MergePoint Unity
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MergePoint Unity- KVM over IP and Serial Console Switches
The Avocent MergePoint Unity switch includes both KVM over IP and Serial Console Management technology in a single appliance.
This unique combination provides IT Administrators a complete remote management solution to access and control servers, networking equipment, and other devices found in data centers and branch offices.
The MergePoint Unity switches enhance the in-band management typically done through the NIC of IT equipment by providing secure and remote Out-of-band connections directly to the physical KVM, USB, and Serial ports. This unified approach enables IT administrators a faster method to diagnose, reconfigure, or restore equipment to meet SLA’s and minimize downtime.
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| Avocent can help you answer questions like-
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- How can I access a remote server that is having an OS or network connectivity issues?
- If a server drops off the network, how can you quickly determine the cause and restore connectivity?
- How can I access a remote server to restart a service or stop a runaway process if my remote software tools cannot make a connection?
- When working or remote server OS or application issues, how can I transfer data or load a new application if the network connection on that device is down or unavailable?
- How can I access the configuration port of a network router or switch that is offline without having to take my laptop and a serial cable into the datacenter?
- How can I reduce the need for my IT staff, consultants, and contractors to physically enter the datacenter without impacting their ability to do their work?
- How can I control who physically connects to the KVM, USB, and serial ports of the equipment I have in the datacenter? What kind of reports do I currently have to show this?
- If I want to provide remote access to branch offices that includes servers and network equipment, do I need to purchase multiple management appliances?
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| MergePoint Unity Switch - Quick Facts
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- Remote access to KVM, USB, and serial connections
- Serial adapter supports SSH connections
- Serial adapters support the Cisco pin out to make connections to Cisco equipment quick and easy
- Virtual media enables remote USB connections and support for Smart Card/CAC readers
- Built in web interface for standalone applications or can be managed with the DSView 3 software
- Local and remote browser interface for easy setup and use
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Model Comparison Chart
| Switch |
Users |
Ports |
Platforms |
Management Interface |
| MPU1016-xxx* |
1 local,
1 digital |
16 |
PS/2, SUN, USB, Serial |
DSView 3 software or On-board Web interface |
| MPU1016DAC-xxx* |
1 local,
1 digital |
16 |
PS/2, SUN, USB, Serial |
DSView 3 software or On-board Web interface |
| MPU2016-xxx* |
1 local,
2 digital |
16 |
PS/2, SUN, USB, Serial |
DSView 3 software or On-board Web interface |
| MPU2016DAC-xxx* |
1 local,
2 digital |
16 |
PS/2, SUN, USB, Serial |
DSView 3 software or On-board Web interface |
| MPU4032-xxx* |
1 local,
4 digital |
32 |
PS/2, SUN, USB, Serial |
DSView 3 software or On-board Web interface |
| MPU4032DAC-xxx* |
1 local,
4 digital |
32 |
PS/2, SUN, USB, Serial |
DSView 3 software or On-board Web interface |
| MPU8032-xxx* |
1 local,
8 digital |
32 |
PS/2, SUN, USB, Serial |
DSView 3 software or On-board Web interface |
| MPU8032DAC-xxx* |
1 local,
8 digital |
32 |
PS/2, SUN, USB, Serial |
DSView 3 software or On-board Web interface |
Note* - Actual part number end with country specific product codes (example - 001
for North America)
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