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Special functions for cascaded KVM matrix systems
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Special functions for cascaded KVM
matrix systems
Cascading increases the number of target computers that can be connected to the
KVM matrix system. For this, several matrix switches are integrated into the system.
The configuration settings for a KVM matrix switch are described in this chapter.
Basic functions
Changing names or comments of matrix switches
How to change names or comments of matrix switches:
1. In the directory tree, click KVM Matrix systems > [Name] > Matrix switches .
2. Right-click the matrix switch you want to configure. Now click Configuration on
the context menu.
3. Rename the matrix switch under Name .
4. Optional: Use the Comment entry to change or enter a comment regarding the
matrix switch.
5. Click OK to save your settings.
Deleting slave matrix switches from the system
If the KVM matrix system is not able to detect a matrix switch, which was already
connected to the system, the device is considered inactive.
Delete the list entry of matrix switches you want to permanently remove from the
system.
How to delete inactive or disconnected matrix switches:
1. In the directory tree, click KVM Matrix systems > [Name] > Matrix switches .
2. Right-click the matrix switch you want to delete and click Delete on the context
menu.
3. Confirm the confirmation prompt by pressing Yes or cancel the process by
pressing No .
NOTE: Only administrators and users with the Superuser right can delete inactive
matrix switches.