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The MasterConsole IP is a fully-featured, easy-to-use KVM switch for the small to mid-sized business. Providing BIOS-level control of up to 8 or 16 servers from one keyboard, monitor and mouse, it also brings the convenience, flexibility and security of remote access down to SMB scale. Most important, it accomplishes this with Raritan's high-performance KVM-over-IP technology.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
MasterConsole IP includes the same bulletproof security features as Raritan's enterprise-class remote access products, including up to 256-bit SSL encryption, certificate management, configurable TCP/IP port numbers and user access rights. With access strictly secured, off-site administrators can respond to incidents around the clock, from across town or around the world.
The MasterConsole IP is available in two models:
MCIP18 for up to 8 servers
MCIP116 for up to 16 servers
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Features | Benefits |
Hardware Features | |
|---|---|
1U Form Factor | Only 1U in height for the MCIP18 (1x8)and MCIP116 (1x16); extremely rack-efficient. |
Advanced Video Resolution Detection Hardware | Ensures a fast, accurate and clear transition when the user switches to a new video source. |
Video resolution 1600 x 1200 at 75Hz | Supports the highest PC video resolution in KVM industry. |
Automatically calibrates and adjusts the displaying window to the screen resolution of the remote computer | Saves manual calibration and adjustment. |
Connectivity Features | |
Remote Network Access/KVM over IP | Users can access the MCIP18/MCIP116 from anywhere on the network (LAN, WAN, Ethernet, Telnet) to troubleshoot, reconfigure and even reboot servers remotely. |
| Ethernet 10/100 BaseT with auto-sensing (RJ-45) LEDs for link, 10/100 MB and activity | Allows users to monitor remote access connectivity and network traffic. |
Security Features | |
Up to 256 bit SSL v3, TLS v1 encryption of console data | Prevents against packet sniffing attacks between client and server, either outside, via the Internet or even inside the LAN. |
Storage for up to 200 user profiles – with individual rights | Provides granular security policies and administrative flexibility. |
Certification management | The MCIP18/MCIP116 server side certificates prevent a man-in-the-middle attack, in which the attacker pretends to be the server and transparently forwards data. Also prevents an attacker from hijacking connections via IP spoofing. |
Ports can be labelled with device names | Allows easier selection from the on-screen menu |
Single user access rights can be limited to individual KVM Ports | Ensures that each local or remote user may only access "his" or "her" servers. |
Event logging | Helps avoid internal misuse by recording the steps taken by every user. |
Management Features | |
Remote Management | Allows remote administrators to perform all management and changes from the convenience of their desktops. |
On-line firmware update capability | MCIP18/MCIP116 firmware updates can be downloaded directly from the Raritan Website and performed over the network. |
FAQ
Question | Answer |
| What is the MasterConsole IP? | The MasterConsole IP is a KVM (Keyboard / Video / Mouse) switch that enables IT administrators to access and control eight or 16 servers over the network with BIOS-level functionality. The MasterConsole IP is completely hardware and OS-independent; users can troubleshoot and reconfigure servers even when the servers are down. The MasterConsole IP provides functionality, convenience, space savings and cost savings features. The MasterConsole IP also integrates the industrys highest-performing KVM-over-IP technology, thereby allowing an administrator to access server KVM consoles from any networked workstation in the world. |
| How does MasterConsole IP differ from remote control software? | As a hardware solution, MasterConsole IP is more powerful than remote control software. The MasterConsole IP user interface may seem similar to remote control software products, but it also enables:
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| Can two people view the same server's video output at the same time? | Yes, more than one user can view the same server's video output at the same time. However, only one person can control the servers keyboard and mouse. |
| In order to access MasterConsole IP from a client, what hardware, software, or network configuration is required? | Because the MasterConsole IP is completely Web-accessible, it does not require proprietary client access software to be installed. The MasterConsole IP can be accessed through any major Web browser, including Internet Explorer and Netscape; the only requirement is a Java virtual machine. MasterConsole IP administrators can also perform management functions remotely, such as: setting passwords and security, renaming servers and changing IP addresses. To perform remote management from a given workstation, you must also have Java Runtime Environment of v1.4.x or later installed. |
| What kind of encryption does MasterConsole IP use? | MasterConsole IP uses industry-standard, up to 256-bit SSL encryption. No data is transmitted between remote clients and MasterConsole IP that is not completely secured by encryption. |
TECHNICAL SPECS
| Models | Description | Weight | Dimensions (WxDxH) |
| MCIP18 | MasterConsole IP18 (8-Port) KVM-over-IP | 7 lbs; 3.18 kg | 17.28"x 11"x 1.71"; 439 x 279 x 43mm |
| MCIP116 | MasterConsole IP116 (16-Port) KVM-over-IP | 7.5 lbs; 3.40 kg | 17.28"x 11"x 1.71"; 439 x 279 x 43mm |
| MCIP18-UPAC | Bundled with (8 qty) CMCIP20 2m KVM Cables and 8 APSUSB converters | 22.05 lbs; 10 kg | 22.83"x17.20"x11.5358 0 x 437 x 293mm |
| MCIP116-UPAC | Bundled with (8 qty) CMCIP20 2m KVM Cables and 8 APSUSB converters | 22.53 lbs; 10.22 kg | 22.83"x17.20"x11.53" |
| CMCIP20 | 2m (6') MCIP KVM Cable | 1.5 lbs; 0.68 kg | 6'x 0.25"x 0.25"; 1,829 x 6.35 x 6.35mm |
| CMCIP40 | 4m (12') MCIP KVM Cable | 3 lbs; 1.36 kg | 12'x 0.25"x 0.25"; 3,658 x 6.35 x 6.35mm |
| CMCIP90 | 9m (30') MCIP KVM Cable | 7 lbs; 3.18 kg | 30'x 0.25"x 0.25"; 9,144 x 6.35 x 6.35mm |
