The next-generation Dominion® KX II-832 features multi-user access at an attractive price per port for a 8-channel KVM switch. It provides eight remote users and two local user BIOS-level access and control of up to 32 servers. In addition to the standard local port, Dominion KX II-832 features a new extended local port that extends the local port, via Cat5 cable, beyond the rack to a control room, another point in the data center or to a Paragon II switch. Dominion KX II-832 works standalone or with our CommandCenter Secure Gateway centralized management appliance.
The KX II-832 offers the industry's highest video resolution — 1600 x 1200. Allows remote installation of software, file transferring and data back up with Universal Virtual Media. And 128-bit SSL AES or RC4 encryption. Offers the tightest mouse in the industry, reducing installation time with Absolute Mouse Synchronization. Controls power to servers with optional remote power unit. Comes standard with dual power and dual gigabit Ethernet with automatic failover. The Dominion KX II provides dual stack IP networking with simultaneous support of IPv4 and IPv6. Features Virtual KVM Desktop™, a common browser-based user interface that supports the industry's widest range of operating systems and browsers. Plus, it includes the industry's first and only browser-based local access.
The Dominion KX II solution consists of the KVM-over-IP switch and Computer Interface Modules (CIMs).
CIMs connect to the server's KVM ports and can be located up to 150 feet away from the switch using UTP (Cat5/5e/6) cabling. CIMs also provide keep-alive keyboard/mouse emulation.
Access from Windows®, Linux®, Sun® or Mac desktops via a wide range of Web browsers or standalone client.
Raritan's remote client software is automatically downloaded via Web browser; standalone multi-platform client available for emergency modem access.
Provides its entire feature set out of the box: Virtual Media, 128- or 256-bit AES or RC4 encryption, dual power supplies and dual gigabit Ethernet ports with failover, SNMP, Syslog, as well as integration with LDAP, Radius and Active Directory authentication. Support of IBM, HP, & Dell blade servers.
Dominion KX II extends the Dominion KX's award-winning video compression circuitry, the industry's highest-performing KVM-over-IP technology. Users can access Dominion KX II from anywhere on the network (LAN, WAN, Internet, dial-up), allowing administrators to troubleshoot, reconfigure, reboot and even power cycle servers remotely.
Hardware Features
Next Generation Hardware Architecture
Dominion KX II is a true next generation switch with an advanced hardware and software architecture. This innovative design enables new levels of KVM-over-IP performance, reliability, usability, compatibility and security.
High Performance, Next Generation Video Hardware
Dominion KX II’s KVM-over-IP engine uses Raritan’s next generation technology, providing users with virtual at-the-rack performance. Next generation features include ultra-fast screen refresh, 1600x1200 remote resolution, advanced color calibration and per server video optimization.
Dual Power Supplies with Failover
For increased reliability and redundancy, all Dominion KX II models have dual AC inputs, dual power supplies and automatic failover to support the redundant power distribution used in enterprise data centers. If a power supply fails, the customer will be notified via front panel LED, SNMP TRAP, log message or via the administrative manager.
Four USB Ports for Keyboard, Mouse and USB Media
The Dominion KX II has four USB 2.0 ports, three on the back panel and one on the front panel for local keyboard, mouse and USB media.
Dual Gigabit Ethernet Ports with Failover
Dominion KX II provides high availability with dual gigabit Ethernet ports for redundancy. Should one Ethernet switch or interface card fail, Dominion KX II will automatically failover to the other port and continue operating.
Multiple Hardware Models
Multiple hardware models enable simultaneous access by one, two or four remote users to 8, 16, 32 or 64 servers. Raritan is the first and only vendor to provide a 64?port digital KVM switch.
1U or 2U Form Factor
The Dominion KX2-464 is a 2U solution. Other KX II models are only 1U in height. Dominion KX II is extremely rack-efficient.
Cat5 Cabling
Dominion KX II interconnects with each server via standard, economical Cat5 (UTP) cabling. Servers may be located up to 150 cable feet from the Dominion KX II unit.
Multiplatform Computer Interface Modules (CIMs)
Dominion KX II supports multiplatform CIMs to connect to PS/2, USB and Sun™ servers. Dominion CIMs operate at distances of up to 150 feet from the KX II switch depending on server resolution.
