What can you do when your computer is located in a remote place? In this Internet age, it is common to use high-end technical equipment to achieve intelligent management because there are so many computers. To optimize the distribution of resources, most organizations and companies prefer to use advanced devices like KVM switches for efficient management.
2 types of remote KVM switches
1. Cat5 KVM Switches
Cat5 KVM switches transmit the keyboard, video, and mouse signals of servers via Cat5 cables. They support longer transmission distances than the traditional ones with the physical connection. And they are often used in some scenarios such as data centers and control rooms.
2. KVM over IP Switches
KVM over IP switches support remote access and allow users to switch between computers over LAN/WAN connections. It provides a connection to thousands of computers in a given area through a web browser.
Benefits of remote KVM switches
Remote KVM switches are devices used to connect with multiple computers and the users can control them easily from a remote location via the network or Internet. With these reliable devices, users can switch these computers by using a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor. As a popular solution for centralized management, they have the following advantages.
1. Centralized Management
All computers can be connected to KVM switches to build a system. In this system, users can select one of the computers to control or monitor via hotkeys, front panel keyboards, or an on-screen-display menu.
2. Work Efficiency
KVM switches support seamless switching between different operating systems, which means that users can control different computers without interruption. What’s more, some workflows are omitted because a user can multiple computers easily. Communication time is reduced and time is saved. Therefore, the work efficiency can be improved finally.
3. Resource Optimization
KVM switches allow companies to employ fewer staff to manage more servers simultaneously and use fewer peripheral devices (keyboard and mouse) to control computers. Also, cost for personnel and devices can be reduced. Importantly, with a user-friendly design, KVM switches can occupy only 1U height space. Fewer keyboards and mice occupy little space as well.
Conclusion
From this article, you can learn about the Cat5 KVM switches and KVM over IP switches. Remote KVM switches can bring benefits including centralized management, work efficiency, and resource optimization.
