1.1.3 True serial capabilities
The switch supports the MPUIQ-SRL module, which provides true serial capabilities through Telnet. You
can launch an SSHsession or launch a serial viewer from the on-board web interface (OBWI) to connect
the switch's attached target devices that have an MPUIQ-SRL module.
1.1.4 Local and remote user interfaces
You can use the local user interface (local UI) by connecting directly to the local port to manage the
MergePoint Unity switch. You can also use the remote OBWI to manage your switch system. The OBWI is
web-browser based and is launched directly from the switch, and any servers connected to the switch are
automatically detected. The two user interfaces share a similar look and feel for an optimal user
experience.
1.1.5 Control of virtual media and smart card-capable appliances
The switches allow you to view, move or copy data located on virtual media to and from any target device.
Manage remote systems more efficiently by allowing operating system installation, operating system
recovery, hard drive recovery or duplication, BIOS updating and target device backup.
The switches allow you to use smart cards in conjunction with your switch system. Smart cards are
pocket-sized cards that store and process information. Smart cards such as the Common Access Card
(CAC) can be used to store identification and authentication to enable access to computers, networks
and secure rooms or buildings.
Virtual media and smart card readers can be connected directly to the switch using USB ports located on
the switch. In addition, virtual media and smart card readers may be connected to any remote workstation
that is running the remote OBWI or DSView™ management software and is connected to the switch using
an Ethernet connection.
NOTE: The switch supports versions prior to and including DSView 4 management software.
NOTE: To open a virtual media session with a target device, you must first connect the target device to
a switch using a virtual media capable DSAVIQ-USB2, DSRIQ-PS/2M DSRIQ-VMC or MPUIQ-VMC
module. For a smart card, you must first connect the target device to a switch using a smart card-
capable DSRIQ-VMC or MPUIQ-VMC module.
1.1.6 Access the switch via a standard TCP/IP network
The switches provide agentless remote control and access. No special software or drivers are required on
the attached servers or client.
NOTE: The client connects to the server hosting the DSView management software using an Internet
browser.
Users access the switch and all attached systems via Ethernet or using a V.34, V.90 or V.92 modem from a
client. The clients can be located anywhere a valid network connection exists.
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