Configurable Hardware Reset Button
Dominion KX II contains an administrator-configurable hardware reset button on the back panel.
Modem Port for Emergency Access
All Dominion KX II models have an integrated modem port for emergency remote access via external modem if the data network is not available.
Connectivity Features
One, Two, Four and Eight Concurrent Remote IP Users
Dominion KX II provides KVM-over-IP access to one, two or four simultaneous, remote users depending on the model purchased. Raritan provides a wide variety of KX II models to meet most customer needs and budgets. This is achieved while allowing full, unblocked local port access.
8, 16, 32 or 64 Server Ports
Users can connect up to 8, 16, 32 or 64 servers to each Dominion KX II via Cat5 cabling. Raritan is the first KVM-over-IP vendor with one, two and four channel 32 port models and the first to market with a 64?port digital KVM switch.
Remote Network Access / KVM-over-IP
Dominion KX II extends the Dominion KX’s award-winning video compression circuitry, the industry’s highest-performing KVM-over-IP technology. Users can access Dominion KX II from anywhere on the network (LAN, WAN, Internet, dial-up), allowing administrators to troubleshoot, reconfigure, reboot and even power cycle servers remotely.
Industry’s First Browser Based Local Console Port
The Dominion KX II features the industry’s first browser-based local access. With a common, browser-based interface and full management functionality at the local port, the KX II provides a consistent user experience that is easy to learn.
KX2-464 – The Industry’s Highest Density Digital KVM Switch
The Dominion KX2-464 is the industry’s first 64-port digital switch, providing the highest port density of any digital KVM switch. The KX2-464 provides KVM-over-IP access to up to 64 servers, spanning two to four racks. Featuring a 2U enclosure, dual Ethernet ports, dual power supplies with automatic failover, and SNMP management, the KX2-464 provides an enterprise-level solution that consolidates four standard KVM switches to reduce cost and administration.
Extended local port on KX2-832 and KX2-864 models The KX II eight user models contain a standard local port, plus a new, extended local port that extends the local port, via Cat5 cable, beyond the rack to a control room, another point in the data center or to a Paragon® II switch.
Blade server access and control Supports popular blade server models from the leading blade server manufacturers: HP, IBM® and Dell®. The Dominion KX II provides simple, automated and secure KVM-over-IP access (1) at-the-rack, (2) remotely over IP, (3) via CommandCenter® and (4) by modem. Blade servers are displayed by chassis, with simple one-click access. Advanced security via per blade access permissions and hotkey-blocking eliminates unauthorized access. Unlike other vendors, the Dominion KX II’s blade features are available to SMB customers with no management system required. For enterprise customers, seamless blade server integration with CommandCenter Secure Gateway provides centralized policy and security management for diverse data center environments.
Dominion KX2-464 and KX2-864 – the industry’s highest density digital KVM switches The Dominion KX2-464 and KX2-864 are the industry’s first 64-port digital switches, providing the highest port density of any digital KVM switch. They provide KVM-over-IP access to up to 64 servers, spanning two to four racks. Featuring a 2U enclosure, dual Ethernet ports, dual power supplies with automatic failover and SNMP management, the Dominion KX2-464 and KX2-864 provide an enterprise-level solution that consolidates four standard KVM switches to reduce cost and administration.
Integrated, Remote Power Control – Up to Eight Power Strips per KX II
Users can power up, power down or power cycle servers connected to optional Raritan remote power control units. A system administrator can not only troubleshoot a server remotely, but also power cycle that server with a click of the mouse. This user-friendly, remote power control is available for up to eight power strips per KX II unit.
Dual Stack IP Networking
The Dominion KX II provides dual stack IP networking with simultaneous support of IPv4 and IPv6.
Universal Virtual Media
All KX II Models have Virtual Media
The benefits of virtual media – mounting of remote drives/media on the target server to support software installation, remote booting and diagnostics – are now available in all the Dominion KX II models.
Centralized Management Appliance Support
Customers can access virtual media through Raritan’s CommandCenter® Secure Gateway. But, unlike other solutions, virtual media is available stand?alone for customers not using a central management system.
