The following table describes the purpose of the connectors on the OnSite. How to connect servers and other devices to the connectors is described in the AlterPath OnSite Installation Guide.
Connecting servers and other devices that have console ports, and dumb terminals. See Serial Ports. Connecting an active telephone line for dial-in access to the internal modem. (Does not rely on the IP network being up.) Video, [mouse], [keyboard]—KVM connectors Connecting a monitor, keyboard, and mouse to create a Local User Station. Once the equipment is connected and the OnSite and the monitor are turned on, an OSD (onscreen display) login screen appears and a local user can log in and access its features. See OSD for All User Types” for details. Connecting the OnSite to a terminal or a computer running a terminal emulator for local management access. AUX 1 and AUX 2 ports
• Connecting an optional AlterPath PM IPDU or to multiple daisy-chained IPDUs. Connecting to an Ethernet network for Intranet and Internet access. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT Ethernet speeds are supported. Inserting PC cards providing additional access and storage options, including dial-in access through modem or wireless phone cards.