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Switch Upgrading KVM system based on PS/2 technology

Discussion in 'KVM' started by Todd T, Oct 16, 2018.

  1. Todd T

    Todd T New member

    We have an existing KVM system based on PS/2 technology. We have since added a bar code reader to the system as well as updated our computers. I would like someone to review our requirements and suggest a system that would meet our current needs.

    I’ve attached a copy of the system that we currently have. I'd like a quote on an upgrade to solve the below issues.

    It works with intermittent problems. Primarily the problems are slow response from the bar code reader and keyboard. We also occasionally lock up one of the computers and must reboot (which is very bad for our production process)

    What I ideally need is good keyboard and barcode reliability. I'm aware that I will have to upgrade monitors, keyboard and mice up to USB style
    KVM System Mill Room.jpg
     
    Todd T, Oct 16, 2018
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  2. KVMGalore Expert

    KVMGalore Expert Staff Member

    Hello Todd,

    Thank you for reaching out. We have a few questions:

    1) Does the bar-code reader interface with the computer via USB?
    2) Your diagram shows eight (8) KVM extenders but only four (4) computers. Please advise how do you need the KVM extenders to interface with your computers.

    Note: To continue this discussion - please respond via KVMGalore HelpCenter thread, NOT via e-mail.
     
    KVMGalore Expert, Oct 16, 2018
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  3. Todd T

    Todd T New member

    Here’s some additional info that should help.

    The current setup uses a PS2 style barcode scanner on a shared PS2 connection with the keyboard. I fully expect to change the Barcode scanners to USB.

    Each computer has two remote connections (KVM) physically they are a keyboard, mouse, video on the 1st floor of the production room and that is duplicated on the 2nd floor. I made a couple updates to the diagram… maybe that would make it more clear? The existing system is BlackBox and in order to have two remote locations on a single computer it also required 2 local KVM extenders.
     

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    Todd T, Oct 16, 2018
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  4. KVMGalore Expert

    KVMGalore Expert Staff Member

    Important note: To continue this discussion - please respond via KVMGalore HelpCenter thread, NOT via e-mail.

    For one computer to be accessed by two consoles (1st floor and 2nd floor) there must be some sort of KVM splitter, either a stand-alone one, or one integrated into a KVM extender. Please describe how is this accomplished in your current setup.
     
    KVMGalore Expert, Oct 16, 2018
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  5. Todd T

    Todd T New member

    Well… I was wrong. There are 8 computers at our server cabinet. I had thought that each one had a backup but that is NOT the case. They all 8 act independently. I made a revision to my diagram to reflect that.
    KVM System Mill Room rev1.jpg
     
    Todd T, Oct 17, 2018
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  6. KVMGalore Expert

    KVMGalore Expert Staff Member

    Thanks for the update Todd. Still, some sort of KVM splitter is needed to to be able to access each computer both from the KVM switch and from the extended console.

    Important note: To continue this discussion - please respond via KVMGalore HelpCenter thread, NOT via e-mail.

    Here's what you could deploy to accomplish this:
    1) 8x MVX1 Masterline Single, CATx - Set DVI-USB KVM extenders over CATx supporting peripheral-sharing (to support the USB scanners) and with local access, allowing the video to be sent both to the extended console and to the local KVM switch at the rack (USB connection to the KVM switch at the rack will be made from a USB port on the computer itself).

    2) An 8-port DVI-USB KVM switch (such as anyone of these) at the rack.

    Hope this helps!
    We welcome your questions - please come back and ask us anything, anytime, or just offer your feedback.
     
    KVMGalore Expert, Oct 19, 2018
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