure connection KVM switches, especially critical when dealing with sensitive data in air forces, heavy industry and security sectors. Our secure KVM switches have restricted USB connectivity, data channel isolation and secure port switching.
If your business could benefit from a high-quality KVM switch solution, get in touch with the team at Omnio Technologies. Our offices in the Middle East serve organisations across the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East region, call us on +971 (0) 2 665 6856 or email us at [email protected].