Wide Variety of Supported Virtual Media Drives and Devices
Each Dominion KX II comes equipped with virtual media to enable remote management tasks using the widest variety of CD, DVD, USB, internal and remote drives and images. Unlike other solutions, the Dominion KX II supports virtual media access of hard drives and remotely mounted disks for added flexibility and productivity.
Secure Virtual Media with 128 Bit Encryption
Virtual media sessions are secured using 128?bit AES or RC4 encryption.
New USB CIM with Virtual Media, Absolute Mouse Synchronization™ and Firmware Update
The D2CIM-VUSB CIM supports virtual media sessions to target servers supporting the USB 2.0 interface. Available in economical 32 and 64 quantity CIM packages, this new CIM supports Absolute Mouse Synchronization as well as remote firmware update.
New Dual-USB Virtual Media CIM and USB Profiles
The new dual-USB virtual media CIM (D2CIM-DVUSB) and USB Profile feature enable expanded BIOS use of virtual media drives.
Client Access and Control
Universal KVM Client Access – Anytime, Anywhere, Anyhow
The Dominion KX II provides KVM access through the industry’s broadest and most flexible range of operating systems, platforms and browsers, with no additional client license fees or cumbersome software licensing.
Next Generation Common User Interface
The Dominion® KX II has a next generation, browser-based user interface for enhanced usability and productivity. This interface is common across the local port, remote access, management software as well as other Raritan products. This reduces training time and increases productivity.
Web Accessible Client
Users can access Dominion KX II via Web browser for anytime, anywhere access. Raritan’s client software is automatically downloaded; this eliminates the need to install “client” software on each user desktop.
Multiplatform Client Access to KX I and KX II
Existing customers of the Dominion KX can use the multiplatform client to simultaneously access their existing KX switches as well as newly-purchased KX II switches.
Multiplatform Access and Control for Windows®, Linux®, Sun™/Solaris™ and Macintosh®
Raritan’s Java™-based clients provide multiplatform access and control on Windows, Linux, Sun/Solaris and Macintosh desktops.
Leading Web Browser Support Including Firefox and MozillaTM
Raritan’s client software supports the major Web browsers including Internet Explorer®, Firefox and Mozilla.
International Keyboard Support
Support for international language keyboards: Belgium, Danish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Slovenian, Spanish, Swiss, Swiss-German, US and UK.
Standalone Multi-Platform Client Available
The standalone version of the Multi-Platform client is available on the www.raritan.com Web site for modem access and for users preferring an installed client.
Virtual KVM Desktop
Virtual KVM Desktop – A New Level of Access and Control
Raritan’s Virtual KVM Desktop provides a new generation of KVM access and control that provides a connection to the target server virtually indistinguishable from a direct connection. The Virtual KVM Desktop is based on the following Raritan innovations: full screen video, transparent keyboard handling, flexible video scaling and fast video switching.
Absolute Mouse Synchronization™
The Absolute Mouse Synchronization feature is the ultimate mouse synchronization solution. For Windows and Mac servers with a compatible USB mouse port, there is no need to adjust the mouse settings on the target server. This reduces installation time and enhances the Dominion KX II’s plug-and-play nature. In addition, the remote and target server mouse pointers never go out of synchronization. This feature is enabled by the D2CIM-VUSB and D2CIM-DVUSB virtual media CIMs.
Intelligent Mouse Synchronization™
Most KVM switches require the customer to manually adjust the mouse motion and mouse acceleration settings for all connected target servers for each KVM user. With the Dominion KX II’s Intelligent Mouse option, no such manual configuration is required for many servers. The system can automatically adjust to the server’s mouse settings. This further enhances the KX II’s plug-and-play operation.
1600x1200 Remote Video Resolution
Dominion KX II provides 1600x1200 remote and local video resolution so even remote users can work with today’s higher resolution monitors.
Full Screen Video Display
With the Dominion KX II’s full screen video display, users appear to be directly connected to the target server. The user views the full video display from the target server without window borders or toolbars.
Flexible Video Scaling
In many instances, the user would like to “scale,” i.e., stretch or compress the target server’s video display to fit the display window on the client. With the Dominion KX II’s flexible scaling, the user is not restricted to fixed-size windows, but can drag the window border to the desired size, including small thumbnail views.
Fast Video Switching
Once the Dominion KX II’s advanced video resolution detection has calculated a target server’s video characteristics, connections to the server occur almost instantaneously. This gives the KX II user immediate access in most cases to all connected servers.
