Raritan Paragon II

16 Users KVM Server Management

The Paragon System from Raritan is a Matrix KVM Switch with units for up to 16 users and 64 computers. This flexible system offers the possibility to expand via stackable units to support up to 10 000 servers without the loss of ports and with a reduction in cabling installation.

How it Works

Paragon II distributes KVM switching and control functions across modular, intelligent components:

Main Switching Unit

- A secure, intelligent, non-blocked control unit that connects users to servers. Its stackable architecture provides the industry's highest port density making it ideal for large data centers with densely packed racks.

Stacking Unit

- A cost-effective, space-saving expansion unit that allows you to easily add up to 128 non-blocked ports per switch with 90% less cable than cascading. Stacking units are compatible with Paragon II models UMT832M and UMT1664M.
These units:

• Reduce the burden of multiple cables between tiers
• Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by more than 30%
• Save up to one-third of rack space and HVAC resources

User Station

- Designed to fit conveniently under the user's monitor, the Paragon II User Station includes an intuitive On-Screen User Interface (OSUI) for easy access to attached servers. Connects to USB, Sun and PS/2.
NEW! User Station with integrated IP access for one or two users.

Computer Interface Modules (CIMs) - Provide 'keep-alive' keyboard/mouse emulation at the server. Just plug a CIM into a server's keyboard, monitor and mouse ports and connect it to Paragon II with a single UTP (Cat5/5e/6) cable. New small and slim Paragon II CIMs provide the added convenience of firmware upgradeability without interrupting the installed configuration.

Features

• Expands to 32 users with Raritan's UKVMP2 or CIMPAC8
• Expands to 64 users with Raritan's HUBPAC8
• Locates users and computers up to 1,000 feet apart
• Supports high-resolution video - up to 1600 x 1200
• Supports up to 127 customized user profiles
• Adds remote access over IP or modem with Raritan's TeleReach
• Expands to 10,000 servers with Cascade Matrix Switching Units
• Enclosed 19" rack mounts with included brackets
• Simple plug-and-play auto-configure installation
• Hot-swappable components with no impact on server operation
• Platform-specific CIMs for PS/2, Sun, USB, ASCII/serial devices
• Powerful, intuitive on-screen user interface for simple operation
• Flexible, multi-level security for authorized computer access
• Three system operation modes - private, public, and share
• Flash firmware upgrades
• PC Windows program to maintain Paragon database offline
• OSUI support for IBM x330 with C2T technology
• Seamless compatibility with Raritan's MasterConsole MXU2 and Z-Series 4200U