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Installing the alterpath kvm rp, Alterpath kvm rp – Cyclades User's Guide User Manual

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Advanced Installation Procedures

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Installing the AlterPath KVM RP

Installing the AlterPath KVM RP

With a CAT5 cable up to 500 feet long, the AlterPath KVM RP can be
connected to the User 2 port of the KVM/net unit, enabling the extended user
to perform local administration tasks or to select the local keyboard, video,
and mouse console between a local station and a server connected to the
KVM/net.

Tasks

Where Documented/Notes

1

Place the KVM RP on a desk or table up
to 500 feet away from the KVM/net.

You can use a CAT5 cable of up to 500
feet long to extend the local
administration of the KVM/net.

2

Connect the KVM RP to the KVM/net.

“To Connect the KVM RP to the KVM/
net” on page 131.

3

Connect a keyboard, monitor, and mouse
to the KVM RP.

“Options for Accessing the KVM RP” on
page 131

4

Supply power to and turn on the KVM
RP.

“Supplying Power to the KVM RP” on
page 132

5

Use the KVM RP to control the KVM/net. “Controlling the OSD Through the

AlterPath KVM RP” on page 428