AMX
Multi-user, multi-platform switching for real-time datacenter and test lab access till 300m
AMX Switches & Appliances - Family Overview
AMX Benefits in the test lab
AMX Benefits in the data center
Designed to support diverse applications, the AMX switch is ideal for demo labs, designer environments and test labs. Leading TV networks, including FOX, ABC and NBC, use AMX KVM switching solutions to control access to their machine room computers and broadcast devices.
Avocent AMX® switching systems help you efficiently manage your IT environment. They are easy to install, let you leverage your existing UTP infrastructure and deliver advanced administrative tools
Based on field-proven technology, the AMX analog matrix switching systems provide real-time access, high resolution video, smart cable management and advanced security.
Security features include LDAP authentication and SNMP. AMX switching systems easily integrate with Microsoft Active Directory and other LDAP services. You benefit by using the same username and password that already exists in your normal network authentication process. Our enhanced SNMP lets you set up traps in the AMX switch for establishing convenient report alarms to an external logging destination.
AMX Switches & Appliances - Family Overview
The Avocent® AMX analog matrix switching solution supports consolidated control of multi-user, multi-rack server environments. AMX switch solutions provide end-to-end UTP connectivity for access from the server to the desk and feature full-system management with an advanced Java-based administration tool, optimal video resolution and the patented OSCAR® graphical user interface.
AMX Benefits in the test lab
Real-time access and high resolution video are two of the top reasons test labs use Avocent AMX switching systems. The AMX switch, which uses standard UTP cabling, is particularly effective in test labs where multiple users simultaneously access and monitor testing simulation on hundreds of servers. Access to such servers is critical because testing simulation typically requires a large amount of hardware, software and integration testing. The AMX switching solution provides users in multiple locations with real-time access to the test machines either from offices down the hall or, when used with an Avocent remote IP access device, from outside the building.
There are several AMX switching system features beneficial to the test lab environment :
Share mode
Any number of AMX system users share access to any one server.
Control of the server’s keyboard and mouse passes from user to user, as requested, on a time out basis.
Private mode
One tester has sole access to a server. This is critical to the success of tests that cannot be interrupted by other users.
Scan mode
A tester switches between the videos of a number of selected servers. The scan is stopped by simply moving the mouse or typing on the keyboard.
DDC
Each AMX AMIQ module provides Digital Data Channel (DDC) support for plug and play functionality testing of server video ports.
Hotkey switching
Allows a user to quickly switch between a number of servers without using an on-screen display. This is particularly useful for testers who connect to a small number of servers but make frequent switches.
AMX Benefits in the data center
Ideally, your data center servers and other devices are located in a physically secure location. Your KVM solutions therefore must adapt to existing physical security guidelines. With AMX KVM switches, multiple users share access to equipment located in a secure server room. AMX switching systems can also force user station connections. This is a beneficial procedure for controlling an automated video wall operation, a growing fixture in today’s data centers.
AMX KVM analog matrix switching systems offer a variety of compelling reasons for use in multi-rack, multi-platform and multi-operating system data centers :
- Your equipment is secured in a server room
- Server access is easily shared by multiple users
- Auto configuration for simplified installation
- Plug and play installation
- Integrate with video wall software
- Multi-platform support
- Compatible with VT100 serial-based devices
- Low cost per port
- Conserves rack space.
- Full non-blocked access
- Enhanced security with LDAP authentication
- Convenient user activity/event log
- High resolution video up to 1,000 feet from the server
- Standard UTP cabling reduces cable bulk
- On-screen graphical user interface
- Centralized management software
- Scalable to grow with your expanding IT infrastructure