Transparent Keyboard Handling
Transparent keyboard handling means that virtually all user keystrokes are sent to the target server and not processed by the desktop client. This key feature of the Raritan Virtual KVM Desktop obviates the need for most keyboard macros and allows the user to directly interact with the target server with a higher level of connectivity.
Software Features
“Plug and Play” Appliance – Quick and Easy Setup
Dominion KX II is a completely self-contained system (i.e., an appliance). All KX II features, including authentication and Web access, are built into the unit and do not require the use of an additional server.
Automatic Color Calibration
The Dominion KX II provides automatic and manual color calibration that optimizes the screen display to provide vivid, lifelike colors to enhance productivity and reduce bandwidth.
15-bit Color Support
Dominion KX II’s 15-bit color support (32,000 colors) enables high video quality over the network. Multiple color modes, as well as greyscale, are available to connect via modem or low bandwidth link.
PC Share Mode
Up to eight users can connect and remotely access each connected server. This feature is very useful for administrator collaboration for teamed troubleshooting of servers.
Configurable Bandwidth Settings
Video performance can be configured to match the available network bandwidth. With high speed LAN access, more bandwidth is available and higher quality video information can be sent resulting in better performance. When accessing via a limited bandwidth connection, Dominion KX II can be configured to the limited bandwidth available.
Real-Time Server Status and Availability
Users can easily determine, via the user interface, if a given server is currently accessible/available.
Security Features
AES Encryption
The Dominion™ KX II utilizes the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) encryption for added security. AES is a US government?approved cryptographic algorithm that is recommended by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the FIPS Standard 197.
Video and Virtual Media Encryption
Dominion KX II securely encrypts the video stream in addition to keyboard and mouse data.
RADIUS, LDAP and Active Directory® Authentication
Dominion KX II integrates with industry-standard directory servers, such as Microsoft’s® Active Directory, using either the LDAP or RADIUS protocols. This allows Dominion KX II to use pre-existing username/password databases for security.
Configurable Strong Password Checking
The Dominion KX II has administrator-configurable, strong password checking to ensure that user created passwords meet corporate and/or government standards and are resistant to brute force hacking.
Local Authentication with User, Groups and Permissions
In addition to external authentication, the Dominion KX II supports local authentication. Administrators can define users and groups with customizable administration and port access permissions.
Multiple Security Features
Dominion KX II offers many additional security features including strong password checking, password aging, access control lists, inactivity timers, group permissions, per port authorization, etc.
Management Features
Remote Management and Administration
Administrators can perform all management, administration and configuration operations, using a simple graphical user interface, from the convenience of their desktop.
Raritan’s CommandCenter® Integration
Like the rest of the Dominion Series, Dominion KX II features complete CommandCenter Secure Gateway integration, allowing enterprise users to consolidate all Dominion devices into a single logical system, accessible from a single IP address, and under a single management interface.
Dominion KX I Compatibility
Customers who have purchased Raritan’s award-winning Dominion KX I switches can continue to use these switches together with the new Dominion KX II. Both CommandCenter Secure Gateway and Raritan’s multiplatform client support seamless access and control of target servers and serial devices connected to the KX I and KX II digital appliances.
Paragon® and Dominion® CIM Compatibility
For existing Raritan customers, select Paragon I and Paragon II CIMs as well as the Dominion KX I DCIMs are supported by the KX II. Paragon and Dominion customers wanting to upgrade to KX II can reuse many of their CIMs, reducing the cost of migration.
SNMP Management and Syslog
The Dominion KX II SNMP agent distributes SNMP TRAPS for important system events to SNMP management systems; including the new CommandCenter® NOC service management appliances. SNMP TRAPS are fully configurable by the administrator. Syslog also available.
Firmware Upgrade over Ethernet
Dominion KX II firmware upgrades can be downloaded directly from the Raritan Web site and upgrades can be performed via the network.
D2CIM Firmware Upgrades
The Dominion KX II D2CIMs can be firmware upgraded from the KX II appliance to support new features and improvements. This includes the Dominion KX II USB CIMs supporting virtual media and Absolute Mouse Synchronization™ and the new KX II Power CIM.
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